With spring fully in season and summer on the horizon many of us are very excited for warm summer nights. Whether you have a patio space, outdoor deck, or pool that you are excited to enjoy this summer, one thing you may want to consider is the addition of an outdoor electrical system. Outdoor lighting, outlets, and wiring can go a long way to improving your outdoor spaces. 

Not only do outdoor lights make it easy to stay outside with your family and friends during the summer BBQs, but more importantly, they can keep you from tripping and falling by providing light. In this article, we will cover how these lights are installed. If you live in the Greater Boston area and have an outdoor electrical project you would like help with please give us a call. We provide a variety of outdoor electrical services including installing wires, outlets, lights, and appliances. 

Options For Outdoor Lighting

You have a few options when it comes to outdoor lighting. For instance, you don’t necessarily have to get wires installed outdoors. For example, you could use solar-powered lights. These lights use a solar cell to collect sunlight during the day and provide light at night, However, there are some downsides to this method. If solar energy is not available during the day the lights might not come on or stay on as long as you need them to. 

An alternative option is to mount lights to the outside of your home. These lights can use your existing electrical system and provide light for your outdoor spaces. However, they have a limited reach and provide uneven lighting. 

Finally, the recommended setup for outdoor lighting is to set up outdoor outlets. By adding wiring underneath your property that runs from your home you can add an additional electric circuit that can power outdoor lights, appliances, and more. 

Powering An Outdoor Shed

One space that might be highly benefited by some outdoor electrical work is a shed or garage. If you spend hours working in your tool shed, it can be helpful to have outlets that provide electricity for your power tools. In fact, some homeowners even add heating and other electrical features to make increase their shed’s usability. This can even add value to your overall property. 

Contact Cardoso Electrical Services For More Information

If you are interested in getting outdoor electrical systems for your home, commercial property, or apartment building, we can help. Give us a call today to discuss your electrical project in the greater Boston area.