Outdoor lighting is a great way to illuminate your property at night and highlight its best features. When it comes to choosing the right bulbs for outdoor lighting, LEDs are the better option compared to incandescent lights. That's because LED lights are more durable and last longer, so they can withstand harsh weather conditions here in Virginia and won't need to be replaced very often. They also use less energy than incandescent bulbs, which can lead to lower electric bills when compared to what they would be if you had incandescent bulbs! Additionally, LED lights don't produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs do, making them safer to use.


LED Lights Are More Durable & Last Longer Than Incandescent Bulbs

One of the biggest advantages that LED lights have over incandescent bulbs is their durability. LED lights are constructed using epoxy lenses that are very durable and resistant to breakage, allowing them to better withstand inclement weather such as wind and rain. On the other hand, incandescent bulbs are made with glass that can easily break.

Another reason why LED lights are the better option when compared to incandescent lights is that they last much longer. Incandescent bulbs last around 1,000 hours or so before they need to be replaced. LED bulbs, on the other hand, can last for around 50,000 hours, meaning they will not need to be replaced very often!

LED lights typically have around 50,000 hours of life, though some options may have even longer lifespans!

LED Lights Are More Energy-Efficient When Compared to Incandescent Bulbs

Energy efficiency is another advantage that LED lights have over incandescent bulbs. Because LED lights consume less power to produce the same amount of light output as incandescent bulbs, your energy bill will be lower each month when you LED bulbs instead of incandescent ones. By utilizing LED lights for your outdoor lighting system, you can reduce the amount of energy used while still enjoying bright illumination throughout the evening.

In addition to helping you save money on your electric bill, using LED lights for outdoor lighting helps protect the environment by reducing carbon emissions. Since they require less energy to operate, fewer power plants need to be built and operated to meet your lighting needs, leading to less fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.


LED Lights Don't Produce As Much Heat As Incandescent Bulbs

A property in Bristow, VA, with outdoor lighting around the landscape.

The last major advantage that LED lights have over incandescent bulbs is that they don't generate nearly as much heat. LED lights stay cool to the touch, making them safe to handle even after extended periods of use. Meanwhile, the exterior of incandescent bulbs can become extremely hot causing it to potentially combust, posing a potential fire hazard if left unattended. If you plan to use your outdoor lighting system often, then LED lights are the safer option since they have a much lower risk of combusting and don't pose a risk of burning your hands or starting a fire.


Give us a call today to schedule our outdoor lighting installation service!

If you want to add beautiful outdoor lighting to your landscape, we are the team to turn to! At Patriot Lawn and Landscape, we offer a high-quality outdoor lighting service that you can take advantage of. We utilize low-voltage, LED bulbs for our lighting systems to provide long-lasting, energy-efficient illumination. We've provided our services since 2010, so you can feel confident knowing that our team will provide you with a quality service. We offer this service to residential and commercial properties, as well as HOAs, in Bristow, Haymarket, Manassas, VA, and surrounding areas. Give us a call at (703) 244-7798 to schedule our outdoor lighting installation service today!