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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 I keep my icicle lights from tangling in the wind?

• <div><p>No one has figured out a perfect solution to this problem. Tying icicle lights down or adding weights to them can help, but it&rsquo;s a very time-consuming process and far from foolproof. If your winters are too windy, we suggest simply switching away from icicle lights to straight runs of non-dangling lights along the edge of your roof.</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: Do you need a special extension cord for outdoor Christmas lights?

• <div><p>Yes, you must use an extension cord specifically rated for outdoor use to power outdoor lights, such as Christmas lights. Extension cords intended for indoor use lack the protective properties to withstand exposure to outdoor elements. To safely hang and power lights outside your house or in your yard, always connect them to an outdoor power source using an outdoor-rated extension cord.</p></div>

Q: What’s the safest way to hang Christmas lights?

• <div><p>There are several ways to hang Christmas lights safely. Here are some key <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/christmas-lights-safety-tips.htm">Christmas light safety tips</a> to keep in mind:</p><ul><li><p>Always use Christmas lights and extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.</p></li><li><p>Don&rsquo;t overload outlets by plugging in too many lights.</p></li><li><p>Opt for LED lights for a safer display that saves on energy costs.</p></li><li><p>Do not use old or broken Christmas lights.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on December 08, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
Green Outdoors went above and beyond with our tree removal needs. Very professional and the service was speedy! Highly recommend!
Green Outdoors
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Reviewed in September 2025
That's my "concrete stamped and decorative walk" the right. Project was completed Apr. 2024 and my original review would have been 5 stars. I need to upload a "now" picture. By early summer we started getting cracks. Contacted Joe and asked him to come by and look at it, and he said it was too...
Madison County Custom Concrete
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Reviewed in October 2024
Finished in a matter of days and it looks great.
Crotchett Construction
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Reviewed in August 2024
Mike, Tim, and Rob tore down our old deck (the walkway around the house) and created a beautiful deck that was tied to our screened-in porch. The construction of the second-floor wraparound deck was extremely well-engineered and executed. Tim came back to rewire the lighting on his own time....
Simple Fix Handyman Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Very professional, have great ideas, well organized
JUST RIGHT ORGANIZING LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
I hired Hodge Construction to design a landscape/garden install at my residence. The owner Justin came out and was friendly and kind when giving us a bid. He had suggestions on design ideas, plants that would thrive in the upcoming weather and recomendations on what would look nice. He brought...
Hodge Construction
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Reviewed in June 2023
Very polite and considerate young men
VAUGHN TREE SERVICE, INC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Service was great they were done so quickly and had a neat finish definitely recommend to anyone
Price-Less Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Michael of Lagunas Interstate Construction went above and beyond. My roof was already leaking before I contacted Lagunas and he took time from a holiday to lay a tarp over it. I also was having problems with my insurance claim and Michael and his advisors helped me navigate that process. The...
Lagunas Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2012
Called on Monday. Was able to send an e-mail with pictures of the chimney. Got a quote over the phone that day and set up a time to repair two days later (day before Thanksgiving). On Wednesday, Tony arrived with a two-man crew on time despite heavy fog. Work started immediately. Originally...
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Spartan Electric

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In business since 2014

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"start to finish workmanship was excellant"

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Warnick Complete Land Services LLC

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"Mr. Warnick did a great job. He and his crew were very thorough and made sure they didn’t leave without making sure everything was complete and better then when they showed up. Very professional! I will definitely be hiring him again."

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Trimlight Metro East, LLC DBA Trimlight St. Louis

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In business since 2019

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"They are a great company to work with."

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Perfect Power Wash, LLC

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Serving Brighton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Good job, house and drive look nice."

+10

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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In business since 1995

"They did an excellent job, and they were friendly and helpful."

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Emergency services offered

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Small jobs welcome

"I ordered a Murphy bed from Wayfair that was far more difficult for me to assemble than I thought. Jehu Solis provided a reasonable bid, arrived on time, worked diligently, and, most importantly, did a fantastic job. I would rehire him again."

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Anytime Customized Construction Facebook

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Serving Brighton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very well detail oriented and professional service. Job not completed yet."

+19

Response time1 day

Response rate98%

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Countryside Tree Service

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Serving Brighton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great communication. Good cleanup upon completion. Also excellent advice regarding the health and future care of our trees."

+11

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Hood Technologies Fire and Safety

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Serving Brighton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"Kevin powerwashed my house, patio and driveway and did an excellent job at a very reasonable price. I will definitely use his company again."

Response time11 hrs

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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.

No one has figured out a perfect solution to this problem. Tying icicle lights down or adding weights to them can help, but it’s a very time-consuming process and far from foolproof. If your winters are too windy, we suggest simply switching away from icicle lights to straight runs of non-dangling lights along the edge of your roof.

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.

Yes, you must use an extension cord specifically rated for outdoor use to power outdoor lights, such as Christmas lights. Extension cords intended for indoor use lack the protective properties to withstand exposure to outdoor elements. To safely hang and power lights outside your house or in your yard, always connect them to an outdoor power source using an outdoor-rated extension cord.

There are several ways to hang Christmas lights safely. Here are some key Christmas light safety tips to keep in mind:

Always use Christmas lights and extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.
Don’t overload outlets by plugging in too many lights.
Opt for LED lights for a safer display that saves on energy costs.
Do not use old or broken Christmas lights.

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