Upgrading Your School's Lighting Systems
Schools can be very large facilities, and this can lead to them having extremely demanding needs in terms of lighting for the grounds. Whether you are overseeing the design and construction of a new school or retrofitting an older school with new lights, there are many factors that will influence the right lighting option for your facility.
Reducing Energy Costs Can Be A High Priority For Schools
The lighting in your building can be among the most energy-intensive needs for the school. Not surprisingly, this can lead to it being one of the most expensive costs for the facility. Throughout the process of evaluating lighting options, choosing units that will use as little energy as possible can help your facility to better manage this unavoidable expense. In addition to choosing lighting fixtures that are extremely energy efficient, you may also want to incorporate a timing system in them so that the lights will automatically turn off at the end of the day when the school is empty. This can avoid paying for lights that accidentally get left on when the school has closed for the day or weekend.
Lighting Installation Needs Experienced Professionals
After you have decided on lighting systems for your school, it will be necessary to arrange for a professional contractor to handle the installation of the lights. Unfortunately, it is possible during DIY installation to make mistakes that will lead to the lighting failing to work correctly. In extreme cases, mistakes when installing school lighting can even lead to safety risks such as an elevated fire hazard and a risk of suffering electrical shocks. Professional school lighting installation contractors will also have the advantage of being able to complete this work quickly, which can ensure that this work is done in time for the start of the school year.
Sports Field Lighting Can Have Its Own Challenges
Many schools will have sports fields and other large outdoor areas that will need to be illuminated. These facilities can be particularly challenging to illuminate. The lights for these areas will need to be elevated high off the ground so that they can illuminate the entire area. For administrators that may not be well-versed in outdoor lighting solutions, a contractor can assist you with assessing the equipment that will be needed to illuminate the entire area. Additionally, they may be able to work with you to find a solution that will provide enough light while still being within the school's improvement budget.
Contact an electrician for more information about school lighting installation.