Replacing back garden light - would you choose light with PIR sensor?

[jker]

Hi,

Not sure if this is the best place to ask advice about this. But we're looking to get our old back garden floodlight replaced, and we're trying to decide whether to get one with a built-in PIR motion sensor or just a standard switch-operated light.


The sensor does sound like a good option, but does it get triggered by anything like animals or wind, and does it end up being annoying?


Also, as we are getting an electrician to replace it, are the PIR lights usually much more expensive for them to supply and fit compared to a standard one?

 

[pete01]

whether to get one with a built-in PIR motion sensor or just a standard switch-operated light.

Just a switch I'd go for then its on only when you want it, I think people used to think they scare off crooks but I think it just helps them not fall on their arsè....

does it end up being annoying

Yes.

much more expensive for them to supply and fit compared to a standard one?

A bit not much.

 

[Murdochcat]

If you do go for a light with PIR make sure it has a 3 year warranty

 

[ericmark]

I agree with @pete01 I use either smart switches or smart bulbs then can turn them on with phone while in car and off with voice control.