Now that the weather outside seems to have finally transitioned from frosty and cold to more seasonally appropriate, warmer conditions, homeowners across the Mid Atlantic are getting ready to dust off their gardening tools and begin tackling large-scale landscaping projects. However, before sprucing up the bushes with your sheers or using a weed whacker to edge your plot, make sure that you aren't putting yourself in harm{'}s way by conducting a precautionary inspection of your home's exterior wiring.

By becoming aware of where the electrical outlets and wiring on your property are, you'll be better prepared against the dangers of a costly mishap. For instance, you may have an important cluster of wires hidden behind an overgrown bush on your front lawn. If you were to accidentally cut or damage any of these wire, you are not only likely to cause a blackout within your home, but you may be at risk of electrocuting yourself.

In the same vein, wires run underground around most properties. It isn't uncommon for these wires to be placed only a few inches beneath a stretch of lawn along the perimeter of the house. If you were to shove a trowel into the ground at this point to maybe plant some vegetation, you could sever the wire, which would require you to potentially rewire the entire house.

There’s a lot more to the cost of a light bulb than the price tag sticker. There’s the impact on your electrical bill, the tally of replacement bulbs you’ll need to buy, and the time you have to factor in for maintenance. Sure, the light bulb in your table lamp may take just a few minutes to replace, but what about your recessed cans that are two stories away from easy access?

We published an infographic on Lighting Facts, a program of the U.S. Department of Energy, created the one below, showing the five-year-cost of 100 watt equivalent light bulbs. As you can see, the low purchase cost of an incandescent light bulb doesn’t necessarily pay off in the end:

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Whether the lights outside your home are functional or part of the décor, they are one of the most powerful parts of the electrical system. Because of the high amounts of energy these lights use, they sometimes malfunction and require repairs.

You should always keep in mind the possibility of doing a full redesign for your home’s lighting if it needs frequent repairs or is greater than 10 years old. This will give you a more attractive outside and let you take advantage of recreational areas long after the sun goes down. Improved lighting will also make your home safer and more secure.

Call our specialists in outdoor lighting and electrical repair in North Seattle, WA today to learn more about how we can help you with your lighting issues. From installation to repair work, we have the services available to care for your home’s lighting.