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Protect our Coast: Sea Turtle Friendly Lighting Installation

Living on the Brunswick County coast is a privilege, and with it comes a responsibility to protect our local wildlife. From May 1st to October 31st, bright, white lights on oceanfront properties can disorient sea turtle hatchlings, leading them away from the ocean. At WaveRider Electric & Automation, we provide expert Sea Turtle Friendly Lighting solutions that keep our beaches safe for turtles while ensuring your property remains beautiful and secure. As a local Bolivia resident and surfer, I’m passionate about preserving our coastline for future generations.

Understanding Local Lighting Ordinances

Towns like Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, and Sunset Beach have specific rules about beachfront lighting during nesting season. Failure to comply can result in fines. We are experts in these local ordinances and work with organizations like the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue to stay up-to-date on the latest best practices. We’ll make sure your property is 100% compliant, so you can avoid penalties and be a good steward of our coastal environment.

Our Turtle-Safe Lighting Solutions

We offer a range of services to bring your property into compliance, from simple retrofits to complete outdoor lighting designs.

  • Amber LED Retrofits: The easiest way to comply is by replacing white bulbs with long-wavelength amber or red LEDs. We can assess your existing fixtures and swap them out for certified, turtle-safe bulbs.

  • Shielded Fixture Installation: We install downward-facing, shielded fixtures that direct light where you need it—on your decks and pathways—and away from the beach.

  • Motion Sensors and Timers: For security lighting, we can install motion sensors and timers so lights are only on when necessary, further reducing their impact on the environment.

  • New Construction Lighting Design: Building a new home? We can design a fully compliant and beautiful landscape lighting system from the ground up.

Expertise in Coastal Electrical Systems

Beyond just the lights, we are licensed electrical engineers who understand the challenges of coastal installations. All our work uses marine-grade materials and corrosion-resistant techniques to protect your investment from the harsh salt air. We ensure every connection is secure and every fixture is built to last, season after season.

Serving all Brunswick county beaches

We are proud to offer certified sea turtle friendly lighting installation for oceanfront properties in the following communities:

Don’t wait until nesting season starts. Contact WaveRider Electric today for a lighting compliance audit and protect our local sea turtles.

Also serving Bald Head Island, Kure Beach, Carolina Beach, and Wrightsville Beach.