Yes, we can install a flood light fixture you've already purchased, or we can supply and install one for you. If you bring your own fixture, we recommend getting good quality lighting, since cheap big-box flood lights tend to malfunction, trigger randomly, or fail shortly after installation. Pricing depends on whether it's a straightforward swap or a new installationWe can also install a new flood light anywhere on your property that you'd like.

Yes, LED security lights are generally worth the higher upfront price for most homeowners. We highly recommend using LED flood lights because they last for years and save energy, so you avoid climbing a ladder every year to replace burned-out bulbs. Nationally, a single ENERGY STAR-certified LED bulb can save about $80 over its lifetime compared to the number of halogen bulbs needed to cover the same operating hours, and the LED floodlights we install last about 22 years on average versus roughly 2,000 hours for halogen. Any lighting or electrical work we quote is flat-rate and upfront, so you'll know the full cost, including the switch to LED, before we start.

Yes, our electricians can run wiring and install flood or motion lights on a detached garage, shed, or other outbuilding, the same way we would anywhere else on your property. Flood motion lights are a common way to improve home security by alerting you to movement, and we recommend placing them near rear doors, gates, parking areas, and other spots that aren't easily observed from inside the house. Keep in mind that powering a detached structure typically involves running a dedicated circuit from your main panel and may require a permit depending on your local jurisdiction, so our electrician will evaluate your existing panel capacity and wiring path during the visit.

It depends on the location: flood lights can be controlled by a motion sensor, a timer, or wired to an existing light switch, depending on where they're being installed and how your current wiring is laid out. In many cases, we can tie into an existing switch leg if the wiring and box can support it. Our electrician can tell you which approach applies once they see your setup.

Yes, LED flood lights are generally the better choice for security and motion lighting. The LED floodlights we install last around 25,000 hours of use, about 22 years of typical operation, compared to roughly 2,000 hours for a standard halogen bulb — meaning you'd change a halogen bulb about 12 times before swapping a single LED. On the efficiency side, halogen is only about 30% more efficient than a traditional incandescent bulb, while LED technology is far more efficient than either older option. That combination of fewer bulb changes and lower energy use is why we recommend LED for outdoor flood, motion, and security fixtures, and we carry quality LED bulbs on our trucks.

Yes — our electricians install smart lighting, and that includes motion and flood fixtures that can be paired with home-automation apps. We've installed smart lighting for hundreds of Atlanta-area homeowners. In practice, connecting a motion light to an app or voice assistant usually means pairing it with a compatible smart switch, relay, or a motion-and-light combo unit (some flood-light/camera combos, like Ring's, are built to be WiFi- and app-controlled out of the box). We'll go over which smart options fit your existing WiFi setup and any cameras or hubs you already have before we install anything.

Installing security or flood/motion lighting by itself usually doesn't trigger a direct homeowners insurance discount—most insurers reserve premium credits for monitored burglar alarms, smoke detectors, and similar protective devices, with typical reductions in the 2%–15% range according to the Insurance Information Institute. That said, well-lit exteriors are one of the most effective, low-cost deterrents against break-ins, since bright lighting eliminates the dark corners and hiding spots intruders rely on, which lowers your odds of ever filing a theft claim. We install motion-activated and dusk-to-dawn security lighting to help deter crime and boost home comfort and enjoyment; ask your insurance agent whether your specific policy offers any credit for exterior lighting, especially if paired with a monitored alarm system.

Security lighting can work alongside your cameras and smart home setup, but a standard hardwired flood or motion light isn't automatically linked to your camera or alarm system — that kind of integration usually requires choosing smart-compatible fixtures or combo units rather than a basic flood light. Flood lights themselves can be controlled by a motion sensor, a timer, or a light switch depending on the location, and we'll help you pick a high-quality light rather than a big-box unit that may malfunction, trigger randomly, or fail early. If you want your lights to trigger alongside a camera or alarm, tell us during your estimate so we can recommend compatible equipment.

In most cases, yes, if the job involves running new wiring or adding a new outdoor circuit— outdoor and landscape lighting projects that need underground cable or a new circuit often require a permit, since weather can create safety issues if wiring isn't installed correctly. A straight swap of an existing fixture onto wiring that's already there sometimes doesn't need one. Fulton County issues separate electrical trade permits for this kind of work. As a practice, permit fees come from your city or county, not from us, and for jobs that need one, we pull the permits and set up the inspection, with those costs built into your quoted price.

Most motion sensor lights have a sensitivity or range dial on the fixture itself, often labeled "Sens" or "Range," that controls how much movement is needed to trigger the light. To narrow the detection zone or stop small animals from setting it off, start with the dial at maximum and turn it down gradually, testing by walking through the area until it only activates where you want. You can also angle the sensor head down to shorten the range or up to lengthen it. Our installers place motion lights for best coverage — we recommend mounting no higher than 20' from the ground for maximum sensor coverage and easy access to settings — and your installer can walk you through your specific unit's controls at setup.