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>

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>

Is it safe to fix my own Christmas lights?

• <div><p>Yes, tackling blown fuses and broken light bulbs is definitely safe. Fixing the wiring on a strand of Christmas lights isn’t a good idea, though, because of the danger of shock and fire. However, if you don’t feel comfortable working with any type of electricity, consider hiring a professional Christmas light installer to manage the job safely and efficiently.</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: Do I need special tools to fix Christmas lights?

• <div><p>An affordable Christmas light bulb testing and replacement tool can make the job easier. But you can most likely make all necessary repairs yourself using common toolbox items if you&rsquo;d rather avoid purchasing another gadget. </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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Last update on December 07, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
We had a short circuit in the outdoor wiring. Our neighbor recommended Autuori, and they came out the next day. Anthony and his son John figured it out and got us back in business just before the Thanksgiving holiday, which was great.
Autuori Electric LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Junior was great! He immediately should be exactly was I wanted, gave a great price and was efficient. Very personable and communicated every step of the way. He even was able to install before the holidays. They did a great job installing and making sure everything was perfect!
JRL Granite & Marble
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Reviewed in November 2022
Chris called promptly on a holiday weekend and came out the same day! Fantastic work! Thank you again Chris.
Chris Sheppard Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
Professional and personable. He lived up to the 5-star ratings others gave which is why I chose Valeri. I called over Thanksgiving and left several messages that were unanswered, but I had no emergency and gave the benefit of doubt that he was away for the holiday. He was since he came out...
Valeri Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2017
Although backed up with other calls of no heat, frozen pipes etc., they were able to respond that afternoon and unblocked the main. Nce again they came to the rescue. Two years ago on a holiday, my hot water heater burst. They came out quickly and replaced the heater. Highly recommended.
Mark Lindsay & Son Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in March 2017
Lisa was great. With her help, I was able to envision my kitchen and great room in a different light. It was very easy to connect with Lisa on facetime., which allowed her to view my home in real time. She provided me with great color and decorating suggestions. I am very pleased with her...
Inspirations For Your Home LLC
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Reviewed in February 2017
I will definitely use Voom again! Drapes and blinds were made from high quality materials and function exceptionally well. We needed window treatments that look great but can also be opened and closed daily- function was key for us. We received professional timely, service with the addition of...
VOOM Window Fashions
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Reviewed in January 2014
After we sat with Jason, planning our landscape design, he said he would again get back to us with a quote in a few days, and could start work the next week. We heard nothing after a few days, so we emailed him. He said the nursery was closed over the holidays, and he would get back to us when...
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Reviewed in August 2012
My daughter had a clock that she kept on her dinning room wall and it was a decorative but working clock. It wasn't working and Morton's Jewelers had an advertisement and she brought it in to him. I think he hired another vendor to do the work, but that's where we went and he did a nice job....
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Reviewed in January 2006
THEY WERE EXCELLENT. I RECOMMEND THEM ALL THE TIME. THEY WERE HONEST, FRIENDLY AND PROFESSIONAL IN HOW THEY TREATED THE CUSTOMER. I NEVER FELT RUSHED IN THE ROOM. I WAS OFFERED A 1 HOUR VISIT WITH THE INTERIOR DESIGNER WHO HELPED ME AND CAME AND DECORATED MY HOUSE. I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM...
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