Have some renovations or home additions in the works for your Tampa home? Congratulations! But before you get too excited, the certified electricians at Hoffman Electrical would urge you to take some things into consideration. Home additions almost always mean electrical work, and there are a lot of factors to consider if your end product is going to result in proper function.

The team of master electricians at Hoffman Electrical always takes your needs seriously! If you’re about to perform some home additions, we are your go-to source for important information and superior service. Wondering what needs to get done? Let’s get started!

By Clarissa Allison | August 28th, 2015

If you are a homeowner considering outdoor lighting, then you have probably heard about solar landscape lighting. In addition to being environmentally friendly, light emitting diode which prevents the battery’s current from flowing back through the solar cell during the night. The battery charges during the daytime, and will meet its maximum charge before dusk. A photovoltaic cell then changes the sun’s light into electricity. Although environmental factors affect the performance of solar lights they will work outdoors throughout most of the year.

Many solar lights are self-sustaining, or “stand-alone” systems. These convert sunlight into electricity during the day, store the electricity in batteries, and draw from the batteries to power light fixtures after dusk.

Self-contained solar lights often have panels built right into the light fixtures. Solar lighting systems with panels separate from fixture assemblies, however, allow for only the panels to be placed in the sun, not the lights themselves.

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Enjoying your back deck after dark is something that many homeowners may appreciate. However, many lighting options, such as floodlights, attract bugs and really do nothing to improve the overall ambiance and atmosphere of your property. A better option is to consider the options in accent lighting including low-voltage or solar lighting. An electrician in Glendale, such as one of the team from Electric Connection, can help you choose the right garden lighting and begin the installation process.

On a warm summer night, what is more relaxing than sitting out on the deck?  There are a variety of options available to create the perfect effect for your deck. There are lighted post caps that provide just the right amount of lighting or there are under-step and riser lights that add needed light without taking up space.

Safety and security is another major concern. With the right lighting, you can add an element of security to the rear of your home making it less attractive to thieves or miscreants. Additionally, with plenty of lighting, you are less likely to have falls and other accidents outdoors.

All of these benefits come together to mean that deck lighting is something you cannot live without adding to your home. Consider all these benefits paired with the relatively low cost of installing this lighting and you will find this is a simple way to add value to your home too.

While it may be possible to handle some of these installation tasks yourself, calling the experts in electrician Glendale—Electric Connection will give you the best possible results. If you have any questions or concerns about deck lighting, give us a call or contact us online today and let us work with you. We want to make your deck a comfortable place for you to enjoy with your family and friends.