Your Commercial Landscape Lighting Checklist

Commercial landscape lighting provides extra security to business properties and ensures that people enjoy spending time outdoors. However, when not maintained properly, the lighting will minimize the beauty and practicality of commercial grounds.

We will outline the importance of commercial landscape lighting and discuss how to keep it operating smoothly.

Why is commercial landscape lighting important?

Good lighting strategically enhances architectural features. It transforms open spaces around critical areas to provide tenants with a more slow-paced and relaxed experience. Path lights that illuminate a peaceful garden area will convince tenants to appreciate their living spaces more and encourage them to socialize outside long after sunset.

Planned light placement also acts as an additional layer of protection. People won't stumble into unseen objects in bright parking lots, garages, and walkways. Also, the lighting will fend off intruders who won't find a dark spot to hide.

It's essential to know how to maintain the lighting system to ensure optimal operation.

Trimming plants and trees

An essential step in securing fixtures is removing any branches or plants too close and obscuring lights. Accidents happen, and when vegetation falls on a fixture, it can lead to severe damage. Keeping outdoor areas tidy also creates a safer environment for other groundskeeping work.

Keep the fixtures clean

Fallen leaves can quickly get into recessed light bulbs. When the leaves go unnoticed, and the lights keep shining, it can represent a fire risk.

Hard water also accumulates inside the lenses. Removing it will help fixtures last longer.

Depending on the weather, snow, dirt, and insects could find their way into the fixtures and reduce their performance.

Handle the equipment with care and wipe off or remove any dust and debris blocking the light.

The metal and plastic components need regular cleaning with a wet rag so that the lighting system continues to work at peak efficiency.

Replace bulbs

When the outside bulbs burn out, replace them. It's also possible to find more sustainable and energy-saving options. However, check their performance characteristics to ensure they're compatible with the installed landscape lighting.

If bulbs keep burning out too quickly, it can indicate that the property voltage is too high.

Find exposed or damaged wires

Outside wiring rarely becomes exposed, but overgrown tree roots and harsh weather conditions can unearth the wires and cause damage. Also, children and pets can trip over them when running around the property. Bury all exposed wires again to protect them from outside elements and prevent accidents.

Inspect and adjust fixtures

Professionally installed lighting usually requires no adjusting, but the weather and vegetation may move it around and loosen some components. Over time lenses may become scratched or broken, and they'll need replacements. 

Scheduling annual checkups with professional electrical services will ensure the landscape lighting system's durability and save you from expensive repairs.

If you need a fast, affordable electrician for your home or business, call RSB Electrical at 480-485-4284.