Solar lighting is becoming more popular and more available. Solar-powered lights are easy to install and use. They’re affordable, and they help reduce your monthly power bill. You can find solar lights at your local hardware store, and many garden centers carry them. Here are a few of the benefits of using solar lights.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Not only is solar lighting a great way to reduce your electricity bill, but it’s a green alternative to conventional electric lights. Since these lights are 100% powered by the sun’s energy, they help reduce your carbon footprint.
Use Solar Lighting to Reduce Energy Costs
Buying solar lights is inexpensive, but the savings they generate can last a long time. After the initial expense, these lights will illuminate your property at night with no effect on your power bill. An additional benefit is that you won’t have to install new outdoor outlets to power them.
Installed Them Almost Anywhere
When you are using solar lighting, you will be able to light up any part of your yard, including along patios and stairways, near outdoor eating areas, and highlight a particularly beautiful part of your garden at night. The only requirement is the site should receive several hours of sunshine each day so the batteries can recharge.
No Need for Wires
Installing solar lighting is easy because they don’t have wires. There is no need to install wiring through the garden beds or bury electrical cords next to the pathway. Because they aren’t wired, solar lights can be moved around the yard without needing to disconnect the electricity. As a bonus, during a power outage, solar lights can be charged outdoors and brought inside in the evening.
Using Solar Lighting Gives You Many Options
Regardless of your style and preferences, you’ll be able to find lighting options that meet your requirements. The most common type of solar-powered lights come with stakes that are pushed into the ground. But there are also spotlights, floodlights, and solar string lights that are perfect for hanging from a gazebo or porch. Some solar lights look similar to a torch, complete with flickering bulbs that resemble firelight.
Solar Lighting is Virtually Maintenance-Free
Solar lights that have been properly installed need very little maintenance except for replacing the batteries every few years. The average lifespan for the battery is between 3 and 7 years. For the best results, keep the panels free of dirt and pollen so they better absorb sunlight.
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