Solar Flood Lights for Security: Free Quotes from Local Suppliers
Free quotes from solar flood light suppliers and installers across South Africa. One request, no obligation.
Solar flood lights give strong, wide light for security, yards, driveways, sports areas and building facades, and they run from the sun with no cables to the main board. A sensor model can stay dim until it detects movement. SolarPanel.co.za is a free quote service. You fill in one form and your request goes to independent suppliers and installers in your area, who quote directly. We do not sell or install anything ourselves, and there is no fee or obligation.
Types of solar flood light and spotlight
Solar flood lights cover a wide area, while spotlights focus a narrower beam. Most are LED, and the main differences are in how they are powered and controlled.
- Integrated units: panel and light are in one fitting, which is simple but needs sun on the light itself.
- Separate-panel units: the panel mounts on a roof or pole and a cable runs to the light. This works better where the light sits in shade.
- Sensor models: stay low until a PIR sensor detects movement, then switch to full brightness.
For gardens and paths, see solar lights.
Brightness, beam angle and run time
Lumens measure brightness, and beam angle decides how widely the light is spread. A narrow beam reaches further, a wide beam covers more area at lower intensity. Beware of lights that quote a very large wattage without stating real lumens, as these figures are often inflated.
Battery size and panel size decide how long the light runs after dark. A strong light on a small panel will not recharge fully in winter. Ask for the run time at full brightness, the run time in sensor mode, and how many cloudy days the battery can carry.
Mounting for security
For security, mount flood lights high enough to be out of easy reach, and angle them to avoid dazzling neighbours or passing traffic. Tamper-resistant fixings and a covered cable run help deter theft. Panels should face north with no shading from trees, parapets or other buildings.
- Cover entrances, blind corners and loading areas first.
- Pair lights with cameras or an alarm if you want more than deterrence.
- Check that your insurer accepts the arrangement if it is part of your security cover.
What affects the price of solar flood lights
Price depends on the light output, panel and battery size, the build quality and ingress protection rating, any motion sensor or remote control, and the number of fittings. Mounting height, poles and cabling add to installation. Near the coast, corrosion-resistant materials are worth paying for. Quotes from several suppliers show you what is included, so we avoid publishing prices.
Ask what the warranty covers, whether the battery is replaceable, and how the light behaves when the battery is low.
What to include in your request
- Areas to light and their size
- Mounting height and wall or pole type
- Whether you need motion sensing
- Hours of light needed per night
- Whether you need supply only or installation
Solar Flood Lights at different properties
- Family homes: motion-sensor lights over driveways, side gates and back doors, working through every load-shedding stage
- Estate homes: shielded, downward-facing lights on perimeter walls and garages that avoid glare for neighbours
- Townhouses and flats: lights over parking bays and entrances, fitted with body-corporate approval and no new wiring
- Farms, smallholdings and lodges: bright lights over sheds, pens, workshops and yards that do not rely on a distant grid supply
- Shops, offices and schools: lights over loading bays, rear doors and car parks that stay on when the grid trips
- Factories and warehouses: high-output lights along fences and gates of yards and depots, often paired with CCTV
Frequently asked questions
Are solar flood lights bright enough for security?
Good models are, but quality varies widely. Ask suppliers for the lumen output, beam angle and run time rather than relying on a wattage figure alone.
Do solar flood lights work with motion sensors?
Yes. Many have a built-in sensor that keeps the light dim and then switches to full brightness when it detects movement. This saves battery and gives a stronger deterrent effect.
Is SolarPanel.co.za the supplier of the lights?
No. We are a free quote service that sends your details to independent suppliers and installers in your area. They quote you directly, and you have no obligation to accept.
Can flood lights run all night?
They can if the battery and panel are sized for it. Many owners use a sensor or dimming mode so the light lasts the whole night, even after a cloudy day. Ask suppliers about the run time you can expect.
Solar Flood Lights by province and city
- Johannesburg
- Pretoria
- Centurion
- Midrand
- Sandton
- Randburg
- Roodepoort
- Krugersdorp
- Randfontein
- Germiston
- Boksburg
- Benoni
- Kempton Park
- Alberton
- Vanderbijlpark
- Vereeniging
- eMalahleni (Witbank)
- Middelburg
- Secunda
- Mbombela (Nelspruit)
- Rustenburg
- Brits
- Klerksdorp
- Potchefstroom
- Polokwane
- Tzaneen
- Lephalale
- Kimberley
- Kathu
- Upington
- Bloemfontein
- Welkom
- Sasolburg
- Durban
- Pinetown
- Pietermaritzburg
- Richards Bay
- Newcastle
- Ladysmith
- Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
- East London
- Kariega (Uitenhage)
- Cape Town
- Bellville
- Paarl
- Stellenbosch
- George
- Worcester
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