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Blakeman's Handyman & Home Improvement LLC
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Holiday Lighting - Add or Remove - Materials Provided by Homeowner

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark communicated with me every step of the way. He even purchased the disposal on his own as part of his daily errands so I didn't have to make a special trip to do so. He was on time, very friendly, and we will definitely use him again for other projects around the house."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good craftsmanship, prompt, and will answer all of your questions"
The Mancave
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Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Side Project Handyman, LLC.
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Holiday Lighting - Add or Remove - Materials Provided by Homeowner

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"Mr Johnson takes pride in his work and takes his time. He repained in my house redid my flooring painted the outside of my garage. He is very reasonable in price As well. And he talks with you to make sure you understand what He's going to do. Highly recommend him for project in your home."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KD 3 Environmental, LLC
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Our Environmental Department can effectively and efficiently diagnose any problem you may have. With over 10 years of construction knowledge and 14 years of environmental training both military and civilian our inspections and solutions are common. \n\nToo many times you hear of buildings being demolished or the interior completely removed. We use techniques that allow for you to save the structure and building materials allowing for the least inconvenience and expense for you or your business when ever possible.\n\nWE DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME, EVERY TIME! \n

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shaw's home repair & services & lawn care
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Locally owned since 1997 13 years experience.I have built a solid reputation on quality service and satisfaction.I provide timely service and affordable price's on all projects and a free estimates on all..Call Tommy for all your projects and handyman needs..641-750-9891 641-754-4782

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

If you don’t have a ladder, you may be able to use a light-hanging pole. If not, you’ll have to rent a bucket lift or other machinery to reach your roof. 

Considering the pros and cons of hiring a professional holiday light installer can help you decide if it’s right for you. Here are some advantages and disadvantages:

Pros

  • Saves time

  • Reduces stress

  • Produces for custom, high-quality designs

  • Provides better-quality lights

  • Reduces personal safety risks 

  • May Include takedown and storage services

Cons

  • More expensive than DIY light installation

  • Less control over the design

  • High demand for installers

  • Contractors may keep the lights and decorations

You can take a few steps to prolong the life of your holiday lights. Make sure to replace burnt-out bulbs as quickly as possible to avoid overloading the rest of the circuit and knocking out more lights. Before packing them up each year, plug each strand into the wall to confirm everything is still working. Wrap the lights carefully back into their original packaging or something similar—winding a strand tightly together or leaving it to hang loose in a storage bin can lead to frayed or damaged wiring. 

Yes, you can try removing and replacing each individual light bulb one at a time until you find the problem bulb—just be prepared for it to take a while. The bulb tester is worth the investment if you don’t have a lot of extra time to spare or need to test several strands of lights.

If you need to visually inspect your Christmas lights to determine which are good and which need replacement, there are a few things to look for. First, look for discoloration, such as a dark spot or two on the inside of the glass. The spot is an indication of a burnt filament. Also, look for missing filaments, cracked bulb glass, and broken sockets.

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