Sep 05, 2019 - Installing Street Light Poles? Consider These Factors First! | Electric Street Light Pole

Whether you are a pedestrian a motorist or anything in between, you can attest to how important street lighting is. In the day, when the sun is radiating down on us, we may not pay mind to the street lights, however, once the sun sets and darkness falls, their importance shines (literally). The role they play in the safety of everyone on the roads and sideways is substantial, ergo, having them properly set up is critical. If you are looking to have street lighting poles installed, here are a few factors you need to take into consideration!

The number of street lights you want to install

Before you go ahead and start on the construction, it’s important to have a strategy in place. Knowing how many street lights you are looking to install is imperative. This will help you determine the overall budget of the project at hand and whether or not it’s plausible to obtain the necessary amount of materials. 

The height of the poles

The higher the pole, the less light translated downwards. On the flip side, the lower the pole, the stronger the light. Planners should assess the area where the poles are being installed and determine the best height for maximum output. It’s also important to be wary of the surroundings. Are any trees growing near where the poles are being installed? Any wires? These can be potential safety hazards and may be grounds for lowering or moving where the poles are too reside. 

The aesthetic appeal of the lighting poles

Every city planner and resident wants their city to have some level of aesthetic appeal to it. Street lights can be a major contributor to that. Decorative light poles, for example, can add a nice touch to an area while still maintaining a high level of functionality. Places with aesthetical appeal tend to drive tourism and tourism drives profit. Albeit, aesthetics don’t contribute to safety, they are a contributor to driving profit for the city at hand!

The surrounding environment

Consider the environment that the lighting poles are not only being installed in but the environment they will reside in. Depending on the weather throughout the years, some materials are better suited for others. Surrounding elements can cut the lifespan of a light pole and be grounds for more maintenance checks. For example, lighting poles installed in beach areas may experience corrosion due to surrounding saltwater, ergo, the finish and materials required differ in these areas. 

Consider the maintenance associated

Light poles do require a certain level of maintenance throughout. This includes maintenance of the pole structure itself, polearms, the base, and the lighting fixture. When researching materials and environment, it’s vital to have a maintenance schedule in place as well as a team on hand that can conduct said maintenance. It’s also important to have a plan in place if emergency maintenance is required. For example, if a street pole has fallen onto an active roadway, the situation needs to be dealt with asap for the safety of those on the roadway. 

There are many factors to consider when installing new street lighting poles. From looks to functionality to safety precautions, it’s important to take every aspect into consideration to ensure optimal results.

Looking to install new street lighting poles in your city? Contact us today and we can help you find exactly what you are looking for!