With the service experts from TriStar Electric helping, you will have your security lights working right away!
Is your sensor light in your Maryland home staying on even after the power’s been cut? This problem can be very agitating and energy-wasting, but you don’t have to worry too much. The issue is actually common, and most of the fixes are simple solutions. With the service experts from TriStar Electric helping, you will have your security lights working right away! When you need specialized electrical services across Maryland, you can count on TriStar Electric for fast and effective professional solutions. Read on to learn more!
Common Culprit of Stuck Security Lighting: Mode Jamming
In the vast majority of cases that our Maryland electricians handle, the problems simply come down to the security light being stuck in “always on” mode. This is a very common feature that a lot of security lights have, and it could be triggered in many ways. Unfortunately, a lot of those ways are unplanned. Security lights will not turn off when:
- Power surges are happening: power surges are the most common cause for this issue. The sudden loss and regaining of power will trigger your security light’s system, forcing them to stay on even after the power has gone out.
- The lights are switched off and on too quickly: if you’ve accidentally (or intentionally) flicked the main activation switch for your security lights off and then on again quickly, you will encounter the same issue, and for essentially the same reasons.
The good news is that this is very easy to fix! You could reset your sensor light by simply cutting the power off to your security lights and leaving the power off for around 30 seconds. After that, kick them back on. The light should run for a couple of minutes, around two or three, and then cut off and act normal from now on.
Other Problems with Security Lighting Settings
There are actually not many other problems to be had, other than sheer age and wear. But you may be dealing with improperly tuned sensitivity settings. If your security lights don’t turn off, you should first check the settings to ensure the light is not picking up movements too far away. A few systems are powerful enough to detect cars on the highway hundreds of miles away! Learn more about security lighting for your Maryland home or business property from our expert security light technicians!
For ALL of Your Residential or Commercial Electrical Needs, Call TriStar Electric!
No matter the job, big or small, the professionals at TriStar Electric will be happy to discuss your project and answer any questions or concerns you may have. We offer free in-home consultations, plus an after-hours and emergency phone line for advice or service!
If you have any questions about our electrical repairs or upgrades, please contact TriStar Electric, Maryland’s’ premier residential and commercial electrician, by calling 410-799-5791 or 301-384-8880. Or, you can fill out the contact form on our website.
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