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Q: What does it mean if half my string of lights is flashing?

• <div><p>The most likely cause of accidentally flashing lights is that a regular bulb has been replaced with a flash bulb by accident. If that&rsquo;s not the case, you should look for a bulb on the strand that is not quite seated properly and will lose its connection when it&rsquo;s touched or moved.</p></div>

Q: How do you hang string lights without nails?

• <div><p>Nails are a popular choice for hanging string lights, but they are not the only option. Use outdoor hooks, zip ties, or even awning hangers to string up lights outdoors. For indoor lights, use simple tacks, zip ties, damage-free adhesive hooks, or drawing pins. When all else fails, just wrap the lights around some furniture or outdoor fixtures. </p></div>

Q: Do I need special tools to fix Christmas lights?

• <div><p>An affordable Christmas light bulb testing and replacement tool can make the job easier. But you can most likely make all necessary repairs yourself using common toolbox items if you&rsquo;d rather avoid purchasing another gadget. </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: How many lights do I need for a 7-foot tree?

• <div><p>Christmas trees need about 100 lights per foot, so you would need 700 lights for a 7-foot tree. </p></div>

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Last update on December 21, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
Josef was wonderful! I should have hired him instead of working on this issue myself. He was very smart and came out right away in the same day. I would definitely hire him again! Also in this holiday time I thought I would have to wait, but as I said, he came out same day right away! Thank...
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Reviewed in September 2025
House beautifully painted with odds and ends masterfully fixed around the house: woodpecker damage, flashing on the chimney, broken spindles on the porch, and splitting wood trim. Paul Enterprises is a professional, aiming to please, and attentive to detail company. Owner Bill is honest,...
Paul Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Fantastic for the first time Me and my family are obsessed with the patio
PMD Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
wow! did a wonderful job. house was very stained, looks like new again. came when scheduled. titally recommend.
Shoreline Soft Wash Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
ENF PAINTING did a great job on my house i highly recommend
ENF Painting
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Reviewed in November 2022
Very helpful with design and ideas for fixtures and tile
ND Renovations
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Reviewed in November 2021
I needed the hedges and Rhododendrumâ s trimmed around my home. Art and Chris were professional and responsive they did an excellent job.
East Coast Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2020
Charlotte has a keen understanding of human psyche and a gift for designing decor that complements an owner's personality. She's incredibly creative and deeply sensitive in all of her choices. She selected window treatments, artwork and rugs that transformed a tired Providence apartment...
Home Staging and Redecorating to Enhance Your Style
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Reviewed in November 2019
Thank You Mike for your advice and sending your worker Bobby to the rescue! Very nice and arrived on time. I realize this is only a temporary fix. Hopefully we get through the winter. Looking forward to working with you in the spring.WISHING ALL OF YOU HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! LINDA.
M Adorno, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
Nancy is a hard working person and pays attention to detail. From making dump runs, installing all my Christmas outside wreaths, and lighting to cleaning my home and getting me ready for the holidays, her work was without fault. I have hired her to do all house work as needed.Her son, Andrew...
Handy-Nan, LLC
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The Builders & Cleaners

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"Excellent work for a fair fee . I worked with David who has a gift for home design and repair projects. He is very good at analyzing a project and setting out an efficient way to proceed with it. David has excellent manners and is punctual and hard working."

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Recommended by85%of homeowners

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"This is the kind of polite and professional service customers look for when we hire a company. Beachfront did not at all disappoint. They ran on time and completed the job without hassle. Thank you Beachfront - I'm a customer for life."

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Shmiddy's Handyman Services

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TruBlue of Shoreline CT

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Small jobs welcome

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TrueBlue's handyman and home repair services help you maintain your home both inside and out. Whether you need us for a special project or ongoing maintenance, our services include handyman projects and to-do list chores, preventative home maintenance programs, seasonal work and senior modification services.

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Shawn the electrician

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Very hard working and very dedicated to this craft.

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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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Flores Electrical

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Electrical company with over 30+ years combined. Very prompt and professional.

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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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"Mike did an awesome job cleaning up my yard and trimming the hedges! I would highly recommend Pro Painting and Home Services!"

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

The most likely cause of accidentally flashing lights is that a regular bulb has been replaced with a flash bulb by accident. If that’s not the case, you should look for a bulb on the strand that is not quite seated properly and will lose its connection when it’s touched or moved.

Nails are a popular choice for hanging string lights, but they are not the only option. Use outdoor hooks, zip ties, or even awning hangers to string up lights outdoors. For indoor lights, use simple tacks, zip ties, damage-free adhesive hooks, or drawing pins. When all else fails, just wrap the lights around some furniture or outdoor fixtures.

An affordable Christmas light bulb testing and replacement tool can make the job easier. But you can most likely make all necessary repairs yourself using common toolbox items if you’d rather avoid purchasing another gadget.

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.

Christmas trees need about 100 lights per foot, so you would need 700 lights for a 7-foot tree.

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