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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: Why do Christmas lights always get tangled?

• <div><p>Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible&mdash;which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance is needed for holiday lighting between seasons?

• <div><p>Between seasons, inspect cords for damage, replace burnt-out bulbs, and clean lighting fixtures to prevent dirt buildup. Proper storage in cool, dry conditions will extend the lights' lifespan and minimize repairs or replacements when redeployed.</p></div>

Q: Do Christmas lights need to be grounded?

• <div><p>Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals put lights on a Christmas tree?

• <div><p>Professionals use the same methods found in this guide unless they&rsquo;re decorating a particularly large Christmas tree. In that case, they may also make use of tools like extension poles to get the job done. </p></div>

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Last update on November 29, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
They did a holiday lighting for us. They came on Thanksgivings day and got the job done in a few hours. Did a great professional job. Easy to talk to and responsible. They asked me to send pictures of the lights at night to see how it looks. Out of hundreds of light bulbs, the spotted two...
Landscaping Perez
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Reviewed in October 2025
Have been doing Holiday lighting for many years , Very professional. Job done perfectly
Rockin N Lighting
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Reviewed in January 2024
Excellent work done in a timely manner. No one else could accommodate us until after the holidays, but Mr.DiDonato assured us that he would do the work for us before Christmas.
John Michael & Sons Electrical Contracting Corp.
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Reviewed in February 2021
Our house looks great with the new siding and right in time for the holidays. Happy holidays to Rick and Tristate for a job well done.
Tristate Remodelers, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2020
Quick response very professional and courteous They were thorough explaining the whole process and completed the job beautifully and quickly. The holiday lightning experience they provided for myself and my grandkids was wonderful. The whole experience Was priceless Thanks to Nick. Merry...
Midland Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in September 2020
I really appreciated the input they gave on the various options we had, they provided decorating advice, which I wasn't expecting, so it was nice.
City Zen Painting
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Reviewed in February 2019
I was referred to Premier Painting by a friend and I was not disappointed. All three bedrooms on the second floor were done quickly and efficiently. I did not need to move my furniture or remove any wall art as Mike and his staff took care of everything. My wife and I couldn't agree on a color...
Premier painting
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Reviewed in December 2016
I just had all the rooms of my home completely painted. They tell you upfront what the cost will be and there were no hidden costs involved. They arrive on time, take great care of your personal possessions, and do a great painting job. They also have an interior decorator on hand, if needed....
Old School Painting
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Reviewed in December 2015
Fall leaves and brush removal was done well. The only issue was coming home to a small broken Christmas decoration on the lawn. Nothing was said to my wife or myself about it. Other than that, the work was done to my expectations.
Cruz Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2014
To say that I am pleased when the job is finished is an understatement. Carolyn came on-time and and went straight to work, she played Christmas music as she decorated -which put us in a Christmas spirit. She made bows from my old ribbons and utilized my existing decorations,...
The Christmas Decorators
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Landscaping Perez

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Holiday Lighting - Add or Remove

Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They did a holiday lighting for us. They came on Thanksgivings day and got the job done in a few hours. Did a great professional job. Easy to talk to and responsible. They asked me to send pictures of the lights at night to see how it looks. Out of hundreds of light bulbs, the spotted two light bulbs were not lit and told me they will come back next week to replace them."

+13

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Precision Exterior Lighting

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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"Turned out better than we expected. Very professional"

+15

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Midas Home Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were prompt and they delivered what they said they would do as far as the quote. Efficient, timely and came back when they said they would to remove the lighting."

+24

Response time4 hrs

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom was fantastic. Repaired our wrought iron railing and then painted it which was unexpected. Would highly recommend him Hired him for another project."

Response time2 days

Response rate88%

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quality work

"Customer service was A++++++. They did a nice job and it was a pleasant transaction. I will use again. Thank you."

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Christian

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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I’m a 28 year old Electrical mechanic based out of Yonkers New York. I specialize in commercial electrical work but have done plenty of work on residential projects. I provide quality work from years of experience, from low voltage to high voltage I can execute whatever a project needs.

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Shawn the electrician

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Very hard working and very dedicated to this craft.

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Paul Wisotsky

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Hi, I am an electrician in NYC and have 5+ years of experience within this trade. I went through an apprenticeship to gain all the knowledge I possess within the electrical industry. I take pride in the work that I do and making sure the customer is satisfied with work completion.

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K.A Electric

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Serving Sewaren, NJ and surrounding areas

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Nicholas Romito

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Hi my name is Nick, I’ve been working has a handy man with my dad since a young age. I am an electrician now, looking for some extra side work

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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.

Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible—which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.

Between seasons, inspect cords for damage, replace burnt-out bulbs, and clean lighting fixtures to prevent dirt buildup. Proper storage in cool, dry conditions will extend the lights' lifespan and minimize repairs or replacements when redeployed.

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

Professionals use the same methods found in this guide unless they’re decorating a particularly large Christmas tree. In that case, they may also make use of tools like extension poles to get the job done.

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