How long can you hang lights on stucco without damage?

• <div><p>The length of time shouldn’t matter much if you stick with lightweight Christmas lights and similar decorations. Those shouldn’t pose risks to your stucco. You should avoid attaching anything to your stucco that could fall because it’s too heavy, which may take part of the stucco with it. Some methods, like using double-sided tape or adhesive hooks, will naturally wear out over time and lead to falling lights, so don’t expect to leave these lights up year-round.</p></div>

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Q: What maintenance is required for holiday lights?

• <div><p>Inspect for burnt-out bulbs, secure connections, and protect from water exposure to maintain functionality.</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 long can you hang lights on stucco without damage?

• <div><p>The length of time shouldn&rsquo;t matter much if you stick with lightweight Christmas lights and similar decorations. Those shouldn&rsquo;t pose risks to your stucco. You should avoid attaching anything to your stucco that could fall because it&rsquo;s too heavy, which may take part of the stucco with it. Some methods, like using double-sided tape or adhesive hooks, will naturally wear out over time and lead to falling lights, so don&rsquo;t expect to leave these lights up year-round.</p></div>

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: Do you need gutters to hang Christmas lights?

• <div><p>In the Christmas days of yore, people braved winter weather to staple or tack their Christmas lights onto their rooftops or nearby surfaces like the fascia boards. Problems quickly emerged with that approach. Damage to the roof, even small marks from staples, provides entryways for moisture and similar issues that can hasten roof rot, wear, and associated leaks. Plus, some homes had tough fiber cement boards or other materials where staples and screws didn&rsquo;t work.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2022
For several years Nadine has been decorating our apartment building for the holidays. We recommend her to all Bozzuto properties in the DMV. We look forward to this weekend which you can check out decorations @450kdc on Instagram.
Enchanting Designs
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Reviewed in February 2022
Working with Heather from was an all-around wonderful experience. With a quick consultation she identified the style we were looking for and provided us with a few alternatives to fill in our new space within our budget. Not only did she simplify the overwhelming process of curating a cohesive...
FUNCY DECOR
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Reviewed in April 2021
I highly recommend the services of David. He is professional, proficient, and timely. I am very proud of his finished works. His services exceeded my expectations, when it comes to modern day poise and class decor; he is the go to! Do know that my remodeled basement is a show stopper for...
House Doctors of DC
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Reviewed in December 2020
Pascal was great! He showed up on time which is really important to me. Being prompt may seem unimportant, but I believe it shows respect for the customer and I really appreciate that. He took the chair and repaired it and returned it within 2 weeks over the Christmas holidays. I'm very happy...
Pascal's Woodworking
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Reviewed in August 2018
I am an interior decorator and I have worked with Jose at Advancepro on several projects, including my own home. He is totally professional and the nicest guy to work with as are all his workers. He is always on time, responds immediately to all my text/calls, and does a great job at everything...
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Reviewed in June 2017
We called Donald from Dj's plumbing services on Friday night of a holiday weekend. He was incredibly responsive and helpful. He immediately sent someone over who was quickly able to diagnose and resolve the problem. We were so grateful to have found Dj's plumbing services and will definitely use...
DJ's Plumbing Services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
I called at at the last minute before Thanksgiving holiday. They came promptly and did a very professional job. I was very pleased and will use them again.
C&Painting LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
Margaret was terrific to work with and provided us with some great ideas for our home... from common sense stuff (that we never thought of before) to some great ideas for rearranging/repurposing our existing furniture and decor items. She was very helpful in making our home more livable in the...
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