Exterior home LED lighting

[JWGifford]

I recently visited TV and while driving around at night noticed a few homes with very bright, often colorful, exterior lighting. It appeared to be a permanently installed, under the eaves, type of lighting. They almost resemble holiday lights in some cases. Curious how this is received. It certainly stands out.

[retiredguy123]

The neighbors may not like it, but, according to Community Standards, it is not prohibited, and you don't need ARC approval.

[villagetinker]

I agree with above comment, we have colored lighting inside our birdcage, but I also checked with the neighbor to make sure it did not impact their lanai or birdcage.

[pikeselectric]

I recently visited TV and while driving around at night noticed a few homes with very bright, often colorful, exterior lighting. It appeared to be a permanently installed, under the eaves, type of lighting. They almost resemble holiday lights in some cases. Curious how this is received. It certainly stands out.

Hi there! Casandra with Pike's Electric here. We offer LED can lights in the soffit/eaves of the home. Our units we supply are white color, and can toggle from warm white to daylight bright white color. However, if you provided a color changing (RGBW) unit, that toggles colors of the rainbow, we are happy to provide you a free estimate on installing locations for your provided lights on a new switch. Some of these units, are smartphone compatible/app compatible as well. Please let me know if I can geet you more information :) Email: cnelson@pikeselectric.com

[JWGifford]

I agree with above comment, we have colored lighting inside our birdcage, but I also checked with the neighbor to make sure it did not impact their lanai or birdcage.

Thank you. I’ve seen the colored bird cage lights before and they are attractive and not as intrusive as what I’m referring to. I agree it’s always a good idea to speak with neighbor first even if it’s not “required”. The whole house lighting systems I’m referring to are quite bright and light up the surrounding neighborhood/street. I was just surprised its allowed given the otherwise uniform appearance in TV. I’m not sure I would appreciate it next door.

[elevatorman]

I think the lights you are talking about are from Govee.com . Here is a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyDQR1Tnquw Each light on the string is controlled from an app. You can change color from white to any other color,. Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Govee-Permanent-Lighting-Waterproof-Assistant/dp/B0CGJ1773R/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2RTR9A42LJ845&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vWFkLglm45btB63UY1OzUwLHneb6tYttT 8BfIR1EuI3APEijX-fglKq379vPWG_bSco0tKP4MuyNMe_1gozY3WKfEgyF_BjabGP0 KbOXtRSZ9ranKdfCezCX0TZhQT-WXB1ecLbt4SAOQFzuC_QwkjTzCEb_v9q3iAM4gd0Q9s93V8XXd N8m9ak0zY4skGADV7D4MMVAFc6MQv2v9tzo_-oJCP1e7LkSrER7F-_Inq9s7JF7Z0VNergQ33OtgJgR27JIVvBcGZf_v5DP8rcF6G-vsDsfJVRiKfImE6jFVb0.HPXY7gFmNkWD9USUU4RtbJwWGibxx tFrqBT70riYNuI&dib_tag=se&keywords=govee%2Bpermanent%2Boutdoor%2Blights%2Bpr o&qid=1713458099&sprefix=govee%2Bperm%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18630bbb-fcbb-42f8-9767-857e17e03685&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1)

[Two Bills]

You won't be popular with this lighting.

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[pikeselectric]

See below picture for reference :)

[Mrfriendly]

I recently visited TV and while driving around at night noticed a few homes with very bright, often colorful, exterior lighting. It appeared to be a permanently installed, under the eaves, type of lighting. They almost resemble holiday lights in some cases. Curious how this is received. It certainly stands out.

I saw a few homes with colored lights and changing patterns and they looked like it was Christmas decorations but in March. Not a fan.

[mtdjed]

I think that persons who install these types of lights are obviously not the ones who have to view them. It is not like we sit and stare at them, but it seems a like it could start to look like a commercial district without some control.

[bragones]

I think that persons who install these types of lights are obviously not the ones who have to view them. It is not like we sit and stare at them, but it seems a like it could start to look like a commercial district without some control.

Agree. Personally, I feel the same way about bright white exterior lights that look like they belong in a Walmart parking lot. IMHO the classiest neighborhoods are those with uniform, warm white lighting.

[MandoMan]

Thank you. I’ve seen the colored bird cage lights before and they are attractive and not as intrusive as what I’m referring to. I agree it’s always a good idea to speak with neighbor first even if it’s not “required”. The whole house lighting systems I’m referring to are quite bright and light up the surrounding neighborhood/street. I was just surprised its allowed given the otherwise uniform appearance in TV. I’m not sure I would appreciate it next door.

There are a couple houses on Morse south of 466 that have what look like neon tubes in bright colors on the roof of their birdcages, though they are probably LEDs. Another house has lights in the shape of a palm tree. They are sort of striking and cute and don’t bother me. When I had a pool, I had a string of LED lights under the eaves that lighted the pool area, but I only had them on when I was entertaining at night. (Not when swimming at night.) There are lots of homes with a few low lights in the shrubs that look nice. Many have some brighter lights that light up the shrubs. A few houses have much brighter perimeter lights. I hate to see that because of the light pollution. It’s hard enough already to see any stars here. I definitely would NOT want my neighbors to install such lighting. As it is, I have one neighbor with a motion-controlled light under the eaves. It seems to go on when a leaf rustles and lights up my bedroom. It annoys me a bit if I happen to be awake. But fortunately, the light turns off in ten seconds.

This is such a safe place that you don’t need the lighting for safety. You might want it for looks, true, but there are a variety of landscaping options that can provide lighting accents without using bright lights. And make sure the lights are on timers that shut them off before bedtime.

[DrHitch]

You won't be popular with this lighting.


TRUE....if you're installing soffit lighting or lanai/birdcage lighting, it is very wise to check in with your neighbors and also NOT have outdoor lighting that shines brightly beyond your own property....

[Girlcopper]

See below picture for reference :)
That looks great

[JRcorvette]

I agree with above comment, we have colored lighting inside our birdcage, but I also checked with the neighbor to make sure it did not impact their lanai or birdcage.

And this is the proper way to do it…. Exterior lighting can be very intrusive on your neighbors.

[maistocars]

very nice Cassandra!

[JWGifford]

See below picture for reference :)
I wish I’d have taken a picture. Those lights look very tasteful. The lights I’m referring to were spaced every foot or so and very bright. One was like a continuous tubular light under all the eaves. These lights seem to illuminate several neighbor’s homes in each direction. To each their own, I was just surprised to see it.

[JMintzer]

We put soffit lighting under the eaves of our home. One at the entrance, one over the golf cart garage and three over the 2 car garage. We set the temperature to the warmest light possible, so it closely matches the coach light.

We turn them on at dusk, off at 11:00...

[mikeycereal]

The colored lights look cool... I saw 2 neighbors with the same type in their cages at another village, right across from each other near the entrance.

When my cage was finished a neighbor came by and asked if I was putting in lights. That made me think of the colored ones in the other village and so I had 8 colored installed for just under 3k. Neat toy, they change color to whatever pattern you set on the remote. I only use them a couple times a week for not more than an hour if even that much and before 9pm they are off.

But looking at that pic from Pike's I would go with that style for the front, though my house is smaller.

[Kenswing]

Liquid Lights does the LED strings that are programmable to different colors and patterns. I hear they’re pretty pricey though.
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[SouthJerseyGirl]

Multicolored lights on houses is ugly unless it’s Christmas!

[Bogie Shooter]

I think the lights you are talking about are from Govee.com . Here is a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyDQR1Tnquw Each light on the string is controlled from an app. You can change color from white to any other color,. Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Govee-Permanent-Lighting-Waterproof-Assistant/dp/B0CGJ1773R/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2RTR9A42LJ845&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vWFkLglm45btB63UY1OzUwLHneb6tYttT 8BfIR1EuI3APEijX-fglKq379vPWG_bSco0tKP4MuyNMe_1gozY3WKfEgyF_BjabGP0 KbOXtRSZ9ranKdfCezCX0TZhQT-WXB1ecLbt4SAOQFzuC_QwkjTzCEb_v9q3iAM4gd0Q9s93V8XXd N8m9ak0zY4skGADV7D4MMVAFc6MQv2v9tzo_-oJCP1e7LkSrER7F-_Inq9s7JF7Z0VNergQ33OtgJgR27JIVvBcGZf_v5DP8rcF6G-vsDsfJVRiKfImE6jFVb0.HPXY7gFmNkWD9USUU4RtbJwWGibxx tFrqBT70riYNuI&dib_tag=se&keywords=govee%2Bpermanent%2Boutdoor%2Blights%2Bpr o&qid=1713458099&sprefix=govee%2Bperm%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18630bbb-fcbb-42f8-9767-857e17e03685&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1)
Tacky….

[Bogie Shooter]

See below picture for reference :)

Classy…

[pikeselectric]

That looks great

Thank you girlcopper, we think so too :) Not to mention, our guys that install them are pretty great too :pepper2:

[pikeselectric]

Classy…

That's what we aim for. Classy and clean, not tacky :) Thank you Bogie Shooter :beer3:

[pikeselectric]

very nice Cassandra!

Thank you Maistocars! :mademyday:

[huge-pigeons]

Get a quote from multiple people and then check out the prices to do it yourself. I got a quote over $1000 and it’s a few hour job. I can get a full LED outdoor light kit which has a ip68 rating, 3m adhesive backing, with the remote controller and power supply, all for $50, which is double the length of my bid. I’m going with a double outdoor smart plug that will turn on and off the lights by a schedule or by voice. You can set the lights to 1 color or they can change color on their own or even to music. I have done this in our kitchen and the lights come on at dusk and go off at a specific time.

[coffeebean]

I saw a few homes with colored lights and changing patterns and they looked like it was Christmas decorations but in March. Not a fan.

Christmas decorations and light displays must be removed after the holiday season. How can these colorful lights be allowed?

[mtdjed]

That's what we aim for. Classy and clean, not tacky :) Thank you Bogie Shooter :beer3:

What's Classy to some is Tacky to others. Just like a paint job on a house.

What if everyone had these lights. With no controls, hours, colors, flashing limits the place could look like a carnival sideshow.

Could someone leave up their "Christmas lights all year," Some might say no because they are Christmas lights. But one could argue that they are simply accent lights. How about some flashing blue, red and yellow lights to make sure everyone one feels safe since help is nearby. Another Idea , how about some background music to accompany the lights.

My son just returned from Japan and showed us a 3 dimensional display on a house showing a spaceship crashing into the house, aliens escaping from the spaceship etc. Looked cool on video but would you like that across the street every night.

People selling this technology naturally encourage this stuff and like the word classy. But they don't want to think that the word tacky can actually apply. I personally don't respect their opinion.