How do you hang Christmas lights on a ceiling without hooks?

• <div><p>If you can’t hang Christmas lights with hooks, try one of the above methods, or consider an out-of-the-box idea like stringing the lights over a curtain rod that hangs close to the ceiling. It’s also possible to buy transparent tape created to hold items with weight. Just make sure that it won’t damage the paint during removal. </p></div>

Can I replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs on a light string?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn’t insert an LED light into an incandescent socket. It usually won’t fit anyway, but in the unlikely chance that it does, its electrical demands are too different for it to work properly. </p></div>

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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>

Q: Do Christmas light shingle clips work if I get snow and ice?

• <div><p>Heavy amounts of snow could be a problem. In many climates, lots of snow on your rooftop can lead to freeze-thaw cycle that create <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-questions-ask-hiring-ice-dam-removal-company.htm">ice dams</a>, which can damage rooftops. But if you&rsquo;re using shingle clips, this snow poses an additional problem: As it melts and freezes, it can easily dislodge clips you&rsquo;ve placed on your roof.</p><p>You can clean snow off your roof after a fresh snowfall while it&rsquo;s still lightweight, but brushing off snow can also dislodge your clips. If you get a lot of snow, then roof clips become less viable. </p></div>

Q: How do you hang Christmas lights on a ceiling without hooks?

• <div><p>If you can&rsquo;t hang Christmas lights with hooks, try one of the above methods, or consider an out-of-the-box idea like stringing the lights over a curtain rod that hangs close to the ceiling. It&rsquo;s also possible to buy transparent tape created to hold items with weight. Just make sure that it won&rsquo;t damage the paint during removal. </p></div>

Q: How do you hang string lights without nails?

• <div><p>Nails are a popular choice for hanging string lights, but they are not the only option. Use outdoor hooks, zip ties, or even awning hangers to string up lights outdoors. For indoor lights, use simple tacks, zip ties, damage-free adhesive hooks, or drawing pins. When all else fails, just wrap the lights around some furniture or outdoor fixtures. </p></div>

Q: Can I replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs on a light string?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t insert an LED light into an incandescent socket. It usually won&rsquo;t fit anyway, but in the unlikely chance that it does, its electrical demands are too different for it to work properly. </p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2018
We had a great experience working with Rob. We hired him to cut some really old and massive trees infested with termites at our grandmother's house. He worked around our needs and was very prompt and helpful throughout the whole process. He came by the home with in hours of our call and gave us...
Louisiana Tree Company LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Elliot Davis, owner, is highly professional, incredibly responsive, respectful, and trustworthy. We can’t say enough about his attention to detail, which is amazing. During the planning stage of phase 1 of our project, Elliot patiently listened to our desires and made sure to explain all...
Decorative Concrete Designs
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Reviewed in February 2017
The store had a good selection and after a second trip to the store we picked out a pedestal table, with the six matching chairs. The set took about a month or so to be delivered, then within two months two of the chairs had broken, the table top was peeling, and the table top wobbled so much...
HURWITZ MINTZ FURNITURE
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Reviewed in December 2016
Able Home Improvements charged me $5,188.00 for a job that other plumbers later told me should have cost $2,500.00 maximum. However, they were the only company that we could find to come out during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend for our plumbing emergency. Additionally, upon subsequent...
Able Home Improvements
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Reviewed in January 2016
The painter arrived on time and purchased the paint needed for the job and provided all other material (drop cloths, brushes,...). He finished the job in a day. The room looked great after he was finished. I was impressed with this company because they were contacted around the Christmas...
One Man & A Toolbox LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
We went with Campbell because of a discount we received through our general contractor. We had to repeatedly contact our sales associate anytime we wanted information or follow up. When creating the quote, rather than talking to us when she was unable to get our preferred countertops for our...
CAMPBELL CABINET CO INC
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Reviewed in August 2013
very old house and did not want to replace what was there. he stripped the woodwork, including old shutter doors, the job was excellent and everything looks new. he also blasted and painted 2 iron security-decorative doors. they were a mess but now they look brand new. he put my new hardware on...
Boyle Painting And Renovations
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Reviewed in March 2013
I originally made contact with the company on December 19, 2012 to set up an appointment to get an estimate. Bryan Centanni met with me on December 21. He was on time for the appointment; if memory serves me correctly, he got to the appointment site ahead of the appointment time. He was very...
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