Motion-activated security lights won’t turn off in your Bethesda home? This issue can be quite agitating (and energy-wasting), but you needn’t worry too much. The problem is actually quite common, and the majority of fixes are simple. With the service experts at Kolb Electric on your side, you’ll have your security lights working right in no time! When you need specialized electrical services in Maryland, Virginia, or DC, you can trust Kolb to offer fast, effective professional solutions!
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The Most Common Culprit of Stuck Security Lights: Mode Jamming
In the vast majority of cases our Maryland electricians handle, the issues simply come down to the security light being stuck in its “always on” mode. This is a common feature that most security lights have, and it can be triggered in a variety of ways. Unfortunately, however, many of those ways are quite unplanned. Security lights won’t turn off when:
- Power surges occur. Power surges are the most common cause for this problem. The sudden loss and regaining of power will trigger your security lights’ override system, forcing them to stay on indefinitely.
- The lights are switched off and on too quickly. If you’ve accidentally (or on purpose) flicked the main activation switch for your security lights off and then on again rapidly, you’ll get the same problem, and for pretty much the same reasons.
The good news is this is actually super simple to fix! Simply cut off power to your security lights and leave the power off for a full 30 seconds. After then, kick them back on. The light should run for a few minutes, maybe two or three, and then cut off and act normal from now on.
Call in a professional electrician or contact us and we can repair your security lights!
Other Issues With Security Lights Settings
There actually aren’t many other problems out there to be had other than sheer age and wear. But you might be dealing with improperly tuned sensitivity settings. If your security lights won’t turn off, you should first check the settings to ensure the light isn’t picking up movement too far away. Some systems are powerful enough to detect cars on a highway hundreds of yards away!
Learn more about security lights tips for your Maryland, DC, and Virginia home from expert security light technicians!
Security Light Fixture Repair and Replacement in MD, DC & VA
Still having trouble with your lights? When your security lights won’t turn off, you can call on Kolb Electric to get the service you need! We specialize in outdoor lighting services and can offer you the repair, replacement, or total system installation you need to restore security and safety around your Maryland home.
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