According to Paul Anderson, president of Lighthouse Landscape Lighting, well-placed lighting can be both inviting to guests and a deterrent to unwanted intruders.

"Lights installed along pathways and entrances can help people avoid slips and falls while helping the homeowner identify visitors," Anderson said. According to ConsumerAffairs.com, slip-and-fall accidents cause 16,000 deaths per year.

Low-level path lights, which spread circular patterns of light, will brighten your walkway, while highlighting nearby flower beds, shrubs, and ground cover, according to the American Lighting Association.

"The key is also using equipment that is specifically designed for outdoor use such as brass fixtures, weatherproof transformers and the correct wire and connections," Anderson said.

For added security, illuminate the front of the house and any side of the house that would be in shadow. To conserve energy, install an automatic timer or photocell to activate the lights only when you want them on.

A lighting expert from Lighthouse Landscape Lighting can help home and business owners create safe, cost-effective lighting solutions, Anderson said.

About Landscape Lighting Lighthouse Landscape Lighting opened its doors in 1994 outside Washington, D.C. with a mission to provide creative outdoor lighting designs, professional installations, top quality outdoor lighting fixtures and materials, and on-going support services. The company is expanding rapidly through its franchise system and has now served well over 5,000 installations nationwide.

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