How long can you hang lights on stucco without damage?

• <div><p>The length of time shouldn’t matter much if you stick with lightweight Christmas lights and similar decorations. Those shouldn’t pose risks to your stucco. You should avoid attaching anything to your stucco that could fall because it’s too heavy, which may take part of the stucco with it. Some methods, like using double-sided tape or adhesive hooks, will naturally wear out over time and lead to falling lights, so don’t expect to leave these lights up year-round.</p></div>

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Q: How long can you hang lights on stucco without damage?

• <div><p>The length of time shouldn&rsquo;t matter much if you stick with lightweight Christmas lights and similar decorations. Those shouldn&rsquo;t pose risks to your stucco. You should avoid attaching anything to your stucco that could fall because it&rsquo;s too heavy, which may take part of the stucco with it. Some methods, like using double-sided tape or adhesive hooks, will naturally wear out over time and lead to falling lights, so don&rsquo;t expect to leave these lights up year-round.</p></div>

Q: How do you synchronize Christmas lights to music?

• <div><p>Yes, you can synchronize Christmas lights with music to create a DIY light show. To do this, you will need several components. For hardware, you'll need standard holiday lights, decorations, lawn ornaments, tools, outdoor-rated extension cords, a computer, and a light show control system or digital controller. You will also need specialized software to program the show; popular options include Light-O-Rama (LOR), Vixen, xLights, and Animated Lights. Some, like Vixen and Animated Lights, are considered more beginner-friendly. The process involves using the software to program your lights, choosing an audio method such as speakers or an FM broadcast, and testing the entire system to make sure it's working correctly before the show.</p></div>

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: Can tree decorators handle artificial Christmas trees?

• <div><p>Decorators often prefer artificial Christmas trees. They&rsquo;re easier to handle and shape, and decorators don&rsquo;t have to worry about bugs or allergies. It&rsquo;s also an ideal choice because artificial trees keep up appearances without owners needing to schedule watering. </p><p>However, always confirm that decorators are ready to unbox and set up the artificial tree. If they don&rsquo;t include tree set-up in their services, you may need to hire a general handyperson for that task.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: What do Christmas decorators do?

• <div><p>Professional Christmas decorators offer everything from hanging lights in and outside your home to decorating the tree and adding decor around the house. Decorators may focus on porches, foyers, staircases, mantelpieces, and other similar focal areas.</p></div>

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Last update on September 16, 2021

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 February 2017
We met with Kellie on December 1 and she anticipated a start date in late Jan. Would have been sooner except for the week or so shutdown at Wolfe cabinets for the holidays. Start day Jan 24. Of course we had snow/slush and at 6:25 am the power went out. Chris Pedersen arrives promptly - our road...
CHACE BUILDING SUPPLY of CT
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Reviewed in January 2015
In April of 2014 a pipe burst under our kitchen floor that ruined pretty much half the house. Everything got wet and had to be removed. Floors, cabinets, my sons room and bathroom in the finished basement, everything. After dealing with a contractor that was less then stellar we finally called...
J A Clairmont Sons Remodeling Co
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Reviewed in October 2013
First and most important, Bauhaus comitted to a 4.5 week completion and met that commitment. The timing of the various projects (since this was a muliple job) was excellent. This was very important to us that they stayed on schedule. The quality of each project was excellent. The company...
QG Home Services
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Reviewed in November 2011
Ray was easy to talk to on the phone, and he was willing to entertain a number of very minute questions (I'm anal retentive). He was willing to accomodate my busy work schedule as well as expedite getting the stove installed in time for the THanksgiving holidays. When he came over, he and his...
D&D Contractors
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Reviewed in July 2011
Eight months ago, our sewage backed up into the basement. The first technician came immediately, snaked and camera'd the drain and said there was a second trap on the system that would eventually have to be removed to end the problem. He couldn't tell exactly where the trap was and thought we...
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
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Reviewed in June 2010
Great. They did it while we were on holiday. We had a wet basement. Always pools of water. Never bothered me much, but I realized it might not be helpful when it came time to sell. I asked the realtor who'd sold us the house for a recommendation, and he came up with these guys (and no...
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Picture Perfect Landscape, LLC

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Picture Perfect Landscape, LLC, has been enhancing homeowners outdoor experience since 1992, from walkways and patios to updating your plantings. Also design water features, playscapes, and memorial and sensory gardens including easier to maintain landscapes for today's busy homeowners. For the past 20 years, October through January we specialize in Exterior Holiday Lighting and Decorating.

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We are a local business with a goal to exceed expectations. Fast and easy scheduling with the most competitive pricing in the area. All of our techs have been trained and practice all the same systems we have in place to ensure consistent results. Safe, fast, and cost efficient services. Our ability to Soft Wash exterior surfaces makes it safer on your home, buildings, bushes, vegetation and the rest of your property. This is how the professionals do it.

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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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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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Flores Electrical

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

The length of time shouldn’t matter much if you stick with lightweight Christmas lights and similar decorations. Those shouldn’t pose risks to your stucco. You should avoid attaching anything to your stucco that could fall because it’s too heavy, which may take part of the stucco with it. Some methods, like using double-sided tape or adhesive hooks, will naturally wear out over time and lead to falling lights, so don’t expect to leave these lights up year-round.

Yes, you can synchronize Christmas lights with music to create a DIY light show. To do this, you will need several components. For hardware, you'll need standard holiday lights, decorations, lawn ornaments, tools, outdoor-rated extension cords, a computer, and a light show control system or digital controller. You will also need specialized software to program the show; popular options include Light-O-Rama (LOR), Vixen, xLights, and Animated Lights. Some, like Vixen and Animated Lights, are considered more beginner-friendly. The process involves using the software to program your lights, choosing an audio method such as speakers or an FM broadcast, and testing the entire system to make sure it's working correctly before the show.

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.

Decorators often prefer artificial Christmas trees. They’re easier to handle and shape, and decorators don’t have to worry about bugs or allergies. It’s also an ideal choice because artificial trees keep up appearances without owners needing to schedule watering.

However, always confirm that decorators are ready to unbox and set up the artificial tree. If they don’t include tree set-up in their services, you may need to hire a general handyperson for that task.

Professional Christmas decorators offer everything from hanging lights in and outside your home to decorating the tree and adding decor around the house. Decorators may focus on porches, foyers, staircases, mantelpieces, and other similar focal areas.

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