1. Landscape Lighting Is Expensive
In today’s competitive market, there are many affordable landscape lighting fixtures available. Every homeowner’s goal should be to search for the best value possible; lights that meet their needs without destroying the budget. Other factors to consider beyond price include quality, warranties, and -most importantly- customer support. As a DIY homeowner, you may, in fact, have questions which are why customer support should not be an underrated service in the industry. The team at VOLT® offers all of this value and more.
2. You Must Have Professional Experience
You DO NOT need to have any prior experience working with low-voltage systems. Installing landscape lighting does not require any specific licenses or certifications (but always be sure to verify your local codes and regulations). Also, when purchasing from a professional manufacturer, products typically require minimal assembly and are relatively simple to install. Today, pre-assembled kits are also available from select manufacturers. Homeowners can get a complete landscape lighting system with a simple, one-click purchase.
3. A Lot Of Complex Tools Are Required
Sophisticated, expensive tools are NOT required to install a low-voltage landscape lighting system. Again, minimal product assembly is typically required. The only landscape lighting tools needed to install a system are -essentially- a shovel/spade, wire strippers/cutters, a screwdriver, and a power drill. Depending on the size and complexity of the project, some additional tools may be required.
4. Not Safe To Work With
Low-voltage (12V) electricity is virtually harmless to the average person and installing 12V light fixtures requires no previous electrical experience or licenses. Because 12V is a much lower voltage compared to line voltage (120/240V), it is more difficult for the electrical current to overcome the built-in resistance of human skin and other objects. Due to the general safety advantage of 12V LED Systems, there is a lack of a universal set of regulations. Although there are no legal requirements, the team at VOLT® makes sure that all of their products are UL Listed for safety and compliance; an endeavor that many manufacturer’s neglect.
5. The Products Are Cheap Quality
You get what you pay for; if you invest in cheap, poorly designed fixtures, they more than likely won’t last very long. Some homeowners think “Well, I might as well invest in cheap fixtures that I can routinely replace.” If this is not your philosophy and you believe in marking a smart, lifelong investment, then professional quality landscape lights are certainly available on the market. Do your due diligence; do the research and get the best.
