Appreciation post: Finally got a tricky motion sensor to work right in a high ceiling lobby

Had a job last week at a small office building in Springfield. The main lobby has a 20 foot vaulted ceiling and the owner wanted a motion sensor up there. I was stuck between running a new wire for a hardwired unit or using a wireless one with a repeater. I went with the hardwired option, fishing the cable through a drop ceiling next to it. Took me most of a morning to get it done clean, but the range and response are perfect now. Anyone else have a go-to method for these high placement spots?

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caleb_gibson2d ago

Ever think about how the building's air flow up there could mess with a sensor's aim? I've seen drafts from HVAC vents cause false triggers on high mounts, which is a pain to diagnose later. Might be worth a quick check with a smoke pencil next time.

kai6022d ago

That's a solid point about the air flow. I always worry about dust buildup too in those high spots, it can really mess with the lens over time. Do you find you have to schedule more frequent cleanings for sensors mounted that high, or does it not make much difference in your experience?