How can I save money on Christmas lights?

• <div><p>First of all, don’t shop for bargain lights—often, you’ll end up with a faulty or broken strand, full of dead bulbs or less-than-luminous brightness. Choose quality lights that will last you many years—LED lights have been known to last as long as 100,000 hours. Second, plan ahead and purchase lights for next year’s Christmas during this year’s post-holiday sales. Finally, have a vision and a plan—if you know the measurements of your home, including any windows, doors, and outside bushes you wish to light up, you should be able to only purchase the necessary lights and not more than you need.</p></div>

What kind of lights do you use on a palm tree?

• <div><p>String LED lights are the best lights to use on a palm tree, as they’re long-lasting, energy-efficient, and won’t go out if a single bulb stops working.</p></div>

Can you hang lights on soffit?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

How do you attach Christmas decorations to the roof?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How can I save money on Christmas lights?

• <div><p>First of all, don&rsquo;t shop for bargain lights&mdash;often, you&rsquo;ll end up with a faulty or broken strand, full of dead bulbs or less-than-luminous brightness. Choose quality lights that will last you many years&mdash;LED lights have been known to last as long as 100,000 hours. Second, plan ahead and purchase lights for next year&rsquo;s Christmas during this year&rsquo;s post-holiday sales. Finally, have a vision and a plan&mdash;if you know the measurements of your home, including any windows, doors, and outside bushes you wish to light up, you should be able to only purchase the necessary lights and not more than you need.</p></div>

Q: Can I fix a string of lights without a tester?

• <div><p>Yes, you can try removing and replacing each individual light bulb one at a time until you find the problem bulb&mdash;just be prepared for it to take a while. The bulb tester is worth the investment if you don&rsquo;t have a lot of extra time to spare or need to test several strands of lights.</p></div>

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Jared is multi-skilled! He built bridges over culverts on my trails, carved decorative wooden handrails railings, repaired broken garage door trim, and reinforced fencing around our side yard.
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Reviewed in July 2016
Jim was very pleasant at first meeting, he came across true and reliable. I signed his contract and here's my side of the story. The contract was for an entire gut and removal of all old stuff and replacing pipes and new bath, walls and ceiling, I was to provide new toilet,floor, sink and...
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Reviewed in November 2014
I had hired her for a previous job after the tenant left the apt in a unfavorable condition and she made it sparkling clean.I was happy to have her available at this busy season for her before the holidays. Again, She was excellent and I would hired her,again.
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Reviewed in July 2013
This is a story that started about four or five years ago in January. We had to replace our ancient stove (15 years?), refrigerator (20 years, apartment size), and dishwasher (10 years). We chose to stay local, and went to Henry's. We focused in on stainless steel appliances, and wanted to...
Henry's Electric Inc
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Reviewed in September 2012
Job cost $120.00 for estimated 2 hr of work + materials.Showed on time. Installed toilet with bolts that to long, they stick out so much he could not put decorative caps on them. Vanity was to be installed in the corner with back and left side flash with the wall. Left 1/2 inch gap on the side....
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Reviewed in January 2011
I had used him before - timely, reasonably priced, and trustworthy. He called right away and came same day - right before the holiday weekend.
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Reviewed in January 2011
Heard about Jonathan through Angie's List. Had him give an estimate to repaint bathroom ceiling. He came when he said he would, was professional and had a positive attitude and kind demeanor. We hired him. In performing the job he again arrived when he said he would, stayed within estimate, and...
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Reviewed in December 2009
Excellent service and quality of work! The owner (Danny) arrived on time for the estimate and guided me through what was needed and what I could skip as I was on a budget. He helped me to select colors which I never would have considered but are absolutely beautiful and perfect for my decor. ...
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