Many cities and neighborhood associations require permits or have ordinances in place regarding the installation of lights. Check with local guidelines before making any decisions on flagpole illumination.

WIRED: It may be required that wired outdoor flag lighting complies with local building codes. Don’t forget to call before you dig! Call 811 or visit the website at call811.com.

SOLAR: Solar lights generally have a lower wattage and may comply more easily with local restrictions on bright lighting.

While a wired outdoor flag lighting setup has its advantages, a solar flagpole illumination system might be more cost-effective.

WIRED: Licensed electricians are a necessity for installing in-ground lighting. This will be an added cost to your lighting project.

SOLAR: Solar powered lights are simple to install without an electrician and are less expensive since they do not influence your monthly electric bill.

There are several factors to take into account here, including the amount of natural light during daylight hours and the amount of ambient light at night.

WIRED: If there is a lot of ambient light in the area close to the flagpole, higher wattage electric lighting may be a better choice thanks to its ability to overpower the surrounding lights.

SOLAR: Solar lighting works best in areas that do not have tree coverage since they will require direct sunlight in the daytime hours to fully charge.