Having security lights fitted around the outside of your property is the first step to improving home security. They are fairly cheap to install and can last a good number of years once they are up. They require little maintenance and if you opt for an LED unit, they will often only need replacing every five years or so.

Security lights are often set on sensors and timers so they will only come on after a certain time or when it gets dark, if motion is detected. This means they use only a small amount of electricity. Once they are first set up, they may need adjusting to ensure that they sensitivity is at the correct level. You can set them to come on in dark or even in duck which will then allow for seasonal changes of time.

Having security lights can sometimes be enough to put off criminals as they often avoid houses that are lit up too much as it draws attention to them. This simple security system could really help improve the security around your home and is also useful when you are leaving or returning to the house during times when it is dark outside.