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Timed light switches are a simple but effective way to keep your home safe, especially during the shorter days of winter.

Think of it this way: imagine you’re out for the evening, and your house is completely dark. It’s a big flashing sign to potential troublemakers that no one’s home. But with timed light switches, you can make your home look occupied even when you’re not there.

The key is to set your timers to turn on the lights just after dusk.  This creates a realistic appearance of someone being home.  Don’t forget that the amount of daylight changes throughout the year, so you'll need to adjust your timer settings accordingly.

As the days get shorter leading up to December 21st, you'll need to set your timers earlier.  Then, as the days start to get longer again, you'll need to adjust them back.  Think of it like a mini-dance with the sun!

Timed light switches are a low-cost, easy way to add an extra layer of security to your home.  So, the next time you're leaving for an evening out, don't forget to give your home a little bit of a "lights on" illusion!