Adding solar backlit house address sign to your home isn’t just a way to boost its curb appeal—it’s also a step toward sustainability. These eco-friendly address markers ensure that your home is easily visible, day or night, without the need for electrical wiring or increased energy bills. Here’s how you can install solar house address sign easily and effectively.

Why Choose Solar House Address Signs?

 

Solar house address signs are powered by the sun, making them an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional lighting. They come equipped with LEDs that are illuminated by stored solar energy, ensuring your address is visible even after sundown. Most units feature a dusk-to-dawn sensor that automatically turns the lights on when it gets dark and off when the sun rises, providing convenience and energy efficiency. 

Before you start,

 

Safety Information

 

Electric Safety: Always turn off the power at the source before starting installation to prevent electrical shock.

Handling: Wear protective gloves to handle materials safely and avoid potential injury.

Installation Safety: Use the correct tools and methods as specified to ensure secure installation.

 

Package Contents

 

• 1 x Custom House Address Sign(s)
• Threaded Studs (Plastic and Metal)
• 1 x 24V Solar Panel or 1 x 24V Transformer
• Remote Control and Mounting Parts for the Solar Panel

Tools and Materials Needed

 

Before you begin the installation, make sure you have all the necessary tools and materials:

 

• Marker or Pencil: For marking drill holes.
• Waterproof Electrical Tape
• Drill with 5mm & 10mm Drill Heads: For making holes for mounting and cable routing.
• Level or Tape Measure: To ensure alignment and even placement.
• Wire Cutter/Stripper: For preparing electrical connections.
• Anchor Bolts (if necessary): Depending on the type of exterior wall surface.
• Block of Wood and Rubber Mallet (optional): For securing the sign flush against the wall.
• Silicone Glue (optional): For additional securing of the sign.

Choose the Right Location

 

Select a spot that receives ample sunlight throughout the day. Avoid placing your solar backlit house address sign under shaded areas like large trees or building overhangs. The solar panel needs exposure to sunlight to charge effectively.

Additionally, consider the placement of other light sources nearby. The solar panel features a dusk-to-dawn sensor that automatically turns the lights on and off based on ambient light levels. If there is another lighting fixture close to the solar panel, the sensor may detect its brightness and mistakenly prevent the solar panel from turning on automatically.

Choose a location where external light sources do not directly influence the sensor to ensure optimal functionality of your backlit house address sign.

Installation Steps Straight Onto a Wall/Pillar

 

1: Unboxing: Remove all contents carefully. Place the sign on a soft cloth to avoid scratches.

2: Cleaning the Surface: Clean the wall or pillar where the address sign will be mounted.

3: Marking for Drill Holes: Use a marker to mark through the template where the threaded rods and cable will go. Drill holes at the marked spots—5mm for the rods, 10mm for the cable.

 

 

5: Attaching the Sign: Apply silicone glue into the drilled rod holes if desired, or insert the plastic anchors into the holes and then insert the rods. Route the electrical cable through the 10mm hole.

  

Connecting to Solar Power Source

 

1: Preparing Wires: Cut wires to the needed length, ensuring enough slack for connections, and strip ½ inch of insulation from each end.

2: Identifying Wires:  For the address signs, the red/grey wire is positive, and the white wire is negative; if the solar panel extension wire are unmarked, identify them by their texture: the ribbed wire is positive, and the smooth wire is negative.

 

 

3: Making Connections: Connect all red/grey wires to the positive terminal and all white wires to the negative terminal. Use waterproof electrical tape to securely insulate the connection.

4: Installing the Solar Panel: Position the solar panel stake in a location that receives direct sunlight for optimal charging. Connect the address sign wires to the panel according to the provided connectors.

5: Connect and Test: Once mounted, let the solar panel charge for a few hours. At dusk, observe the lights to ensure they turn on automatically. If they do not, check to make sure the panel is in a sunny location and that nothing is obstructing the solar cells during the day.

 

Solar Panel and Remote Control Features

 

Our solar panel is equipped with a dusk-to-dawn sensor that automatically turns the address sign on when it gets dark, providing hassle-free operation and energy efficiency.

You can use the solar panel stake to place it on the ground, or you can also mount it to the wall with the mounting hardware included in the package.

 

 

The solar panel itself has two buttons: one to turn the panel on or off and another for mode selection. The mode selection button allows you to change the lighting scenarios, including SOS and blinking modes, which can attract more attention to your address. Furthermore, our solar panel is equipped with a Type-C charging port and comes with a Type-C charging cable. This feature is especially useful during cloudy weather, allowing you to charge your solar panel directly to ensure continuous operation.

 

 

Our solar panel comes with a remote control, allowing you to easily manage its features. With the remote, you can turn the panel on and off, choose from four different lighting scenarios, adjust the brightness, and even set a timer for its operation.