Outdoor Floodlight Replacement in Bovey Tracey

The timing was ideal because we are now heading towards the darker autumn and winter evenings. During the summer, outside lighting can easily be forgotten about because it stays light until late, but once the days start getting shorter, good lighting around the outside of a property quickly becomes much more important.

Rather than waiting for the existing floodlights to fail completely, the customer decided to have them replaced so the property was ready for the darker months ahead.

We also took before and after photographs of the floodlights, which are a great way of showing the difference between the older fittings and the new LED replacements.

Replacing Old Floodlights on Pottery Road in Bovey Tracey

The main part of this job was straightforward: remove the existing outside floodlights and replace them with new modern LED fittings.

External lights have to put up with a lot more than most electrical equipment inside a property. They are exposed to rain, wind, sunlight, moisture and changes in temperature throughout the year.

Over time, older fittings can start to deteriorate. Seals can become less effective, housings can become brittle and sensors or internal components may eventually become unreliable.

That does not always mean an old floodlight is immediately unsafe, but if a fitting is showing its age or becoming unreliable, replacing it before winter is often a sensible option.

At this Pottery Road property in Bovey Tracey, the customer chose to get the work done before the evenings became noticeably darker.

Why Upgrade Older Floodlights to LED?

Modern LED floodlights are a good replacement for many older external light fittings.

Older floodlights, particularly traditional halogen types, can use a relatively high amount of electricity compared with modern LED alternatives.

LED floodlights can provide a strong level of light while using considerably less energy.

They also switch on instantly and generally require very little maintenance.

For most domestic properties, the aim is not simply to fit the brightest possible light.

The position and angle of the fitting are just as important.

A properly positioned floodlight can help illuminate a driveway, pathway, entrance, side access or garden without unnecessarily shining into neighbouring properties or bedroom windows.

When replacing outside lights, we look at where the light is actually needed and make sure the new fitting is positioned and aimed correctly.

Getting Outside Lighting Ready for the Darker Evenings

Late summer and early autumn are a good time to think about outside lighting.

Once winter arrives, many people leave home in the dark and return home in the dark, which means outside lights can suddenly be used every day.

Good external lighting can make a real difference when walking down a side path, getting things out of the car, putting bins out, using a garage or simply getting to the front door safely.

This is why it can make sense to replace ageing lights before they fail completely.

For this customer in Bovey Tracey, replacing the old floodlights now means they have reliable outside lighting ready for the autumn and winter months.

Checking the Existing Electrical Connections

Replacing a floodlight is not simply about taking one fitting down and putting another one up.

While carrying out the work, we also check the accessible electrical connections associated with the fitting and make sure the replacement light is suitable for the location in which it is being installed.

External electrical equipment needs to be suitable for outdoor use and installed correctly because it may be exposed to weather for many years.

Once the new floodlights were fitted at the Pottery Road property, we checked their operation to make sure everything was working as intended.

As with all electrical work carried out by A.M Electrics Devon Ltd, the work was completed in accordance with the relevant requirements of BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations.

Before and After Photos From the Bovey Tracey Job

We took photographs before removing the older floodlights and again once the new LED fittings had been installed.

These before and after photos are useful because they show exactly what was replaced and the difference the new lights made to the property.

Using photographs from the actual job also gives customers a much better idea of the type of work we carry out around Bovey Tracey.

Another Question While We Were There

While replacing the floodlights on Pottery Road, the customer also asked us to take a quick look at some electrical equipment in the loft.

The previous homeowner had been an electrician, and there was far more wiring and control equipment up there than expected.
We have covered that part of the visit separately because it deserves its own article.

Need Outdoor Lighting in Bovey Tracey?

If your outside lights are old, damaged, unreliable or simply no longer lighting the areas you need, A.M Electrics Devon Ltd can help.

We carry out outdoor lighting installation and replacement in Bovey Tracey, including LED floodlights, security lighting and alterations to existing external lighting.

If you are looking for an electrician in Bovey Tracey to replace existing outside lights or install new outdoor lighting, get in touch with A.M Electrics Devon Ltd on 01626 299105 to discuss what you need.