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Most carports are only used for one specific purpose and that is to provide shelter for a vehicle. The simple addition of carport lighting can greatly increase the security and function of your carport area. Open carport designs could use lighting so you have plenty of illumination to get in and out of vehicle safely during Garage Door Won T Reverse the night time hours. In enclosed carports, the area inside of the shelter can be used for completing projects and for storage of outdoor items like lawn and gardening supplies or equipment. In order to access the area or use the area during the night time hours you will need add some kind of overhead lighting.
Carport lights will require electrical wiring that you may choose to handle by yourself but you will need to make sure you have all of the right paperwork filled out with your local building inspector because many local jurisdictions require that you disclose such an addition. If you are not familiar with electrical wiring, then you should definitely consider hiring a professional electrician to handle the installation because there are certain requirements that only a certified electrician will know to do.
If you are simple adding a plug in carport light that runs with the help of an extension and must be physically turned off and on when needed, then you probably do not need permits but you will need to make sure that the extension cord is safely tucked away when not in use. A loose extension cord could easily become a hazard for you and your family as you come and go especially at night time.
There are many types of outdoor light fixtures that will work for a carport area. Make sure the light is not too bright so that it becomes more of a hazard than a help. You should also make sure that Sherwin Williams Garage Door Paint you follow all of the installation instructions that accompany the light fixture because short cuts lead to accidents and that is the last thing you need especially if you are working alone.
