Install Floodlight On Flat Roof

Learn how to configure install flood lights to illuminate your yard to improve safety security in your home.

Install floodlight on flat roof.

Flood lights are mounted to the soffit of the house. Begin by placing the new flood lights where the existing light fixture was affixed and attach the mounting strap. How to install flood lights. Be aware of the closest junction box interior switch.

Installing floodlights can enhance the security and appearance of your home. Hold the piece of drywall flat against the underside of a joist and raise or lower the fixture so the lower end of the opening for the bulb is even with the face of the drywall gauge. Unlike flat roof rooflights which are mounted onto an upstand roof windows are installed in plane meaning they follow the pitch of the roof and are mounted flush with the surface. Here are the basic steps.

Once the mounting strap is in place you should have full access to the electrical wires. You will need to design a mounting curb that raises the skylight at least 4 inches from the roof surface and tilts it at a 15 degree angle. Depending on where you want to install your floodlights you may be better off hiring an electrician to do the work. Installing the roof light with a minimum 3 degree pitch will avoid this but our recommendation would be to install at a 5 degree pitch for more efficient results and improved drainage.

Consider factors such as the maximum opening angle and the opening mechanism as well as size and tint.