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Q: Are LED Christmas lights safe to leave up all year?

• <div><p>No, you should not leave LED Christmas lights up all year. While the LED lights themselves are very durable, their wiring and casings can be as vulnerable as any Christmas lights. They&rsquo;re subject to drying out, experiencing cold or sun damage that causes them to crack, and even damage caused by gnawing pests. (The same is true of incandescents.) If you want your lights to last the years that they&rsquo;re rated for, bring them inside after Christmas is over. </p></div>

Q: How do you attach Christmas lights to palm trees?

• <div><p>You can attach Christmas lights to your palm tree by securely wrapping the strings around the tree. If you notice the strands slipping, you can also use a staple gun to secure them to the trunk.</p></div>

Q: Should you hang Christmas lights on gutters or shingles?

• <div><p>You can choose to hang Christmas lights on either gutters or shingles&mdash;either option is fine. If you have gutter covers, shingles may be your only option. But, all-in-one clips are designed for both applications.</p></div>

Q: What’s the most expensive Christmas tree?

• <div><p>Typically, the most expensive type of Christmas tree is either the Douglas fir or the fraser fir. That being said, lots of different factors can affect what you&rsquo;ll pay for a Christmas tree including supply and demand, size of the tree, and more. Your best bet is to speak with a pro at your local Christmas tree farm to find the best tree for you. </p></div>

Q: What are the different types of lighting?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-lighting-your-home.htm">type of lighting</a> you choose can have a big part in the aesthetic and function of your space. Ambient lighting refers to indirect or diffused lighting that evenly reaches most areas of the space. Task lighting illuminates specific areas, such as a workspace. Accent lighting draws attention to details in your home, and decorative lighting draws attention to itself.</p></div>

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Last update on May 23, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
AJ’s Landscaping and Hardscaping did a fantastic job. Very thorough and meticulous! Spring cleanup, flower bed cleanup, mulching, and edging was done in the exact time frame we were told it would be. Hired them to power wash and stain the front porch and back deck. We couldn’t be more pleased...
AJ's Landscaping and Hardscaping, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2025
Beautiful work, couldnt be happier looking out my doors seeing my porch!
Sam Nunn Stonework and Carpentry LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Rivers construction did a beautiful job building my screened in porch. I absolutely love it.
Rivers Construction
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Reviewed in March 2023
They were very professional and my house looks like new
T & Family Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Epic Landscaping did a fantastic job with our Fall cleanup. Jose was on time, fast and always pleasant to work with. He left our yard looking great.
Epic Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
When we built our home in 2018 we interviewed several custom cabinetmakers in our area. We chose Walsh Woodworks to build all the cabinetry in our bathrooms, kitchen, pantry, laundry room & closets. Brendan Walsh, owner, and his team did an outstanding job. Their attention to detail and...
Walsh Woodworks
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Reviewed in May 2022
Very happy, house looks great! - The cleaners were thorough and efficient.
Ivone Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
I used AA-MSA for a home inspection on a home I was looking to buy. I requested a quote on a holiday weekend and expected to hear back from them after the holiday. John called me within an hour and talked to me about the services they provide for about 20 minutes. I got a few other quotes but...
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Reviewed in September 2021
It was going to be a fairly large yard clean-up job (removal of weeds, vines, dead plants, leaves, etc.) plus mowing, & relocating some ferns. The job was not done well, nor was it ever completed. Not all of the requested weeds were removed & none of the vines were. John did, however, manage to...
Prestige Property Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2020
Steve and crew were great. They worked efficiently as a team and got the job done quickly. We had a lot of branches because of previous storms and they removed them as well. We had a tree which had fallen and needed to be cut. Steve came back a few days later and cut it for us. Thanks guys...
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BROTHER'S ELECTRIC INC

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Professional electrical services built on quality, safety, and integrity. Brother’s Electric Inc. handles remodels, new construction, and service upgrades with expert execution and attention to detail from start to finish.

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Shmiddy's Handyman Services

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AshleeOlivetti

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Detail and customer orientated. Delivering the best hands on experience

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JJ Benjamins handyman services

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The biggest mistake homeowners make is " I'll get to it later " all home repairs should be done as soon as possible so they don't turn into expensive problems please call us before that happens!

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Avery Andrews

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Hello, my name is Avery Andrews. I have over a decade experience in various trades including electrical, landscaping, etc. I am a one man crew that is here to help you with a multitude of tasks around your home.

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Mac & Son Electric LLC

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Mac & Son Electric LLC is a company that specializes in panel and service upgrades, electrical remodeling, troubleshooting, interior and exterior lighting, commercial and residential, and any electrical projects or issues.

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Jay

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Very hard working been in electrical field for 9 years. Let me know what projects you need done. Jack of all trades

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William morrow electrician

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Licensed electrician, with more than 27 years experience fully ensured no job too small always return phone calls.

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Valon

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My name is valon but you can call me lony i work as electician here in USA i love my job i do it nice and clean and i care so much about my clients and their problems

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Veda4 PropertyGroup Inc.

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"As I indicated before Tasha is a dynamo . I was pleasantly surprised at how complete the snow was removed, to the pavement. She has been here twice and has been a joy to have around. Always upbeat and a friendly smile to boot."

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

No, you should not leave LED Christmas lights up all year. While the LED lights themselves are very durable, their wiring and casings can be as vulnerable as any Christmas lights. They’re subject to drying out, experiencing cold or sun damage that causes them to crack, and even damage caused by gnawing pests. (The same is true of incandescents.) If you want your lights to last the years that they’re rated for, bring them inside after Christmas is over.

You can attach Christmas lights to your palm tree by securely wrapping the strings around the tree. If you notice the strands slipping, you can also use a staple gun to secure them to the trunk.

You can choose to hang Christmas lights on either gutters or shingles—either option is fine. If you have gutter covers, shingles may be your only option. But, all-in-one clips are designed for both applications.

Typically, the most expensive type of Christmas tree is either the Douglas fir or the fraser fir. That being said, lots of different factors can affect what you’ll pay for a Christmas tree including supply and demand, size of the tree, and more. Your best bet is to speak with a pro at your local Christmas tree farm to find the best tree for you.

The type of lighting you choose can have a big part in the aesthetic and function of your space. Ambient lighting refers to indirect or diffused lighting that evenly reaches most areas of the space. Task lighting illuminates specific areas, such as a workspace. Accent lighting draws attention to details in your home, and decorative lighting draws attention to itself.

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