Luckily when we attached it there was no problem. We also attached it when the weather was very cold. I remembered that I couldn't stay outside longer because it was so cold that day,so from time to time I went inside the house to warm up.
@flytheskymyway
6 ай бұрын
I would’ve loved to seen your wife’s reaction.
@natejackson8892
9 ай бұрын
Great video!! I’m installing mine next weekend and came here to get info. Definitely answered all my questions and same concerns. Feeling much better and confident that it’ll go well and look great ! My daughter wants the follow up video of your wife’s reaction. 😂
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Great to hear! Thats what I was aiming for! Not sure if my wife would appreciate a video but I haven’t ruled it out yet. Haha She just got home, tonight is the big reveal! She has no idea yet. :)
@Cbv1914
9 ай бұрын
Just bought mine today. Thanks for the review. I’m super excited to get my hands on mine!
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! Hope you like them as much as I do!
@JRMcDowell
7 ай бұрын
You have one light above the garage that came on early and popped on a different color than the rest toward the end of your video... not sure anyone mentioned it to you. I plan to do these this year, we live out in the country and I like the idea of the lights both for a holiday and for a security safety setting. Thanks for your video... I was concerned about the cutting of the cables to fit our application, but you helped ease that concern, so again thanks!
@bennieaust
7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! That light you saw come on was a security camera.
@gue3bara
9 ай бұрын
I am installing mine next week and this video definitely helped
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Great to hear! Best of luck with the installation!!
@valdeslo1
9 ай бұрын
Yo, I just got my set yesterday. Am planning out the layout today and will start in a bit. Great vid!!! Regarding your power supply outlet next to you door. I am using a weather proof outlet connection box. Take a look as may be a short term solution until you install as permanent outlet in soffit. Cheers!
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip! I will look in to it. Best of luck with your install!!
@TheMrclean2006
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I just got mine this week and excited to get them installed.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching and best of luck with your install!
@TheMrclean2006
9 ай бұрын
Did you have issues when you drilled in the screw supplied into your siding? I have the exact same siding as you do and I'm having trouble. Looks like you didn't.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@TheMrclean2006 I used a driver and put decent pressure on it to start the screw, then it went right in. If you are doing it by hand, it will be very difficult.
@ab221983
8 ай бұрын
Love the video! Thanks i really need to see it on a very short eave (window) and looks great
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! I wasn’t sure how that was going to look either but it turned out great!
@quitepossiblylucky
9 ай бұрын
They're so pretty! My order gets here tomorrow or Tuesday. Unfortunately, I'm going to need to hire someone to come install them for me because I don't have a ladder, nor any other equipment, plus, I can't do heights 😂
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
The great thing is that you only have to get it done once! Hope you are as happy as I am with the new lights!
@kingofslotsmillion3263
9 ай бұрын
I installed patio lights and they look just as cool for a fraction of the price. They look like big old-school bulbs
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
We have something that sounds similar on our deck. They look very cool with old fashion looking LED bulbs. Ours are not multi color or anything fancy, but they are great for the deck.
@kingofslotsmillion3263
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust I forgot to say your house looks amazing 👏 😍 👌
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@kingofslotsmillion3263 Thanks! I appreciate it!
@coolguy24eric
9 ай бұрын
A key thing with lighting is always hit the peaks.
@JMAX79
9 ай бұрын
Can you elaborate?
@coolguy24eric
9 ай бұрын
@@JMAX79 on hitting the peaks? It means just that
@WhitePOWERranger1
7 ай бұрын
Peak peak baby
@Darrylx444
9 ай бұрын
Looks good. You could probably find some vinyl J-channel or plastic wiring raceway to match the size of the pucks above your triple window, to better hide them during the day.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
That’s a great suggestion. That’s the one spot I’m not thrilled with.
@daner1877
9 ай бұрын
looks great, just ordered!
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Hopefully you'll like them as much as we do!
@KuittheGeek
9 ай бұрын
I really like this idea and I might just pick up a set myself. I just got a quote the other day for ~$4k for professional installation and I would definitely rather DIY it myself. It looks like it turned out great.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
It did turn out great. And if you’re trying to beat $4k, then this is a total win! Plan on spending a solid afternoon on it (depending on your house and the size kit you install).
@demiliomccarthy5189
9 ай бұрын
You can turn individual lights off also. So you can turn that one light off instead of covering it with white tape.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
It actually is working great with those lights on, but I can individually turn lights on and off. I’m not sure if I can do that while running the pre programmed scenes. I’ll have to do some experimenting!
@joseluisperezjr3285
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaustyou can't
@jeffjacoby3039
8 ай бұрын
Looks like you have one light acting different on your lower section of the garage about 4 or 5 up from the bottom. Looks like it goes bright white in stead of the warm. I don't know if you noticed it in your video. They are cool. I am looking into them. Thanks for your video.
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
Hey Jeff, that’s actually a motion detector light on a security camera. I tied to not activate it but didn’t entirely succeed.
@scotthorton1024
6 ай бұрын
Great video. Quick question, what’s the round thing on the bottom left in the garage door.
@bennieaust
6 ай бұрын
Thanks! It’s a water closet flange. I’m misusing it as an exhaust vent though. :) I have a hose that connects to the vehicle exhaust and exits though that hole if I need to have a vehicle running in the closed garage (I work on cars).
@Seven7ails
9 ай бұрын
Good job Bennie! I have a 3800 sq ft 2 story home and not as skilled as you but my gluteus will try to do it brother 😂
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Best of luck with the installation! It helps knowing it's only once. :)
@IslandDigital
9 ай бұрын
I’m sorry , I missed it. How many inches did you install them from the wall ? Thanks
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
No worries. :) Govee recommends 2-4”. I did 2”
@rosie684
9 ай бұрын
I love govee products. I don't have these yet but all in all I have 16 devices now
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
There is a very god chance I will end up with more. :)
@GlennRichardson
9 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks for taking the time to make and upload it. I may have missed it, but how many power outlets did you need for rhe 150ft? Is it 1 power brick for every 3 strands (9 strands, 3 power bricks)?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! The Govee power supply can support up to 150", so this kit is maxing it out, but running on one power supply. I believe consumption is about 42 Watts, so pretty low.
@GlennRichardson
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust That's great. Thanks. I only need 100ft! I think it's a bit late in the year to be thinking about it now, but it's a great project for me in the summer!
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@GlennRichardson You're welcome! Yeah, if you missed it this year there is always next spring or summer. I'm already looking for excuses to use them, so no need to wait until this time next year. :)
@tylerrichardson2380
9 ай бұрын
@@GlennRichardson They have a great sale on them now even if you don’t install them until next year.
@coachericfitness7291
9 ай бұрын
Is this all ran from one outlet? How did you go from the top peak down to the bottom peak? Extension down behind the trim and start back up from the bottom of the lower peak?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Yes, it’s all from one outlet. I believe power consumption is around 43 watts, so it’s very low. I used the extensions provided with the kit to jump from the top eve to the bottom eve. I had a relatively easy house to work with. There could be much more complicated installs with multiple extensions needed.
@marcosramirez6248
9 ай бұрын
Very cool and helpfull....question do you know what are the meassurements of each light....i know they look square but any idea of thickness of each light?? Thanks....
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
They are about 1.25”x1.25” and are .75” thick.
@marcosramirez6248
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust thanks....
@Sithbanks87
3 ай бұрын
Can you connect extra lights if you run out of light space?
@bennieaust
3 ай бұрын
You can have up to 150’ per controller. If you have a 150’ string you will have to add a second controller but if you started with a 50’ string you can add up to 100’ more.
@frankybarra854
9 ай бұрын
Looks good! I get mine this week. But why don't you have gutters?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I don’t have gutters because my lot is graded well and I don’t have water problems.
@jinxit5360
9 ай бұрын
Cool lights!!💯 I wonder if it looks good underneath the gutter... since my house underside suffite its all stucco🤔 or will it stick to the gutter🤔.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I bet they'd look cool on stucco. As long as you clean the spot you are going to stick them, I don't see a problem with a gutter.
@MamaOwlbear
9 ай бұрын
I just got these, 100ft for $200 with the black friday sale. I looked into other lights and it would be thousands.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
It’s hard to argue with the Black Friday pricing!!
@amyralph2835
9 ай бұрын
Me too! Mine arrive tomorrow 😊
@HeavyWeightHank
9 ай бұрын
Add the clips to the areas where the lights arent flat
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I purposely did because I really want to give the adhesive a good test.
@CarlosAlvarez-hw1je
9 ай бұрын
I installed mine yesterday. I used a staple gun to put staples on both sides of each light. I live in Phoenix, so I dont trust the adhesive to hold over the summer.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Great tip! Here in Minnesota I’m concerned with the adhesive holding up in the cold. I have been very impressed with the 3M VHB stuff though so I’m not too worried.
@Thisjustinn
9 ай бұрын
what size staples did you use for this?
@talkingtinkerbelle959
7 ай бұрын
I have several govee outdoor lighting systems, the bulbs and fairy lights which have instructions to keep the control box dry, it's not waterproof. Did you get yours in a area where it's protected from the elements? I am getting ready to put up my next new purchase and setting up the electric is the most difficult thing.
@bennieaust
7 ай бұрын
I did. They are up in the soffits. I think even if you just had them under the soffits (out of the rain) they would be fine, but mine are actually up in the soffits. Everything has been great so far.
@talkingtinkerbelle959
7 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust I I'm going to make sure that they are either put in a plastic box waterproof even if they are up underneath the soffits. It seems the fairy lights the biggest complaint is issues with them shorting out. I figure if I do my best to make sure there is absolutely no water getting to the control box and or the plug itself will be okay. I do have access to the three Season room it just sucks having to get into the one corner but it's doable I appreciate your video it always helps me to figure out what I need to do
@bennieaust
7 ай бұрын
@@talkingtinkerbelle959 You're welcome! l always watch several videos to put together a plan with what I think is the best ideas from everyone. I'm just trying to add to the ideas!!
@robinsquires5621
8 ай бұрын
I am installing mine tomorrow. Just curious as I have the same eves where you make the jump you have one on its side. You mentioned that you may cover it in tape. Just curious if your thoughts on it now. Did you cover it or leave it alone. If so how does it look.
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
I didn’t cover any. It looks great with them all lit. And it’s easy!
@lfzhu586
8 ай бұрын
How far did you place your light away from the wall?
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
2”
@user-vj4pe8iz8t
9 ай бұрын
I have like an 18” jump from my house to my garage. How can I continue the lights? I now you mentioned covering with white vinyl tape, but just curious.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I would shorten one of the 12’ extensions down to 18” if that’s the only jump you have.
@AliExplores13
9 ай бұрын
I want to get this so bad but I want the pro version! It’s all sold out which is a bummer
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I research the pro version a little. There are a couple reasons to go with the pro version. I think the 2 big ones are that you can get them in black (which obviously I didn’t need) and they (may) have a better white light since they in fact have a white LED as well. I’m happy with the white light mine produce, so I’m happy with my decision. Also I don’t believe the pro version is available in the 150’ length that I needed. Best of luck with the search!
@TRYXK
9 ай бұрын
Govee website has the 100ft for 199 and the 150 for 299
@Darrylx444
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust The Pro version also has double the lumens per light (per Govee specs anyway), but they are spaced a bit further apart than the original. The wires are smaller but the pucks are a little bigger, giving more sticker area. Also comes with several extension cords and some simple weatherproof splice connectors. More money though, and less variety in kit lengths so far.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@Darrylx444they definitely made some nice improvements to the pro version. Side by side I may feel they would be better but seeing how this kit is working makes me very happy with my decision.
@typicalc
9 ай бұрын
Well? What did your wife think???
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
She loves them, and she was very surprised!! Huge success!
@stephengreenberg3261
9 ай бұрын
Looking to get these as well. Are you able to control individual lights with the package you bought that is similar to the pro package? Just trying to figure out if it is worth spending the extra money for the pro
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Yes, instead of selecting one of the preprogrammed scenes, you can select "color", then pick a background color. Then you can individually select each light and assign a second color to those lights. You can also choose to have that second color scroll across the string and even choose how fast it scrolls. There is a lot of individual control. You can't pick a different color for each light though.
@reggievision
8 ай бұрын
Did you have to pay for the premium in order to access all those scenes? It seems like every time I try to select a scene it takes me to the premium page 21:58 just received it kit today and haven’t finished installing.
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
I didn’t. I haven’t seen that message pop up at all. Everything I’ve done with the app has been free.
@reggievision
8 ай бұрын
My bad just discovered in my haste after searching the App Store for Govee I installed the first one that came up. Apparently it’s a third-party app that works with the Govee permanent Outdoor lights getting ready to try the Govee Home right now.
@PMPerformance
8 ай бұрын
So they say these will not do a soft white, but at the end, these look pretty damn close to Your inside lamp that looks to be soft white. Was that a preset color, or did you need to really tweak to achieve that color? Turned out great!
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
Thanks! The Govee Pro version is supposed to be way better for soft white. I was a little worried because I plan on using them for regular accent lighting in other seasons. As it turns out they are very adjustable and can cast a very soft white looking light. IMHO, this would not be a reason to spend the extra money on the pro version. Side note: I’m going to make an update video and I will include a blurb on the soft white. I also added a 50’ string to my shed. :)
@PMPerformance
8 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust wish I saw this response before Sunday. I just purchased the 200’ pro version as soon as a set popped into stock solely over the soft white need for the other 95% use case.
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
@@PMPerformance, good good news is that I’m sure you’ll be very happy with them. The non pro would have probably done the trick though.
@PMPerformance
8 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust thankfully I snagged the 200’ pros on a killer deal at Costco for $499. So the sting is a little less considering the 150’ non pro’s are $449.
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
@@PMPerformance that was a great buy!
@ashleymorris1053
9 ай бұрын
Hi! How many inches away from the house did you place each light
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
2”
@jenniferfernandez8086
6 ай бұрын
Do you notice any voltage difference or light difference on the last strand?
@bennieaust
6 ай бұрын
I didn't test for voltage or anything, but visually there is no difference at either end.
@jenniferfernandez8086
4 ай бұрын
I purchased one but the controller box doesn’t light up now after i tried to run the wire drilling hole inside out the house. The power supply lights up though. Will splicing the wires together do the job or should I buy another controller box? What would you recommend
@bennieaust
4 ай бұрын
@@jenniferfernandez8086 I'm not sure I understand what's going on. Did you damage the wires or does the unit simply not work? If you damaged the wires I would definitely try splicing them back together, if the unit arrived not working I would contact the seller and try to exchange it. Hope that helps.
@jenniferfernandez8086
4 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust it was working when i tested initially but after trying to run the wires through my house, the three prongs within the connector of the controller seemed to be bent so i just tried to align them. Im not sure it was due to that reason or if the wire inside got damaged.
@bennieaust
4 ай бұрын
@@jenniferfernandez8086 If you didn't cause any visual damage to it I would probably start with seeing if they will exchange it for you.
@onewhoserves8264
9 ай бұрын
Did you mention which size you bought?
@onewhoserves8264
9 ай бұрын
never mind... I just heard you say 150ft.... thanks lol
@user-zg7le9dy1z
9 ай бұрын
Hey quick question, do they come in 50 ft bundles or 100 ft?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
They come in 50’, 100’ and 150’. I’ve got a link in the description, but I think a lot of them are sold out now. :(
@marcjensen6882
9 ай бұрын
Did u put both 12 foot jumps together to make that gap ?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
Yes, then I cut about 6' out of one extension, that was extra. That could definitely be left in there and coiled up somewhere, but I chose to remove it instead.
@jaredeaves7684
9 ай бұрын
You mentioned presets which are great, but can you do custom patterns? Like a green wash with a red chase running from one end to the other for Christmas? Also, do they sync with other systems and allow control from one spot/app?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I haven’t created any of my own scenes yet, but there appears to be a ton of control. I’m a little reluctant to get in to it because it seems like it will be time consuming, but the option is there. I’m still learning what all I can do with the Govee Home app. The lights also work with Alexa and google assistant. I haven’t experimented with that either. edit: I did just create a green wash with a red chase pretty easily on the Govee Home app. Tons of control on individual light, chase speed, brightness, ect.
@jaredeaves7684
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust awesome. Thanks for the quick reply! Follow up question, now that you mounted the recommended two inches, would you also recommend that distance or do you think three would give more of a spread between lightheads? I'm thinking four would probably wash out too much based on what I'm seeing.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@jaredeaves7684 Because I couldn't go any farther over the bay window area, 2 was perfect. It would be interesting to see it side by side with 3' or 4" spacing to get some perspective, but 2" worked out very well.
@WhitePOWERranger1
7 ай бұрын
Yea/no.
@danielroberts2958
9 ай бұрын
What's the distance between the lights themselves?
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I think it’s around 14”-16”
@jganna
9 ай бұрын
Does the extension cable come with the kit ? I have a double peak similar to yours.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
The 150’ kit I bought came with 2 extensions that were each 12’4” long.
@jganna
9 ай бұрын
Thank You! @@bennieaust
@stevenhundelt
9 ай бұрын
Do you know if you can have two extensions together should you have a 20/30ft gap
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@stevenhundelt yes, in testing I had both extensions together totaling 24'8" and everything worked great. with the install I cut about 6' off of one and it's working great that way as well.
@mambawatts
9 ай бұрын
How many feet did you use???
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
150’
@swkynard
9 ай бұрын
How did it cost you $450 when the product from Amazon was $299? Where is the other $150 go for? Thanks for the video after watching this I will make my decision on old school of installing/uninstalling my LEDs white lights. One of my main reasons for going your way, I have two knee replacements, the last two years my daughter installed my lights for me because I didn't feel safe on my roof/later with my new knees. I am an electrician and a DIYer but I am not getting any younger.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
The regular price on the 150’ kit is $449.99. That’s what I paid for them last week. Amazon has a “Black Friday” going on right now and they are on sale for $299.99. If you are leaning towards buying these, now is the time to buy!!! I put links in the description.
@swkynard
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust okay that makes sense, your video was very informative , thanks
@TheEjs012303
8 ай бұрын
Very informative video, thanks for creating !
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
@@TheEjs012303 You're welcome, thanks for watching!
@hateinyoureyes5864
8 ай бұрын
Plot twist, your wife’s Boyfriend already has Govee lights at his house
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
Gotta keep up with the younger boyfriend. 🤷
@killerrush77
9 ай бұрын
man, the regular ones are $100 off, making them half the price of the Pro's.......
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
They are a great deal right now. I paid $450 and now for Black Friday they are on sale for $300. Hard to argue with that!
@bicentennialbuck
9 ай бұрын
I like you and I like this video for the content but I feel like the intro part and unboxing to entirely too long that may be a little scripting would help keep it on point and not so verbose. Tell them what you're going to tell them then tell them then tell them what you told them. There is a guy that tests a lot of tools and he really gets to the point quickly and has a huge following. But I have to give you props I'm not making any videos just want to pass along what I like to watch.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I appreciate the feedback! I try to get to the point but I can definitely be long winded at times. Because of that I have been timestamping videos lately so you can skip to the good stuff. :)
@raphaelcamden9407
8 ай бұрын
Should have staggered your but splices, wouldnt look so bulky but looks great
@bennieaust
8 ай бұрын
Yeah, I totally could have. If I’m constrained by space or trying to neatly fit something in wire loom I usually do. Thanks for watching!
@valdeslo1
9 ай бұрын
Hey, Follow back up with your Wife's reaction please :)
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
I will! She gets home today!
@jsully4074
9 ай бұрын
Wish i was rich..
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
lol, me too. :) just spent all my money on a string of lights. lol
@jsully4074
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust 🤣 yeahh I want some but havin a hard time justifying the purchase without lots of proof of the lights longevity over multiple years in 4 season weather.
@bennieaust
9 ай бұрын
@@jsully4074 That's my concern as well. It's a lot of money any way you look at it, but if they last a long time it won't seem as bad.
@jsully4074
9 ай бұрын
@@bennieaust yeah definitely, if they last then it is well worth the investment.
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