Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Install and Review

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  • @codya5696
    @codya5696 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just finished mine. I ended up cutting and splicing the cables to make a more custom fit. My roof line is a bit unique so I ended up having to do 7 cuts total. Just get 22awg 3 pin cable, some waterproof connectors and heat shrink. I can confirm cutting and splicing works and it’s pretty easy. I bought a 150 foot kit. Ended up having to cut back some of my extensions, as my last 3 lights wouldn’t work. Once I trimmed some of the slack, all lights work great. I got quoted $2600 for a company to put this same kit up. It cost me about $500 with the kit and all other supplies to splice

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice!! I didn’t have the confidence to snip the wires, but glad it’s an option. We are loving the lights so far and now want to do the rest of the house. Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @88krazie
      @88krazie ปีที่แล้ว

      Cody, do you have a video on how you sliced the wires and what you used?

    • @codya5696
      @codya5696 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@88krazie I do not have a video but “Chris Maher” has a video on TH-cam demonstrating and testing different ways. Reddit also has a lot of people with their experiences.
      I used 22awg 3 pin white LED extension cable off Amazon, also used solder weatherproof wire connectors and extra heat shrink to provide extra weatherproofing.
      I found that you can cut anywhere, I actually started my install with 1 LED and a cut and about a 1.5 foot extension to the rest of the lights and up to the peak on my roof. I had about 7 cuts total and have zero issues. Just be mindful of how long your run is. When I finished up the last 3 LEDs were not working. I went back and shortened the slack of a few places where I spliced and everything works great now.
      Also be mindful of the direction the cables are going. On the Govee cables 1 side will have gray writing, make sure that is connected to the same wires. The extension cable I had had writing on one side as well so I just made sure I match them up. You can also mark with a marker if needed.
      It’s super easy, i am by no means an expert but I learned everything I needed to from that TH-cam video and Reddit. If I can do it, anybody can. Just take your time.
      To ease my nerves about cutting such a high priced item, I actually purchased a single extension that I tested everything out on first. I figured if it doesn’t work, I’m only out $50 instead of the price of the full kit.
      Shoot me a message if you have any questions, I’d be happy to share my experiences

    • @88krazie
      @88krazie ปีที่แล้ว

      @@codya5696 Thanks Cody, I'll check out your link recommendations.

    • @Danjr704
      @Danjr704 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mighty_maxwell this was helpful for extending:
      th-cam.com/video/b2Pc0BzKIk8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=EVs3B66rijYaZG9A

  • @vickomf1
    @vickomf1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I installed the pro version over the weekend and I used a piece of cardboard as a spacer from the wall to mount the light, to make sure I always have the same distance to the wall. No need to measure for every single light.

    • @tufaznail
      @tufaznail 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      you should become a pro installer. you are incredible.

  • @davidhutchins7925
    @davidhutchins7925 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are all pretty cool. I admit, I'm using them on my house too. But my question is, what happens when it comes time to paint your house. I'm a paint contractor and it will take a lot of time to mask off each one of those individual lights when you paint your house, just saying!

  • @Mr4drteggy
    @Mr4drteggy ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Will be putting mine up today. The way you started from the attic is exactly how I’ll be starting.

  • @r7boatguy
    @r7boatguy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best to play around with the mounting distance before installing. I have the edge of my lights at roughly 4" from the house, which is fine but maybe a bit too far. Luckily my house is a ranch, so I can easily change them. I have an extra strand coming today and will play around with mounting that closer to the house. Also, look carefully where your soffit vents are, since you really want to avoid mounting on them (which I had to do). It works, but it's tricky to get that light lined up so it shines symmetrically with the others. If you can avoid the vents, that is ideal.

    • @derek-s-e5f
      @derek-s-e5f 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you have the Pro version? They are twice the lumen of the regular version, so I was hoping I could mount them 12 inches away from the wall so they rest against the outer edge of the soffet.

    • @r7boatguy
      @r7boatguy 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@derek-s-e5f No, I only have the regular version. Not sure I would want twice the lumens, these are very bright. My house, too, is a ranch. I guess if you want to use them also as downlights, brighter might be worthwhile. The distance from the house is not really about the brightness, it is about the shape of the cone that is formed by the lens. Too far away and the cone is too small.

  • @Rumeel12708
    @Rumeel12708 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is awesome!!! But I think I am going to buy Eufy's version!!!!! I can sync it to my existing cameras and have it react when it detects certain people (me, family, strangers) and have a different light effect. These kits are the finished version of WLED strips! Pretty awesome!

  • @williamtaft719
    @williamtaft719 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How long is the distance between the power plug and the first LED light (with the power supply and controller in between)?

  • @pulhey67
    @pulhey67 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I noticed those lights in the front that you installed closer to the wall stand out the most and looked amazing. Do you know may inches from the wall are they?
    Thank you

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Those were installed about three to four inches from the wall. Thanks for watching!

  • @efthimios
    @efthimios 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have 200 feet and was quotes $1000 to install $700 Govee pro , was quoted $4500 for
    Trim light- I can’take up my mind but leaning towards Govee

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Does the $1000 include the lights or you have to pay for the lights on top of the $1000? If the latter, $1000 extremely expensive for what I found to be a very manageable DIY install. I am no electrician or expert installer and found this relatively easy. Hardest part will be getting to hard to reach places. But if you have the right equipment and feel comfortable, I think it’s worth saving the money. However if you’re saying it’s only $300 for someone to install, that may be worth not having to hassle with it/ not risk falling off your roof. Best of luck and thanks for watching!

  • @virtually_jara
    @virtually_jara 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is a great video but the music is so distracting. I highly suggest bringing the volume way down or just removing it.

  • @derek-s-e5f
    @derek-s-e5f 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you play around with mounting them further away from the wall of the house? The pro version is twice the lumens of the standard, so I was hoping to mount them to the outer edge of the soffet (12 inches from the home wall).

  • @danthefisherman4793
    @danthefisherman4793 ปีที่แล้ว

    Max... Great video... I just ordered the 100 ft kit and am starting to think about layout.. I cannot find on the web the distance from center to center of the lights and the distance from the center of the two end lights to the end of the string connectors... Also, your box stated the string was 16.67 ft but Govee's sight says 16.4 ft... Any help from anyone would be greatly appreciated... Happy Holidays!

    • @macatkniu
      @macatkniu ปีที่แล้ว

      16.5" from center to center. There are 12 lights on each strand.

  • @RossK1988
    @RossK1988 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. But damn that ladder on the roof pic made me nervous haha. Good stuff man

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      Believe me, I was nervous up there. Thanks for watching!

    • @brandoneilbert9269
      @brandoneilbert9269 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We have the same pitch on our second story and no idea how else we would reach it except doing what you did. Any other tips?

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@brandoneilbert9269 Just make sure you have someone else at the base as a counterweight so that the ladder doesn't kick out. Once you're up there it's not actually too bad, but still dangerous if you lose balance to be careful. Also having the clips with screws pre-drilled in, so you aren't fumbling with hardware helps a lot. Thanks for watching!

    • @brandoneilbert9269
      @brandoneilbert9269 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mighty_maxwell thanks man!! Our house is almost the same as yours, just not sure how long to get. Thinking about the 150 foot strand but I know we'll need a couple of extensions wires for the jumps in levels and multiple pitches. Sucks they don't sell the extensions.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@brandoneilbert9269 So i had a 100 ft kit plus one additional 15 ft extension. In retrospect, probably would have just gone for the full 150 from the start, given that the cost was pretty close after buying the extension. If your house is similar size to mine, 150 ft would be plenty for a similar run. As for going beyond 150, Govee actually recommends against adding extensions beyond that as the power isn't enough to adequate run that long of a run. You are better off getting another completely separate kit, unless you want to experiment with wiring in a power injector. So depending on what you are trying to do, 2 100 ft kits for example might be the move. Good luck!!

  • @CBH85
    @CBH85 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd get white electrical tape and completely wrap the unused lights so at least the light isn't visible, just the light head itself.

  • @phillybrc
    @phillybrc ปีที่แล้ว

    My problem is the on/off button. If you need to get to it, attic access is needed? LIke, in a power outage...will it automatically power up again? Thx

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My power went out the other day and I did not have to go back up and use that switch. So far it’s only been used for the initial sync to my phone. Now you still need it accessible since if you were to change your wifi, I am pretty sure you would have to use it again, but since that is a rare if ever occurrence, being in an inconvenient spot like the attic wasn’t an issue for me. Make sure you sync your phone before installing up there though! Thanks for watching!

  • @SuperGoatTV
    @SuperGoatTV 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please don't hate me, but due to an Amazon mistake, I received a 150ft set of Govee lights plus 12 solar mini pre-lit Christmas trees for the yard and 50 mini purple butterfly gift soaps which I received instead of my deer and red sleigh ($59 on sale) that I ordered. Unfortunately, my item is now sold out, so they refunded my purchase, and they said I could keep the items I received by mistake as a gift for the inconvenience. I looked them up on Amazon, and all together, they're over $600.00 in value. LOL
    Anyway I'm thinking about keeping them instead of trying to sell them so I wanted to ask if you have any other tips to secure the wire so they stay attached longer as it doesn't seem like they provide enough clips also I have a couple of triangle areas overlapping so any measuring tips you can suggest? Thank you.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A co-worker of mine who has these actually had the issue of the 3M not working on the coating on his soffit, so he had to use clips at every light. I recommended that he just used any flush outdoor wire clip. I'll link something you could use below, but there are a ton of options so check out similar brackets to see what fits your mounting location. This should do the trick for what you described. Thanks for watching!
      www.amazon.com/Mounting-Brackets-Waterproof-Outdoor-100PACK/dp/B08CSTJJBB/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=25I0JCZ1LM9C5&keywords=outdoor+light+brackets&qid=1703864939&sprefix=outdoor+light+brackets%252Caps%252C80&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=mightymax06-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=1628f88c1e01f58353a05e57fa3243ff&camp=1789&creative=9325

  • @paulmaestas8709
    @paulmaestas8709 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im stuck between finish installing the Govee RGBIC 1st generation outdoor lights, or take them down and return them for the Govee PRO ones. Im just not sure if I want to spend the extra $400 for the PRO ones. Is it worth it??

  • @7D9Z28
    @7D9Z28 ปีที่แล้ว

    You just saved me from not having the proper stuff. Do you have a link for the screws you used? I have the same soffits. Great job by the way.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t have an exact link since I had a few kits laying around that I picked though, but they were similar to the link below. I just grabbed a handful out that I could drill into both the hole in the clip and into the soffit hole. Ended up using a variety of sizes.
      a.co/d/9VdKOwV

  • @notbabyrodney7040
    @notbabyrodney7040 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The pro actually can be cut and spliced, you got the old version

  • @SimpleMeFPV
    @SimpleMeFPV 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How did you install the lights on the peak above your porch? Latter on roof?

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes I had a ladder angled on the roof and had my brother hold it in place. Not necessarily the safest method or one that I would recommend, but I’d didn’t have a ladder long enough to reach from the ground. Thanks for watching.

    • @SimpleMeFPV
      @SimpleMeFPV 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mighty_maxwell thx 4 the quick response and sharing your experience

  • @Zubairkhan-hv9yo
    @Zubairkhan-hv9yo 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the distance between the lights on the strand? Thanks.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      A 100 foot strand comes with 72 lights so that’s roughly a light every 1.4 feet. Thanks for watching!

  • @DevilDocPlays
    @DevilDocPlays ปีที่แล้ว

    I just put mine up and also put them closer to my edge rather than the wall. But I'm debating on trying to move them back closer. Not sure if the adhesive would hold up after that tho.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had to reset a few during install and had to either use a backup 3M sticker or put a clip near the light for added reinforcement. If you are doing a complete reinstall though you’ll likely need more extra stickers than the kit provides. You can always go directly to 3M to get similar size and quality stick on. Even if the sizing is off you can cut them down. Best of luck and thanks for watching!

    • @DevilDocPlays
      @DevilDocPlays ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mighty_maxwell I was able to move then carefully and reinstall no problem. 3M was still very sticky. They look so much better closer to the wall.

    • @aliciaanderson3039
      @aliciaanderson3039 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awww I’m bummed my husband had to put them far away cuz we have stucco I like the curtain affect

    • @derek-s-e5f
      @derek-s-e5f 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How many inches away from the wall did you original do and how far did you move them? I was hoping the pro version would allow you to move further away from the wall for more ambient light.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@derek-s-e5f ~8-10 inches on most of the house, except for above the porch where i was closer to 3-4 inches. I did a single run of lights at the 8-10 inch position, waited until dark to see what it looked like and make sure I liked the effect. Once I confirmed it was good, I did the rest.
      You'll notice the biggest impact is that the further away from the house you are, the longer the shadow will be before the color light actually hits the house. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

  • @LorisPilot
    @LorisPilot ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't know if you can answer this question, does Sams Club sell them all year long. I liked you video and you posed the same issues I will ne running into. I read that they have a lit coming out they can be spliced and also they have different color wire coming also. I have the model number but cant source them yet.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure if Sams sells year round, but Govee did just launch their Black Friday deals which has the 100 ft kit selling for $199.99 direct from their site. Best deal I’ve seen on the product in the last 6 months. If you are looking to buy multiple sets now is a good time to buy. Thanks for watching!

  • @edwardmadrigal2247
    @edwardmadrigal2247 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't find a 12ft jump wire with no lights on it. I will have to jump a short space to get to the peak of my roof. All the jump wires I see have lights on them.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      My 100ft kit came with one. I know some of the other larger kits come with multiple, but Govee doesn’t sell them stand alone unfortunately. I watched one video on TH-cam where someone modified a 3 pin cable off Amazon to add additional jumps, but do so at your own risk since I can’t vouch for its effectiveness or if it will harm your existing hardware. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

  • @outbackwithtrevor9156
    @outbackwithtrevor9156 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice! I`m a Govee junkie myself

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah we are loving this setup! Thanks for watching!

  • @ccentner68
    @ccentner68 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can we get additional clips with screws? Or what do you all recommend?

  • @veepatel0101
    @veepatel0101 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I saw you installed the power cord in the attic, do you need to turn the power on manually or everything gets turned on and off thru the phone app?

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I only used the power button at install to sync the lights to my phone. From then on I have controlled the lights from my phone and have not had to go back into the attic. Thanks for watching!

  • @kountryjoe
    @kountryjoe ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you do y split. So from the power go left with a strand and then with another strand go right or it has to be one long connection

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      You can buy 3 pin splitters off Amazon if you wanted to try those out, but I can’t speak to the efficacy. I would imagine you could run into power draw issues. I think the Pro kit might come with splitters included if it’s a requirement for your setup, so you could always look into that kit’s options.

  • @MaryTillar
    @MaryTillar ปีที่แล้ว

    The lights look fabulous!

  • @OscarLopez-lt1th
    @OscarLopez-lt1th 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Should of bought the pro series

  • @metalhead9210
    @metalhead9210 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want these so bad But where would I get a jump wire for the peak of my roof?

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      I know the 150ft pro pack comes with 3 of those extensions and I think the 150 standard one might come with 2 versus the 1 mine came with. I have seen videos of people buying third party cords off Amazon and making them work, but I can’t vouch for that personally. Search for 3 pin extension cords. Good luck and thanks for watching!

    • @metalhead9210
      @metalhead9210 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mighty_maxwell thanks dude the lights look awesome

  • @kekoasantiago5449
    @kekoasantiago5449 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did the kit come with the jump wire? I do not see it offered on the Govee site.

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      My 100ft kit came with one. Thanks for watching!

  • @sal6830
    @sal6830 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you add multiple 12ft cable extensions if needed?

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In theory yes. I believe the 150 ft Pro kit actually comes with 3 of those. I would however be cautious because after 150 ft you are going to see diminished quality in the lights due to power needs. You could always wire in a power injector in that case, but personally would consider a separate kit/run at that point. Again Govee doesn’t sell the extensions stand alone at this point. Thanks for watching!

    • @sal6830
      @sal6830 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mighty_maxwell appreciate the reply

    • @outbackwithtrevor9156
      @outbackwithtrevor9156 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is recommended that the total length after adding extension lights SHOULD NOT EXCEED 150 feet!

  • @iamjoachim2542
    @iamjoachim2542 ปีที่แล้ว

    darn it…they’re out of stock..hope they restock in time for next year’s holiday LOL

    • @mighty_maxwell
      @mighty_maxwell  ปีที่แล้ว

      Govee did some pretty solid discounts around Halloween on their direct site, making it comparable to the Sams Club price. You might see something similar on Black Friday if you get it directly from them. Good luck and thanks for watching!

    • @rc20202
      @rc20202 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amazon and Govee both on sale now for $199, 100 ft.

  • @jasonrushing4032
    @jasonrushing4032 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your soffit isn’t aluminum it’s vinyl , your fascia is aluminum

  • @mcallister167
    @mcallister167 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you can cut it