Can you hang lights on soffit?

• <div><p>Yes, you can hang Christmas lights from the soffit of your roof, but it requires a bit more effort than hanging from the gutters or eaves. You’ll need to add an adhesive hook or tie to the underside of the soffit to keep the lights in place. Consider adding a soffit hook every 12 to 18 inches for best visual results.</p></div>

Why is half my strand of Christmas lights out?

• <div><p>It can be frustrating to see one half of your lights working while the other half is dark. Long strands of Christmas lights often contain more than one circuit. If half of your strand won’t light up, there’s likely a burned-out or loose bulb on that circuit in the strand. Check the strand and replace any loose or damaged bulbs. </p></div>

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Q: What maintenance is needed for holiday lighting between seasons?

• <div><p>Between seasons, inspect cords for damage, replace burnt-out bulbs, and clean lighting fixtures to prevent dirt buildup. Proper storage in cool, dry conditions will extend the lights' lifespan and minimize repairs or replacements when redeployed.</p></div>

Q: Does cold weather affect Christmas lights?

• <div><p>Cold weather can cause older incandescent Christmas lights to fail by causing cracks in the finish or the glass itself. Modern LED lights are affected in the opposite way and perform even better as the temperature drops. </p></div>

Q: Can you put Christmas lights on metal?

• <div><p>The simplest way to put Christmas lights on any metal surface is by using a magnetic hook or clip. You can also purchase magnetic lights, which should easily stick to any magnetic surface. Keep in mind that not all metals are magnetic. In that case, you&rsquo;ll need to use a different clip.</p></div>

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Last update on January 01, 2026

Reviewed in May 2024
Juan came to my home to look at a loose railing attached to a brick step , and noticed what I had not -- although a brick was somewhat loose, that was not causing the railing to wobble. The culprit was the other end of the railing where the bolt was loose! He got the tool from his truck and...
Decor Iron Works
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Reviewed in March 2024
Our spring broke on a holiday weekend, they responded immediately. No over charge, easy to work with, knowledgeable. Thank you!
M M Garage Door Services, Inc
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Reviewed in January 2024
Mila and her crew are absolutely amazing. We were pretty demanding but everyone was very much willing to meet each demand. They worked on holidays and weekends when they normally don't, they met our timeline with days to spare, and they even worked in the rain even though we never asked them...
Geico Builders
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Reviewed in July 2023
We hired Julio to unclog our under-the-sink plumbing. He was prompt, immediately diagnosed the problem, and fixed the problem in short order. Julio is very knowledgeable, personable, and polite, and the fee for the work was very reasonable. We got a couple of other estimates for the work....
Triumph Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2022
Constructing a new property was a challenge for me. I was bothered by several people in almost every sector while going through the task of construction. Finally, my friend recommended the name of BuildUrDream to me. Fortunately, I got someone who is going to listen to my requirements. Without...
Build UR Dream Builders, Inc
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Reviewed in April 2022
I hired for two jobs. One job is excellent, I am not sure about the other since I was not there.
Señor Rooter
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Reviewed in October 2018
They Cleaned up after.They Arrived on time.
Bama's Tree Care, Inc
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Reviewed in March 2018
It took me almost 4 months to get Roman's Tree Service back to complete their clean-up and deal with two trees that were not pruned satisfactorily. As soon as I posted a complaint on Angie's List, I got a call from America in Roman's office, apologizing for not getting back to me. She then...
Romans Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2017
Garage door spring broke on Saturday morning of a three day weekend. Precision was the only service company that could give me an appointment over the weekend, on Monday evening. On the positive the technician did show up early for his appointment on a national holiday, but he took advantage of...
PRECISION DOOR SERVICE
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Reviewed in October 2016
It was wonderful. My father now has the videotape of his nearest and dearest family and friends. He loved it and it was a terrific surprise! I am so grateful to Tom for providing this amazing service!
Sweet T Productions
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