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The Home Electric Company Inc
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Serving Mount Prospect, IL and surrounding areas

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"Joe Gatto did the following (transforming homeð ¡), for which I am FOREVER GRATEFUL!ð -First visit, helped me plan, which helped immensely! -Installed six vaulted ceiling recessed lights, extremely large fan/with light in center, & elegant 10â light from 18â ceiling -Afterwards, repaired wall to wall vaulted ceiling foundational cracks -involving plastering multiple times, sanding, then painted entire vaulted ceiling (TRANSFORMING LIVING ROOM!)! -Installed sixteen light fixtures (upstairs, main floor, basement), involving repairing ceiling from old fixture, plastering multiple times, sanding, painting entire kitchen ceiling -installed two exhaust fans (involving cutting into ceiling, plastering few times, sanding, then painting entire bathroom (ceiling/walls) -updated/replaced approximately 25 switches/outlets Joe is an extremely skilled, detailed, focused, trustworthy worker (couple of days able to go swimming while he worked on the house). Best contractor have ever hired (thorough, not rushed, high energy, detailed, and consistent). Also friendly, personable, helpful, & caring."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Illuminight Holiday Lighting
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Serving Mount Prospect, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Offers commercial services

We at Illuminight Holiday Lighting pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade with 20 years experience and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your holiday lighting display. We look forward to earning your business!\n($800 job minimum)

Candy Cane Tree
2 Tone Trees
Commercial Lighting
Perimeter Lighting
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Topmon Inc.
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Serving Mount Prospect, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"We hired them for a small painting job at our home, and we?re very pleased with the results. He was punctual, professional, and paid close attention to detail. The work was completed efficiently and the area was left clean afterward. I would definitely recommend him for any painting or small home improvement projects."
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Response time7 hrs
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My Property Masters
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Serving Mount Prospect, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The guys were great, they fixed my projects within the time they estimated, and everything works wonderfully. I would definitely recommend and week be keeping them in mind for any future projects."
Response time9 hrs
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
BC Electric
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Holiday Lighting - Add or Remove

Serving Mount Prospect, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At BC Electric, we take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet our consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

The cost for professional holiday light installation averages around $430, with a typical range of $220 to $675. However, prices can be as low as $100 for simple projector setups or exceed $1,200 for extensive displays. The total cost depends on factors like the display's complexity, your home's size, labor rates in your area, and the type of lights used. For example, installation on a small, one-story home may cost $250 to $600, while a multi-story home over 4,000 square feet could cost $500 to $1,800. Costs can also be broken down by location (e.g., high roofs at $3.50–$6 per linear foot) or by the type of light strand, with prices ranging from $4 for basic incandescent strands to over $60 for color-changing LED strands.

Using a staple gun to hang Christmas lights on your roof or shingles is not recommended. Puncturing your roof with staples can cause damage, leading to cracks, leaks, and exposure to the elements. Staples are also less reliable than other methods like roof clips. For a safer alternative that won't damage your roof, use shingle tabs.

During the holidays, big box hardware stores sell many kinds of clips and hooks made specifically for hanging Christmas lights—including ridge clips, gutter clips, shingle clips, and mounted hooks. It’s best to avoid nails, staples, and screws since they can damage your roof.

Decorating a tree yourself will only take between one and two hours, but a professional designer may take more time to create their vision. When hiring a pro, assume the work will take a minimum of three to four hours.

Yes, you can hang Christmas lights from the soffit of your roof, but it requires a bit more effort than hanging from the gutters or eaves. You’ll need to add an adhesive hook or tie to the underside of the soffit to keep the lights in place. Consider adding a soffit hook every 12 to 18 inches for best visual results.

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