1. What are the different types of lights used in Houston area homes?
There are many types of lights used for lighting in and around our homes. Some lights are primarily decorative while others are more functional in nature. Each type of light fixture is designed to serve a particular function and may either light or decorate our front door, our hallway, the bathroom, a general living area, the exterior of the home or business or your landscaping. Some lights are primarily decorative while others are more functional in nature. Ceiling fixtures may also include a fan unit which aids in controlling the temperature of a room while also providing general lighting.
2. What are the various types of lights in and around our homes?
Houston Energy Solutions specializes in four different types of lighting; General Lighting, Directional Lighting, Decorative Lighting and Accent Lighting.
3. What are the various usages of these four types of lights?
Lights can be used in a great variety of ways including general lighting throughout the house, directional and safety lighting around a pool or up a walkway, outside decorative lighting to showcase the exterior of the house and landscaping; and, accent lighting to highlight wall art and sculptures.
4. How long will light bulbs last?
The life of light bulbs is, of course, affected by the amount of time that they are used but there are other factors. It is best to check and replace your bulbs as needed, especially those used for decorative and/or security purposes.
5. What are the most common reasons that light bulbs go out?
A. Bulbs that fit in their sockets too loosely or have the wrong type of connection for the socket they are being used in
B. Inexpensive off brand bulbs generally don't last as long as quality bulbs
C. Low voltage electric current, which causes power surges, can burn bulbs out
D. After substantial use the bulb filament breaks and the bulb will burn out
6. How can you calculate the daily cost of operating various types of light bulbs?
Through use of the simple formula shown below, you can calculate the daily cost to use any given light bulb that you may have in your home.
Multiply "Bulb Wattage"
Times the "Hours Used Per Day"
Divide by "1000"
Multiply times "Electric Company's Cost per kWh"
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