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Install Your Motion Sensor Light in 8 Easy Steps!

Install Your Motion Sensor Light in 8 Easy Steps!

A lot of homeowners want to feel safe and secure in their homes. The best way to do that is by installing a motion sensor light on your porch, garage, or driveway. It's easy and inexpensive! All you need is the power of electricity and a few moments to configure this type of light that will turn on when you're within 10 feet.

You can't ask for much more than that! These lights are also great because they'll help prevent tripping over items in the dark while trying to get into your home. But, of course, no one wants to be injured, and that's what we all want. 

Why Install Motion Sensor Lights

Homeowners want to feel safe and secure, but finding the time to put in bright dusk to dawn outdoor lights for their entire yard can be challenging. With a motion sensor light, you only need 10 feet of unobstructed space to let it detect you. It can be on your porch or garage or anywhere in between to feel safer after dark.

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There are many benefits of installing a motion sensor light. It's easy to install, inexpensive, and gives you the sense of security you deserve when walking up to your driveway or porch in the dark. 

Easy Installation

A motion sensor light is easy to install. First, you have to find a power source, which most likely will be your existing porch or garage electricity. Then, configure the metal arm, so it detects when someone walks by within 10 feet. That's it!

You'll feel safer walking up to your house after dark, knowing you don't have to fumble through your key chain in the dark-you can look for a motion-activated light. There's nothing better than knowing you're safe and sound once it gets dark.

Why Motion Sensor Lights?

Motion sensor lights are popular among homeowners because they don't require much time or effort to install, but what makes them worth it is that they help homeowners feel safe and secure after dark. Who doesn't want to walk up their front porch knowing they won't trip over anything in the night?

If you haven't installed one yet, we highly recommend it! It's easy to install and will only take a few moments to configure the metal arm, so it detects when you're within 10 feet. 

How to Install Motion Sensor Lights?

Installing a motion sensor light is simple.

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  1. First, find where you're going to install it. This can be your porch or garage, etc. Then, plug the power cord into an existing electrical outlet.
  2. After that's done, adjust the metal arm, so it detects when someone walks by within 10 feet.
  3. Remove old fixture (if you are replacing an old one)
  4. Attach the metal arm to the new light fixture. If it is attached, make sure you are satisfied with its positioning.
  5. If wires are already attached, hang the fixture by turning the screw on top of your cover plate counterclockwise. If not, attach a wire to the base first before hanging it.
  6. Next, tighten screws.
  7. Finally, turn the power on to see if it works.
  8. You can then adjust the sensor arc with a dial to increase or decrease the field of detection. Remember that you need 10 feet of unobstructed space for the light to function correctly.

Consideration Before Installing Motion Sensor Lights

If you have children, pets, or unfenced outdoor lumens lighting and are exposed to high traffic areas outside your home or building, we recommend installing a light with a motion detector.

Motion detection lights are great for those who want their home to be lit up after dark when they're walking. Motion sensor lights are for you if you don't want to take time fumbling with your keys and want to avoid unwanted injuries or accidents!

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