Dusk to dawn light in Dawlish
Looking for professional dusk to dawn light help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£85-£110
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Dawlish
Dusk to dawn outdoor lights fitted for automatic evening and night lighting. Sensor-controlled for convenience and security without manual switching.
### Never Come Home To A Dark House Again
**Automatic lighting that just works**. No switches to remember, no timers to set. It gets dark, the light comes on. It gets light, it goes off.
Perfect for front doors, driveways, porches, or anywhere you want constant lighting after dark.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Dusk to dawn lights are different from PIR sensor lights. PIR = detects movement, light briefly. Dusk-dawn = on continuously all night. Both have their uses, but they're not the same thing.
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### Dusk-Dawn vs PIR Motion Sensor
| Feature | Dusk to Dawn | PIR Motion Sensor | |---------|--------------|-------------------| | **When it's on** | All night, every night | When movement detected | | **Best for** | Constant security presence | Occasional access lighting | | **Running cost** | Higher (on ~12hrs/night) | Lower (only on when triggered) | | **Convenience** | Come home to lit path | Have to trigger it | | **Deterrent value** | High - always lit | Medium - only when someone's there |
Both are useful - sometimes you want both.
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### What's Involved
**🔧 Installation Options**
| Scenario | What I Do | Time/Cost | |----------|-----------|-----------| | **Replace existing light** | Swap old fitting for new dusk-dawn version | 45-60 mins / £60-85 | | **New position, cable exists** | Mount light, connect to existing cable | 60-90 mins / £85-110 | | **Completely new position** | Run cable, mount light, connect | Quote needed (2-4hrs+) |
**📦 You're Left With** - Automatic outdoor lighting - No switches or timers to worry about - Increased security presence - Never fumble with keys in darkness
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### Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------|----------------|------------| | Replace existing outdoor light | 45-60 mins | **£60-£85** | | Fit new light to existing cable | 60-90 mins | **£85-£110** | | New position (new cable run) | 2-4+ hrs | **Quote needed** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Light fitting NOT included - you supply that.*
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### Perfect For...
✅ **Front doors** - always welcoming and visible
✅ **Driveways** - never park in darkness
✅ **Side access** - security lighting without remembering to switch on
✅ **Gardens** - background lighting for paths and features
Why Choose Us for Dusk to dawn light in Dawlish?
Automatic lighting every evening
Never come home to darkness
Security deterrent that works itself
No switches or timers to remember
What to Expect
### Step 1: Assess and Plan Look at where you want the light, check for existing wiring, discuss whether you're replacing something or need new cabling. If it's a replacement, this is straightforward. New positions need more planning. ### Step 2: Installation For a replacement: isolate power, remove old light, fit new dusk-dawn light, test sensor works. For new position: run cable (surface or buried), mount light, connect and test. ### Step 3: Adjust and Test Set any sensitivity adjustments on the sensor. Wait until dusk to confirm it actually works - some sensors need 24 hours to calibrate properly. Make sure it's pointing the right way for best sensor performance.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🌙 **Testing:** New dusk-dawn lights often need a full day/night cycle before they work properly. Don't assume it's faulty if it doesn't work immediately. **LED bulbs essential:** If your fitting takes a bulb (not integrated LED), use an LED bulb. They last years and the running cost is tiny. Regular bulbs would be expensive left on all night. **Positioning the sensor:** The photocell (little round sensor) should face north if possible, away from other light sources. If it's near a street lamp or window light, it might not switch on when you expect. **Overrides:** Some dusk-dawn lights have a switch override. Turn switch off and on three times quickly and they go into override mode. Check your fitting's instructions. **Exeter weather:** Our Devon rain and sea air are harsh on outdoor fittings. Buy IP65 rated minimum, preferably from a known brand. Cheap fittings fail quickly in wet weather.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dusk to dawn light in Dawlish
How does a dusk to dawn light work?
It has a photocell sensor that detects light levels. When it gets dark, the light switches on automatically. When dawn comes, it switches off. No switches, no timers, completely automatic based on natural daylight.
Will it come on every time a car goes past?
No - that's a PIR motion sensor light. Dusk to dawn lights stay on continuously all night long. They're about constant lighting for security and convenience, not movement detection.
How much does it cost to run all night?
With an LED bulb, very little - about 50p-£1 per month depending on bulb wattage and electricity costs. Much cheaper than leaving a normal light on, and no more than a typical PIR security light that comes on frequently.
Do I need to buy the light fitting?
Yes - I fit lights you've already purchased. If you need advice on what to buy, I'm happy to suggest options. Most outdoor LED lights come with dusk-dawn sensors built in nowadays.
Can you wire it to my existing outdoor light?
Depends on the fitting. If you have an outdoor light position already, I can replace it with a dusk-dawn version. If you want a completely new position, that's more work because I need to run cable.
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