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Question: Should you leave your outdoor lights on all the time?
A. Yes
B. No
The answer is 'No': Leaving your landscaping lights on all the time will increase your electric bill, create light pollution, and disturb local wildlife, insects, and pets, including fish in small backyard ponds. Too much artificial light can also obscure your view of the stars, and if lights are shining on the house, they can disrupt your sleep. See what other mistakes you may be making with your outdoor lights.
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