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Q: Why do Christmas lights always get tangled?

• <div><p>Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible&mdash;which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.</p></div>

Q: How much do outdoor holiday lights cost?

• <div><p>Outdoor Christmas lights cost between $80 to $300 on average without installation. This comes out to about $4 to $50 per strand. You can get a box of outdoor Christmas lights for as little as $20, if you just want to decorate a small area, like a doorway. If you want to go all out and cover your entire home, you'll need between 10 to 20 strands of 100 to 200 bulbs each.</p></div>

Q: What order do you decorate a Christmas tree?

• <div><p>You should always hang the lights before the ornaments because hanging lights on top of ornaments can cause some to fall off. If a light sits directly on top of an ornament, it can cause it to heat up and possibly change its color or cause it to crack. </p></div>

Q: How can I hang Christmas lights without damaging my gutters?

• <div><p>Several options for hanging Christmas lights won't damage gutters. Using shingle clips avoids any hardware contact with them, and using plastic gutter clips minimizes the likelihood of scratching gutters. Remember not to rest a ladder, especially a metal one, against the gutters, and use a ladder stand-off device or stabilizer if you need to use an extension ladder. </p></div>

Q: Can I use both LED and incandescent Christmas lights together?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit. </p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2023

Reviewed in May 2023
Came out on time. Didn’t charge extra for the holiday. Were professional and fast.
Team Rooter South Bay, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2022
They did a great job with the backsplash tile in the kitchen. Reasonably priced compared to Floor & Decor.
Tile Pro's
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Reviewed in January 2020
So grateful for Straitline. Shea and Cody helped me during the holidays to get my house painted in a tight time window. Everything looks great and their painters were so nice and polite. Thanks Straitline!!
Straitline Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2019
Brought Jodi back to have her and her crew do some freshening up before the holidays. The powerwashed the patio and sealed it, painted/stained the fence, and added some winter plants. Great job again!
Morningstar Landscaping & Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2017
They did a great job. Helped us out with picking the right shade. We had to check the sample shade with our existing decor, so they even picked it up from our place when we brought the sample in. Easy to speak to and they understand our needs. We love them and will be using them again. Highly...
S&D Brushworks
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Reviewed in June 2014
The salesperson was very professional and willing to work with us. They offered discounts due to the time of year (holidays) that we were willing to have the work done - not many people want renovations done on their home during the holiday season. They also offer a 5% military discount which is...
Classic Home Improvements
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Reviewed in January 2012
The Danmer Rep came over to perform an estimate at our house in Pacific Beach. We ended up not going forward with the order as we decided we don't want full-on shutters, but rather blinds. The representative was a interior decorator, on-time, and professional. She even gave us some free advise...
Danmer Custom Window Coverings San Diego
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Reviewed in January 2010
Very well. The decorator was always willing to listen and come up with alternative items. I saw no signs of decorator ego here. If an item was not to my liking, it was returned--no questions asked.
Tracy Lynn Studio
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Reviewed in September 2007
Very pleased with results. Basically, we have a new bathroom that is exactly what we wanted. We started with an extremely outdated decor. From inception to completion, we were pleased with the level of attention to detail.
Covenant Creations
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Reviewed in September 2007
They did a very nice job. I really like how the railing looks, and the decoration the did to it. I think they are very professional, and they gave a lot of good ideas on how to pick the decoration for my railing. I think they did a fantastic job and I will totally recommend them.
ARTISTIC WROUGHT IRON
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"Took one window insect screen to redo offsite, redid one large screen for sliding glass door onsite, washed upstairs windows, adjusted another door screen position on track. Very prompt, good communication and service."

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Blue Ocean Window Cleaning

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"For context, I am a relatively young homeowner. Blue Ocean Window Cleaning was friendly, solved my clogged gutter issue extremely quickly, and taught me what to do to maintain my gutters in the future. Highly recommended!"

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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

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"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"

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Ascension Home Services

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"Very dependable and they put up Xmas lights too."

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Response rate94%

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"Detailed work for a good price. George went above and beyond with the work he did around my property. Very professional and came with a can-do attitude. I definitely will be using his company on a quarterly basis to keep my sidewalks and trash enclosures looking clean!"

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San Clemente Power Washing, LLC

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In business since 2024

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"Very responsive in getting me an estimate and a date for my house and patio wash. The tech showed up in the 30 minute window I was given. While on site, the tech got every nook and cranny. Everything looks great! I will for sure be using them moving forward and I would highly recommend."

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Response time3 days

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"If there is 11 that s my rate to this company"

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Peace Lights and Happiness

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"They installed outdoor party lights. Very professional. Arrived on time and completed the job as bid."

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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

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"After calling a few companies, we found Home pro remodeling. Ariel the manager gave us a good offer for the retaining wall, it was the best offer we received compare to other companies ! His guys are super professional, nice and clean. We were very happy with the experience. If you are looking to remodel your home , Home pro remodeling is definitely the best in the area! They are the real deal."

Response time5 days

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"Excellent work. From the start he showed professionalism, punctuality, and great attention to detail. The installation was clean, well organized, and working perfectly both indoors and outdoors. He also explained everything clearly and made sure everything was safe and ready to use. I definitely recommend him for any electrical work — reliable service and top-quality results."

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible—which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.

Outdoor Christmas lights cost between $80 to $300 on average without installation. This comes out to about $4 to $50 per strand. You can get a box of outdoor Christmas lights for as little as $20, if you just want to decorate a small area, like a doorway. If you want to go all out and cover your entire home, you'll need between 10 to 20 strands of 100 to 200 bulbs each.

You should always hang the lights before the ornaments because hanging lights on top of ornaments can cause some to fall off. If a light sits directly on top of an ornament, it can cause it to heat up and possibly change its color or cause it to crack.

Several options for hanging Christmas lights won't damage gutters. Using shingle clips avoids any hardware contact with them, and using plastic gutter clips minimizes the likelihood of scratching gutters. Remember not to rest a ladder, especially a metal one, against the gutters, and use a ladder stand-off device or stabilizer if you need to use an extension ladder.

It’s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit.

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