Light sensors are a great solution when it comes to modern home security and by using this simple technology you can program the lights around your house to turn on automatically once motion is detected by the sensor.
While many people consider it as a great convenience others may find annoying, so in order to help you decide if this solution is right for your home here are our best Pro & Cons:
Pros:
Energy Efficiency
Light sensors are designed to operate only when needed and drastically reduce the duration they are on compared to traditional lights that may remain on until you shut it down. This advanced system saves energy and while being environmentally friendly it dramatically reduce electricity bills and ideal for outdoor areas or rooms that are not in constant use.
Better Security
The unexpected illumination of an area can shock and scare an intruder and signal to homeowners that something is moving outside. It act as a deterrent and burglars will think twice before entering your property. It can also be integrated with smart home security system and provide better protection.
Night Vision
Light sensors can be very helpful when you come back home at nigh when it’s pith black dark outside and automatically they turned on and lit the way.
Safety
Automatically Illuminates walkways and stairs to reduce accidents especially in homes with elderly residents or children.
Can be programmed to light up less visited parts of a property that that could be dangerous at night.
Durability
Most motion sensor lights make use of LED technology which has a longer lifespan than traditional bulbs and also because of not constantly being used..
Cons:
Expensive
High quality motion sensor lights and systems can be more expensive upfront than standard lighting bulbs.
False Alarms
Sensors may be triggered by non threatening movements like small animals such as birds or raccoons and even from wind blown debris. It can become quite annoying in areas with wildlife and even some advanced models with sensitivity adjustment may not completely eliminate these false triggers.
Maintenance
Sensors can become less effective over time being exposed to weather elements and dust. Regular cleaning and occasional adjustments are necessary to ensure optimal performance.
Dependence on Motion
In areas where you need the lights to stay on for longer period of time like garages sensor lights are not ideal.
Some models offer a manual override feature but this may defeat the purpose of having a motion sensor in the first place.
