Sensor night light fit in Exeter
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Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Sensor night light fitted in your hallway or landing so you don't trip in the dark. Comes on automatically when you move, off after you've passed. Simple safety that makes a huge difference.
The Middle-Of-The-Night Problem
You need the bathroom at 2am. It's pitch black. You either:
- Fumble for light switch (can't find it half-asleep)
- Put harsh ceiling light on (blinds you, wakes partner)
- Risk it in the dark (trip hazard, dangerous on stairs)
None of these are good options, especially as you get older.
💡 Pro tip: A sensor night light in the right place means you never fumble for switches or risk falling in the dark again.
Types of Sensor Night Lights
🔧 What Works Best
| Type | Best For | How It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Plug-in PIR | Hallways with sockets | Plugs into normal socket, detects motion |
| Battery/USB | Anywhere | Rechargeable, stick to wall |
| Low-level wall | Permanent solution | Wired in like normal light |
| Strip lights | Under bed, along skirting | Gentle path lighting |
I'll recommend what suits your layout and needs.
Where They Work Best
📦 Common Placements
| Location | Why It Helps |
|---|---|
| Landing near bedroom | Catches you leaving bedroom |
| Top of stairs | Safe route down at night |
| Hallway to bathroom | Lights the whole route |
| Bathroom inside | See without main lights |
| Beside bed (for elderly) | Safe to get up |
What You Get
- Sensor light supplied (type based on your situation)
- Fitted in best position for coverage and safety
- Tested - walk the route, check it works
- Adjusted for right sensitivity and duration
- Shown how to use - usually it just works, but I'll explain anyway
Pricing Guide
| Job | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single plug-in sensor light | 20 mins | £60 |
| Battery/stick-on type | 15 mins | £60 |
| Multiple lights (2-3) | 30 mins | £60 |
| Hard-wired installation | 45+ mins | £85+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Basic plug-in lights included.
Why Choose Us for Sensor night light fit in Exeter?
Automatic light when you get up at night
No switches to fumble for in the dark
Low-level light that doesn't wake others
Perfect for elderly or mobility issues
What to Expect
Step 1: Plan Placement
I look at your route at night (bedroom to bathroom usually), work out where lights need to go to cover the whole path safely.
Step 2: Fit The Lights
Plug them in, stick them to walls, or wire them in (depending on type). Position at right height and angle to catch movement.
Step 3: Test & Adjust
Walk the route as you would at night. Check lights trigger reliably, stay on long enough, and cover everywhere you need.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit them yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Plug-in sensor lights
- Choose location: hallway socket, low down if possible
- Plug light in
- Wait for it to enter sensor mode (usually needs 30 seconds)
- Walk past - check it triggers
- Adjust sensitivity dial if it has one
🔧 Battery stick-on lights
- Charge fully before fitting
- Clean wall surface with alcohol wipe
- Stick adhesive pad or screw mount to wall
- Attach light to mount
- Test by walking past
- Adjust angle if needed
📐 Best positioning
- Height: Around knee-height (20-40cm from floor) lights your path without being glary
- Angle: Pointing along the hallway, not straight at you
- Range: Close enough to trigger as you leave bedroom
- Coverage: Ideally spaced so you're never walking in dark between lights
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Too high up (shines in eyes rather than lighting floor)
- Too bright (defeats the point of gentle night lighting)
- Wrong sensitivity (triggers when you roll over in bed)
- Pointing wrong direction (doesn't catch you approaching)
💡 Pro trick: Get ones with adjustable brightness if possible. Start dim - you'd be surprised how little light you actually need to navigate safely at night once your eyes adjust.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Elderly relatives? These are brilliant for preventing falls. Combine with grab rails and clear hallways for a properly safe night-time route. I can sort the whole package.
Pets triggering them? Get lights with adjustable sensitivity or height-based sensors. Fitted high enough, they'll catch humans standing up but not cats on the floor.
Want them all linked? Smart sensor lights can be set up so they all come on together when any one detects movement. Creates a lit route through the whole house.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where's the best place to fit a sensor night light?
Hallways and landings are ideal - catches you moving from bedroom to bathroom. Low down on the wall (near skirting) works best - lights your path without being too bright. I can also fit them in bathrooms, near stairs, or by the bed.
Will it wake up my partner when I get up in the night?
Not if we position it right. Low-level sensor lights give just enough light to see where you're going without being bright enough to disturb sleep. Much better than turning on harsh ceiling lights at 2am.
Do these plug in or are they battery powered?
I fit both types. Plug-in ones are great if you've got a spare socket - never need batteries. Battery ones (usually USB rechargeable) are good where there's no socket nearby. I'll recommend what works best for your space.
How sensitive are they - will pets trigger them?
Most are adjustable. For hallways where pets roam, I set them to only trigger for larger movement (human-sized). In bedrooms where pets don't go, they can be more sensitive. Depends on your situation.
Can you fit several around the house?
Absolutely - that's quite common. Typically people want landing, stairs, bathroom approach, and maybe kitchen route. I'll advise on sensible placement for coverage without overlap.
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