Light Timers: Here's What You Need to Know, Seacoast Security How do I set a 24 hour light timer?

Light timers are an inexpensive way to provide home security and deter theft when you are away from home.You can use this to answer questions from purchase to set-up.

A light timer is an electrical circuit.The timer turns the lights on and off based on the times you set.These devices come with a variety of controls, from a circular dial to a digital setting.Light timers can be stand-alone or integrated with a security system.Purchase them at your local home improvement store or have them installed by a trusted home security company.

Plug the timer into the wall outlet and the light into it.Leave the light on.The timer will turn the light on and off at certain times.You are good to go if you set the times.Timers can be used for more than just lights.You can use TVs and radios to make it look like someone is home.

How do you choose a light timer?You should inventory the light sources in your home.Look for ceiling lights as well.

Decide which lights you want to turn on.What kind of timers would make your life easier?

Is it better to choose the same times every day or not?You want people to think that someone is at home.Pick times that correspond to meal times or regular activities for major lights.Pick times to give the appearance of different schedules for floor lamps and desk lights.

Timers are great, but not perfect.The timer won't be able to turn it on if you forget to leave the light on.The timer only works between the power source and the light.

If the power goes out, so does the light.Light timers don't have a backup battery.There is no light if there isn't power to manipulate.Timers can not read the weather report.They only work at certain times.Daylight savings time can't be adjusted for dark and rainy days.