Solar Flood Lights vs. Traditional Flood Lights: A Cost Comparison

The Basics

Traditional flood lights have been the go to for outdoor lighting, bright and reliable lighting powered by electricity. But they come with ongoing costs for electricity and maintenance.

Solar flood lights harness the sun’s power, converting sunlight into energy to light up your outdoor areas without electricity bills.

Upfront Costs

When comparing costs, the upfront cost of traditional flood lights includes the cost of the lights themselves and the cost of installation and wiring. Depending on the number of lights and complexity of installation these costs can rack up fast.

Solar flood lights have a higher upfront purchase price but no professional installation is required as they are DIY friendly.

Long-Term Savings

One of the biggest benefits of solar flood lights is the long term savings. Since they run on solar energy, once you’ve made the initial purchase you won’t have ongoing electricity costs.

This is especially beneficial for those living in high electricity areas. Over time the savings on your energy bill will outweigh the upfront cost of the solar lights.

Maintenance Costs

Traditional flood lights require ongoing maintenance, bulbs need to be replaced frequently and electrical components can wear out over time. This means additional costs for repairs and replacements.

Solar flood lights are more durable and require less maintenance. Most solar lights come with LED bulbs which have a longer lifespan than traditional bulbs and less maintenance required.

Visit this past blog for more information on the lifespan of solar flood lights.

Environmental Impact

Another factor to consider is the environmental impact. Solar flood lights are powered by renewable energy, so they’re an eco-friendly alternative to traditional flood lights that run on fossil fuels.

By going solar you’re reducing your carbon footprint and promoting sustainability.

Performance and Reliability

Traditional flood lights are known for their performance but solar technology has come a long way in terms of reliability.

Many modern solar lights have powerful batteries that store energy for cloudy days or night. With proper placement and maintenance solar flood lights can light up your outdoor areas.