Residential Security & Motion Lighting in Santa Clarita

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Keep your Santa Clarita home safer, brighter, and more energy-efficient with a custom security and motion lighting plan designed for suburban living. From the paseos of Valencia to the cul-de-sacs of Saugus and Canyon Country, our team understands the layout of local homes, HOA expectations, and how to deliver lighting that deters intruders without disturbing neighbors. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs, installs, and programs smart, dark-sky–friendly lighting that covers driveways, side yards, patios, and backyard gates. We balance security with aesthetics, use durable materials for hot summers, and integrate with systems you already own. Get a clear plan, transparent pricing, and clean, professional installation you can trust.

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A, B & C10 Contractor

25+ Years

Experience in LA

1000+ Projects

Successfully Completed

Our Work

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Benefits

Lighting for Tomorrow’s Needs

We deploy modern controls that grow with your home. Options include photocells and astronomical timers for dusk-to-dawn operation, app-based schedules, and smart switches like Lutron Caséta or Leviton Decora Smart for scenes and away modes. Motion fixtures with zoned detection minimize nuisance triggers, and network bridges integrate with Ring, Nest, or SimpliSafe. Where appropriate, we install low-voltage landscape accents alongside higher-output LED floods for layered security that’s scalable as your needs change.

Code-Compliant & Certified

Shaffer Construction handles permitting, inspections, and compliance with the California Electrical Code and Title 24 energy standards for outdoor lighting controls. We design for dark-sky principles—full cutoff optics and proper BUG ratings—to reduce uplight and light trespass. Our installations meet Article 410 for luminaires, 300.5 burial requirements for underground runs, and 314 box sizing and weatherproofing. We coordinate directly with City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety inspectors to deliver clean, code-compliant results.

Expert, Reliable Installation

We use LED fixtures with robust drivers, IP65/IP66 weather ratings, and marine-grade powder-coated housings to withstand heat and dust. Mounting hardware is stainless or coated to resist corrosion. Exterior junctions are sealed with weather-rated fittings, and underground runs use schedule 40 PVC conduit with THWN-2 copper conductors. We follow torque specs on terminations, provide drip loops and strain relief, and label circuits for future service. The result: crisp illumination, minimal maintenance, and long service life in Santa Clarita’s climate.

Custom Lighting Solutions

Every project starts with a site walk—ideally at dusk—to map approach paths, driveway angles, side gates, yards, and potential blind spots. We model coverage and recommend lumen levels, beam spreads, and color temperatures (often 2700–3000K for homes). We aim sensors to capture cross-traffic near the garage and side yard while shielding public sidewalks. For HOA submittals, we prepare product sheets and simulated night views so you can visualize the outcome before work begins.

What We Offer

Perimeter lighting design for driveways, side yards, and rear fences

Full-cutoff LED floodlight installation to minimize glare and light spill

Eave-mounted motion lights with adjustable sensitivity and time delay

Photocell and astronomical timer controls for dusk-to-dawn operation

Smart switches and app-based schedules (Lutron Caséta, Leviton, etc.)

Integration with Ring, Nest, or SimpliSafe for coordinated alerts

Underground PVC conduit runs with THWN-2 copper conductors

Weatherproof junction boxes, in-use covers, and proper stucco sealing

Dark-sky–compliant fixture selection and aiming to protect night skies

Shielding and zoning to reduce false triggers from streets and sidewalks

Load calculations and panel capacity checks; dedicated circuit additions

Low-voltage accent lighting layered with security floods for balanced coverage

Fixture color temperature tuning (2700–3000K) for residential comfort

HOA architectural review support with cut sheets and photometric summaries

Post-install night-time tuning and homeowner training on adjustments

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for residential security lighting in Santa Clarita?+

Like-for-like fixture swaps may not require permits, but new circuits, trenching, or added loads typically do. We review your scope and, when needed, submit to the City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety Division. Approvals usually take 1–3 weeks, and we coordinate the inspection so you don’t have to.

How do you keep motion lights from triggering on coyotes, wind, or passing cars?+

We mount sensors at the correct height (usually 8–10 feet), aim for cross-traffic, add shields to block streets, and tune sensitivity and time delay. In windy areas near canyons, we use higher-quality PIR sensors with narrow detection zones. Proper placement and programming typically cut nuisance triggers by 50% or more.

Will my HOA allow new exterior lighting?+

Most Santa Clarita HOAs allow security lighting with architectural approval. We supply cut sheets, finishes, color temperatures (often 2700–3000K), and photometric notes to meet dark-sky and aesthetic guidelines. Our designs prioritize full cutoff optics and minimal light spill to streamline approvals in communities like Valencia and Bridgeport.

Can you integrate lights with Ring or Nest cameras?+

Yes. We can add smart switches, dusk-to-dawn controls, or motion-triggered routines that sync with Ring, Nest, or SimpliSafe events. You’ll be able to automate scenes, receive alerts, and adjust schedules via an app, while still having manual control from wall switches.