# Renovation Mistake: Forgetting Outdoor Lighting and Security **URL:** \ **Category:** General\ **Created:** [September 11, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814 "2025-09-11T17:48:13Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Yungstar](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/y/71c47a/32.png) [@Yungstar](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Yungstar)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/1 "2025-09-11T17:48:13Z")
![IMG_7457](https://renovation-reviews.storage.googleapis.com/original/2X/4/46b465c62cc4490fb8a81d66493df1cc46781c65.jpeg) A renovation often transforms the inside of a home, but many homeowners forget about outdoor lighting and security. This oversight not only reduces curb appeal but also affects safety and usability. Poorly lit entryways and pathways can create tripping hazards and make it harder for guests to navigate at night. Dark exteriors also make homes more vulnerable to break-ins, since intruders are less likely to target well-lit properties. Smart outdoor lighting solutions can solve both problems. Motion-sensor lights, path lights, and wall-mounted fixtures improve safety while adding style. Integrating them with security cameras or smart systems gives an extra layer of protection and peace of mind. Outdoor lighting also extends the usability of patios, decks, and gardens, turning them into welcoming spaces even after sunset. In short, forgetting exterior lighting leaves a renovation incomplete. A well-lit, secure exterior enhances safety, comfort, and the overall beauty of the home. ---
**Author:** ![Succy](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/ccd318/32.png) [@Succy](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Succy)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/2 "2025-09-11T17:48:28Z")
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**Author:** ![Bianca](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/b/3be4f8/32.png) [@Bianca](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Bianca)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/3 "2025-09-11T17:48:45Z")
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**Author:** ![Onyxx](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/o/da6949/32.png) [@Onyxx](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Onyxx)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/4 "2025-09-11T17:50:40Z")
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**Author:** ![Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_michael1/32/6294_2.png) [@Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_Michael1)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:56pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/5 "2025-09-11T17:56:02Z")
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**Author:** ![Bobby\_Michael](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/bobby_michael/32/2057_2.png) [@Bobby\_Michael](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Bobby_Michael)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:57pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/6 "2025-09-11T17:57:31Z")
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**Author:** ![Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/chick-asaw/32/1735_2.png) [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 5:58pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/7 "2025-09-11T17:58:01Z")
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**Author:** ![tayzer14](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tayzer14/32/1866_2.png) [@tayzer14](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/tayzer14)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 7:14pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/8 "2025-09-11T19:14:00Z")
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**Author:** ![Jakurasmith](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/jakurasmith/32/585_2.png) [@Jakurasmith](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Jakurasmith)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 7:14pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/9 "2025-09-11T19:14:53Z")
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**Author:** ![MichaelRobert](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/m/da6949/32.png) [@MichaelRobert](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/MichaelRobert)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 9:20pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/10 "2025-09-11T21:20:43Z")
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**Author:** ![Michelle\_Brown](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/michelle_brown/32/2325_2.png) [@Michelle\_Brown](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Michelle_Brown)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2025, 9:21pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/renovation-mistake-forgetting-outdoor-lighting-and-security/35814/11 "2025-09-11T21:21:03Z")
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