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Lighting Technician

Light is good from whatever lamp it shines.  ~Author Unknown

Set Up Christmas Lights 

Make money working at home by installing lights of all kinds -- mood lights, Christmas lights, party lights, address lights, solar lights, and bug lights.

What you might already know is that families need help stringing outdoor Christmas lights and taking them down. There is money to be made at holiday time.

Rent Party Lights  

What you might not know is that folks need help with their lighting needs all year long. The tiny Christmas lights set a beautiful mood all year long especially around a backyard pool. Many times those who host big parties using these lights need help putting them up and taking them down. Many do not want to store them and they will depend upon you to rent the lights to them.

Install Outdoor Mood Lights

There is a need for knowledgeable people who can help with permanent lighting needs. You need to understand the different lighting methods and what works with each situation. What lights look best down the edge of the walkway or drive? How can you outline the flowerbeds for security and ambience?

Which light look best hanging from a tree or porch? Are solar lights worth the price? Make your own solar lights.  See our energy provider page for more information.

Many would enjoy their backyards more if the lighting were right. Too often all there is in the backyard is a big spotlight hanging over the back door. You can do better than that. Walk around your neighborhood at night and find the houses in this pitiful situation and offer to change it for the homeowner. Have a plan ready to present when you talk to neighbors and potential customers. 

 Install Bug Lights

Find out all you can about the different bug lights available. In some areas, this is a most important component of outdoor lighting. Bugs keep people from enjoying their yards in most communities.

Install Address Lights 

Entrepreneurs can find opportunities catering to the needs of the Baby Boomers. It is a good idea to install address lights so that emergency vehicles can easily find a home.  It is especially a good idea for the older population.

End Light Pollution

Once you become an expert in the lighting field, advertise your abilities. Softly light up yards, one backyard at a time. Just make certain that the night sky is not obliterated. Install motion sensor lights to save energy and use light only when needed.

Install Solar Lights

Save electricity.  Go Green.  Make your lights solar lights.  Create an entire green neighborhood and beyond.  See our page Energy Provider for more ideas.

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Here are some resources to help you get started.

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Books 

Lights -- Address

Lights -- Bug

Lights -- Christmas

Lights -- Mood

Lights -- Motion Sensor

Lights -- Party

Lights -- Solar

Magazines