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Q: Do Christmas lights need to be grounded?

• <div><p>Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.</p></div>

Q: What does professional holiday decoration include?

• <div><p>Professional holiday decorators are used to working with homeowners with varying needs, so the services can include nearly anything related to holiday decorations. Some services you might want to consider include the following:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hire-pro-hang-christmas-lights.htm">Exterior light hanging</a></p></li><li><p>Other exterior decorations</p></li><li><p>Exterior tree decorating</p></li><li><p>Interior tree design and decorating</p></li><li><p>Removing holiday decorations at the end of the season</p></li><li><p>Packaging decorations after removal</p></li><li><p>Holiday decoration storage</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Is it worth fixing Christmas lights?

• <div><p>Repairing a strand of Christmas lights will save you a few dollars and the hassle of going to the store to purchase new ones. That may or may not be enough to make fixing them worth it to you. However, if the lights are already hanging or around the tree, removing and replacing them is far more time-consuming than performing a quick repair job. </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>

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>

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Last update on January 12, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Maintained great communication and finished our project before the holidays. Highly recommended!
JJBM Landscaping & Tree Removal LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
This is a company with rude and non-considerate boss. They started work at the neighbor's house, which is less than 20 ft away from our house 9our driveway is shared) 7 am on Labor Day producing noises associated with roof change and told me that his is Monday so they can start working at 7...
C L Home Improvements
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Reviewed in June 2021
They did a great job installing some baby gates in awkward locations and on plaster walls. Everything looks neat and clean, and the extra wood pieces for support were made to look decorative. Iâ m very happy with the service!
Mr. Handyman of Guilford, North and East Haven
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Reviewed in December 2019
This contractor was extremely flexible and accommodating. We were anxious to get the job done before the holidays and he went the extra mile and installed late Sunday afternoon! We couldn t be happier with the job, and due to time restraint, we agreed to paint ourselves.
Dede's Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2018
After investigating various design firms, I hired Good Space. Susan Bathon did an outstanding job designing and decorating my family, living and dining rooms. She took advantage of the pieces I owned and rearranged them as well as recommended and purchased new pieces to complete and finish each...
Good Space
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Reviewed in February 2017
I reached out to Susan initially for help with selecting interior paint colors for my traditional, colonial-style house. After spending some time talking with her, I decided to ask her opinion about some other house projects I was contemplating. I shared with her that my kitchen was not as...
Susan Germini-Humble Interiors, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
Most mason's wanted to use granite to reface my fireplace. John Talo came with the most beautiful real stone I have ever seen. He completed the job in five hours at a cost that was 200 dollars less than others. His work lends a European touch. I am very particular and my home is interior...
Talo's Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2014
We took furniture & other decor from other rooms and swapped them out for existing pieces. We did have to purchase a few things to fill in gaps but I love the new look in the room we focused on and the ones we took furniture from. She has a great eye and is very good spatially. The high end end...
MONICA MIRANDO INTERIOR DESIGN
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Reviewed in June 2014
Their website is user friendly and I could find descriptions of my type of chairs as well as fabric/material choices to scroll through. <br /> I then emailed an inquiry regarding price, timeframe, and pick up/delivery options. I received a timely response from Steven who confirmed the price...
CHAIR CARE PATIO FURNITURE RESTORATION CO
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Reviewed in August 2011
After searching more flooring and tile places than I care to note, stumbled upon Floor Decor. Mike the owner was very quick to come over and ask us if we needed assistance. Knowing what we wanted, he backed off and assisted another customer. Mike checked again in on us and suggested a few...
Floor Decor
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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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Firemans Services LLC

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Firemans Services LLC is a trusted, locally owned electrical contracting company dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical solutions. We specialize in residential and light commercial work, including service upgrades, panel replacements, generator installations, and custom electrical projects.\n\nWith a strong commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, our team takes pride in doing the job right the first time—on schedule and within budget. Whether you need a full service upgrade, backup power solutions, or everyday electrical repairs, Firemans Services LLC is your dependable choice for professional service you can count on.

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"Good job, will use in the future."

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"Andre dos an amazing job every time!! I can finally leave my house. I can take my bins to the curb. He always makes a path for my dogs to get to the yard. He even did the stairs without me asking!! He salts!! And super happy and kind!! Highly recommend!!"

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Shmiddy's Handyman Services

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local handyman. \n

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Mac & Son Electric LLC

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Serving Wallingford, CT and surrounding areas

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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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DJP ELECTRIC LLC

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Fully licensed and insured electrical contractor.\nover 20years experience

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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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Electrical Pros

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Serving Wallingford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Electrical Pros is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Southington, CT and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

Professional holiday decorators are used to working with homeowners with varying needs, so the services can include nearly anything related to holiday decorations. Some services you might want to consider include the following:

Exterior light hanging
Other exterior decorations
Exterior tree decorating
Interior tree design and decorating
Removing holiday decorations at the end of the season
Packaging decorations after removal
Holiday decoration storage

Repairing a strand of Christmas lights will save you a few dollars and the hassle of going to the store to purchase new ones. That may or may not be enough to make fixing them worth it to you. However, if the lights are already hanging or around the tree, removing and replacing them is far more time-consuming than performing a quick repair job.

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.

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.

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