Glare from bright, unshielded lights actually decreases safety.
See how glare in the photo on the left makes it hard to see the man at the gate? Glare creates deep shadows, making it more difficult to see. It also shines into your eyes, constricting your pupils. This diminishes your eyes’ ability to adapt to low-light conditions.
Plus, glare from bright, unshielded lights might be unintentionally intruding on the privacy of your neighbors. Shielding that light and aiming it only where it is needed, and only when it is needed with the help of timers or motion sensors, not only increases safety but makes for happy neighbors.
What do I do if I have a problem with my neighbor’s lighting? (Click here to read the steps we recommend taking.)