Everything you need to know about finding a Pool Lighting Installer

A well lit pool is not only a joy to look at it, it is safe to use on even the darkest night. Ensure that you have pool lighting that is both practical and functional by getting professional pool lighting design and installation. Read on for more.

The purpose of pool lighting design is to create a lighting scheme that sets off the pool itself and also the area around the pool in order to create a gorgeous night time feature, improve the ambience of the pool and the pool area, and also make sure that the pool is safe to use at night. The lighting can be placed within the pool, around the edge of the pool, and throughout the pool surrounds. Because of the amount of water, it is vital that lights inside the pool or near the pool are waterproof. The designer will make sure of this and use the correct fixtures in the design. A well lit pool will make it a joy to use on those hot summer nights and also create a feature that you can appreciate year round. LED lighting is very popular for using within pools and outside the pools but the designer may also incorporate solar, fluorescent or halogen bulbs depending on the purpose of the light and type of light used.

The lighting needs to be installed by an electrician due to the safety issues of working with electricity. They will make sure that the lights are completely waterproof and will not present a hazard. The electrician will work to the plan created by the designer.

Pool lighting design and installation can be done by pool companies, lighting companies, a landscape designer or an electrician. Make sure that the design work itself is done by a qualified electrician and that all the professionals involved are appropriately qualified, licensed and insured. Ask for a quote before any work begins and ask exactly what the quote includes.