How can I save money on Christmas lights?

• <div><p>First of all, don’t shop for bargain lights—often, you’ll end up with a faulty or broken strand, full of dead bulbs or less-than-luminous brightness. Choose quality lights that will last you many years—LED lights have been known to last as long as 100,000 hours. Second, plan ahead and purchase lights for next year’s Christmas during this year’s post-holiday sales. Finally, have a vision and a plan—if you know the measurements of your home, including any windows, doors, and outside bushes you wish to light up, you should be able to only purchase the necessary lights and not more than you need.</p></div>

How do you attach Christmas decorations to the roof?

• <div><p>During the holidays, big box hardware stores sell many kinds of clips and hooks made specifically for hanging Christmas lights—including ridge clips, gutter clips, shingle clips, and mounted hooks. It’s best to avoid nails, staples, and screws since they can damage your roof.</p></div>

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Q: How can I save money on Christmas lights?

• <div><p>First of all, don&rsquo;t shop for bargain lights&mdash;often, you&rsquo;ll end up with a faulty or broken strand, full of dead bulbs or less-than-luminous brightness. Choose quality lights that will last you many years&mdash;LED lights have been known to last as long as 100,000 hours. Second, plan ahead and purchase lights for next year&rsquo;s Christmas during this year&rsquo;s post-holiday sales. Finally, have a vision and a plan&mdash;if you know the measurements of your home, including any windows, doors, and outside bushes you wish to light up, you should be able to only purchase the necessary lights and not more than you need.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals put lights on a Christmas tree?

• <div><p>Professionals use the same methods found in this guide unless they&rsquo;re decorating a particularly large Christmas tree. In that case, they may also make use of tools like extension poles to get the job done. </p></div>

Q: When should I consider installing my own holiday decorations?

• <div><p>If you only need strands in safe and easy-to-reach locations and are sure of your electrical system, you can probably purchase and install lights yourself. To do this, carefully test your outlets to ensure there aren&rsquo;t any sparks or other concerning issues. Your budget might also influence this decision, as going the DIY route can be significantly cheaper.</p></div>

Q: Can I use duct tape to hang Christmas lights?

• <div><p>Technically, you can use duct tape to hang Christmas lights, but it&rsquo;s not the best bet. Duct tape or other types of tape retain moisture, which isn&rsquo;t ideal when near an electrical wire. Plus, it can peel off due to the elements. Duct tape is also a very unattractive option, visually speaking. Instead, opt for roof clips for Christmas lights, which are affordable and easy to use.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2025
I hired Anthony to Build some steps for my back deck. I ended up having him do a privacy screen and fence for my entire bank yard. He was extremely polite and professional. He quoted the price up front and it didn't on any of the projects. I tried to get him to quote me on doing some decorative...
Bimini Home Services
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Reviewed in January 2015
We were originally quoted a lower price, but it was raised because the owner realized it was a holiday (President's Day), and he said he was going to have to pay his worker more. Not sure I believe it, but I couldn't wait any longer. The fellow showed up more or less on time. We had borrow...
ALASKA CONCRETE SAWING INC
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Reviewed in November 2014
From the moment I contacted Jason at Wild Fork Catering and Dianne's Restaurant the experience was excellent. He worked with me throughout the entire process to produce the event I and my family had hoped for. The closed early, rearranged the dining area, hide the kitchen with a lovely floor to...
Wild Fork Catering
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Reviewed in March 2014
I knew it was a holiday, so I expected a call in the morning of the next business day. I called them late that day and the person said she remembered hearing the message early in the day and would have someone contact me to set up a site visit. They were unresponsive and never contacted me.
Gage Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
When I needed our carpets cleaned prior to the Holidays they were on vacation for two weeks prior and I had to use someone else called another company and they did a great job for $120.00
DNP Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2013
The crew was prompt and completed the job in two long days which was expected. There were some minor adjustments which needed to be made after the install but Kleb's was very responsive in completing this. They offer a very good warranty package as part of the purchase and service their own...
Klebs Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in January 2013
I do not recommend Dry Out Systems for ANY work in your home. Shortly before the holidays there was a blockage in my sewer system which caused damage to roughly 30 square feet of my one bedroom apartment. Dry Out Systems were speedy to come and give a price quote and time frame for completion....
Dry Out Systems of Alaska
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Reviewed in August 2012
We had our deck quoted and priced in April. We were on a very long wait list to bet it done. As the summer is so short we were anxious to get it done before summer ended. Once they started They worked very fast and efficiently even over the 4th of July holiday to get it finished. From start to...
Jensen Construction
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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

First of all, don’t shop for bargain lights—often, you’ll end up with a faulty or broken strand, full of dead bulbs or less-than-luminous brightness. Choose quality lights that will last you many years—LED lights have been known to last as long as 100,000 hours. Second, plan ahead and purchase lights for next year’s Christmas during this year’s post-holiday sales. Finally, have a vision and a plan—if you know the measurements of your home, including any windows, doors, and outside bushes you wish to light up, you should be able to only purchase the necessary lights and not more than you need.

Professionals use the same methods found in this guide unless they’re decorating a particularly large Christmas tree. In that case, they may also make use of tools like extension poles to get the job done.

During the holidays, big box hardware stores sell many kinds of clips and hooks made specifically for hanging Christmas lights—including ridge clips, gutter clips, shingle clips, and mounted hooks. It’s best to avoid nails, staples, and screws since they can damage your roof.

If you only need strands in safe and easy-to-reach locations and are sure of your electrical system, you can probably purchase and install lights yourself. To do this, carefully test your outlets to ensure there aren’t any sparks or other concerning issues. Your budget might also influence this decision, as going the DIY route can be significantly cheaper.

Technically, you can use duct tape to hang Christmas lights, but it’s not the best bet. Duct tape or other types of tape retain moisture, which isn’t ideal when near an electrical wire. Plus, it can peel off due to the elements. Duct tape is also a very unattractive option, visually speaking. Instead, opt for roof clips for Christmas lights, which are affordable and easy to use.

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