--- title: Make Your Home Lighting Merry and Bright Ahead of the Winter Holidays description: Lighting options to dress up your house ahead of the winter holidays. Efficient home lighting solutions improve home safety and are convenient to control. image: https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/hubfs/Make-Your-Home-Merry-and-Bright-Ahead-of-the-WInter-Holidays-Wilcox-Electric-Washington-DC.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays#main-content) [![Wilcox Electric Logo](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/hs-fs/hubfs/wilcox-blog.png?width=200&height=75&name=wilcox-blog.png)](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/) - [Home](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/) - [About Us](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/about) - [Services](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/electrical-services) - [Smart Home Services](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/smart-home) - [Blog](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric) - [Contact Us](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/contact-us) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/) - [About Us](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/about) - [Services](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/electrical-services) - [Smart Home Services](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/smart-home) - [Blog](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric) - [Contact Us](https://www.wilcox-electric.com/contact-us) Nov 9, 2023 8:00:00 AM # Make Your Home Lighting Merry and Bright Ahead of the Winter Holidays [Wilcox Electric](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/author/wilcox-electric) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/make-your-home-merry-and-bright-ahead-of-the-winter-holidays) ![Make-Your-Home-Merry-and-Bright-Ahead-of-the-WInter-Holidays-Wilcox-Electric-Washington-DC](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Make-Your-Home-Merry-and-Bright-Ahead-of-the-WInter-Holidays-Wilcox-Electric-Washington-DC.jpg?width=1600&height=1067&name=Make-Your-Home-Merry-and-Bright-Ahead-of-the-WInter-Holidays-Wilcox-Electric-Washington-DC.jpg) *With the fall season comes shorter days, making it the perfect time to give your home a lighting makeover to beat the impending winter gloom. Whether your goal is to create a warm, inviting atmosphere for your family or a functional lighting plan with enhanced efficiency and security, we have you covered. Let’s look at some lighting solutions offered by leading brands like Lutron Caseta and Leviton to help make your home merry and bright ahead of the winter holidays.* ## Smart Lighting with Lutron Caseta Is your idea of perfection a [smarter home lighting system](https://wilcox-electric.com/smart-home/) that adjusts to make your life easier, more convenient, and safer? Imagine the ability to control your lights from literally anywhere; with [Lutron Caseta lighting](https://wilcox-electric.com/lighting-design/), you can. For example, their Pico Smart Switches are incredibly versatile and can be mounted anywhere in your home. There are a number of convenient options with which you can remotely control your lighting using a compatible hub, or Wi-Fi, inside the home - or even from outside, with a simple device that clips to your car’s visor. ## Leviton Decora Smart® Lighting The [Leviton Decora Smart® Lighting](https://wilcox-electric.com/lighting-design/) line offers efficient and [convenient control of your home's lighting](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/overhead-lighting-for-the-way-we-live-today). This smart lighting system operates via Wi-Fi, allowing you to manage your lights from your tablet, computer, or smartphone. Some of the key features include: - **Control from Anywhere:** You can turn your lights on or off from virtually anywhere with a Wi-Fi connection. - **Create Automated Schedules:** Set schedules for your lights to optimize energy usage, all without requiring internet access. In addition to energy efficiency, consider the boost to your home’s security resulting in the ability to set a lighting schedule while you’re out all day at work, or away for a week’s vacation. - **Voice Control:** Use your voice and devices like Alexa or Echo for voice-activated lighting control. Leviton Decora Smart® Lighting products include [smart switches, smart dimmer switches](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/how-to-save-energy-by-using-dimmer-switches), in-wall [smart outlets](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/is-it-time-to-upgrade-your-outlets-to-include-usb-chargers), and [smart fan](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/the-reasons-why-ceiling-fans-make-year-round-sense) speed controllers. With a range of options and colors, you'll find the perfect fit for your home. ## The Benefits of Smart Lighting With these smart lighting systems, you can experience a variety of benefits from [energy efficiency](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/thinking-about-upgrading-to-energy-efficient-led-recessed-lighting) and convenience to enhanced security. The options are as diverse as your needs, with the flexibility to choose the colors and functions that suit your style. ## Ready to Upgrade Your Home's Lighting? If you're wondering where to start with smart lighting, a smart hub is a great choice. Consider the Lutron Caseta or Leviton Decora Smart® Lighting systems. You can also explore smart plug-ins, which allow you to control lamps, [appliances](https://blog.wilcox-electric.com/wilcox-electric/considering-new-kitchen-appliances-keep-these-things-in-mind), and more with ease. Our team of smart home experts is ready to assist you in finding the best solutions to enhance your home's lighting. ## The Added Advantage of Smart Security Besides upgrading your lighting, [Wilcox Electric offers comprehensive smart security solutions to keep your home safe](https://wilcox-electric.com/smart-home/). We specialize in installing brands such as Ring, Nest, Eufy, Arlo, and Wyze. These solutions cover everything from smart doorbells and cameras to wired security systems. One standout product is the Nest Hello - taking video doorbells to a new level. With the Nest Hello and Nest Aware, you can enjoy continuous recording, a broad 160-degree view, sleep mode, and night vision. For peace of mind when you're away from home, consider scheduling your lights to create a "lived-in" look. It's an added layer of security that ensures your home stays safe, even when you're not there. At Wilcox Electric, we're committed to enhancing the comfort, convenience, and safety of your home. From smart lighting to intelligent security solutions, we've got you covered. [With the impending government shutdown, we are offering flexible payment options](https://info.wilcox-electric.com/shutdown-2023) as well. [Contact us](https://wilcox-electric.com/contact-us/) to explore the possibilities and discover the best way to illuminate your home this winter. 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