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Q: How can you hang Christmas lights outside without nails?

• <div><p>To hang <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hang-christmas-lights-without-nails.htm">Christmas lights outside without nails</a>, consider using alternatives like adhesive hooks, gutter clips, or even hot glue. These options allow you to secure lights to various surfaces without causing damage to your roof or siding. Be sure to clean and prepare the surface before applying these alternatives for better adhesion.</p></div>

Q: How do you make Christmas lights easy to hang next year?

• <div><p>Take a picture of your house to easily replicate the same design for next year and keep the clips and accessories. When storing your lights, wrap them around cardboard so they don&rsquo;t get tangled. Purchase a ladderless extension pole kit to hang your lights (around <b>$30 to $50</b>) for hard to reach areas.</p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;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>

Q: How many string lights can be on one outlet?

• <div><p>How many string lights can be on one outlet depends on a number of varying factors, including the total wattage of your circuit, the type of lights, the energy needs of the lights, and cord specifications. It&rsquo;s better to play it safe here to protect your circuit, so figure out the max wattage of your circuit, compare that to the lights, and move on from there. Generally speaking, LED string lights require less energy than incandescent bulbs, translating to a higher number of lights per circuit. </p></div>

Q: Are there any alternative methods for how to hang Christmas lights on fascia?

• <div><p>There aren&rsquo;t many alternative methods to hanging Christmas lights on fascia without using clips. But if you don&rsquo;t have fascia clips to hang your Christmas lights, you can use clothespins in a pinch. To do this, hold the strand of lights in place and clip it in place with the clothespin. Using nails or staples is never a good idea, as they can damage your fascia.</p></div>

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Last update on November 12, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Phil from Mega Painting and Decorating did a fabulous job painting my townhouse! He was very knowledgeable and helpful with picking colors. The job came out perfect! The work was neat and clean and he was right on schedule with the amount of time it took to complete. I highly recommend Mega...
MEGA PAINTING & DECORATING INC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Phil from Mega Painting and Decorating did a fabulous job painting my townhouse! He was very knowledgeable and helpful with picking colors. The job came out perfect! The work was neat and clean and he was right on schedule with the amount of time it took to complete. I highly recommend Mega...
Mega Painting & Decorating, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2022
George came highly recommended. He helped plan redo of bathroom. We met at Floor and Decor. He helped us pick out tile, accent trim, flooring and wall paint color. Shower hardware, fixtures, accessories, etc all top of the line. All work professionally and timely done at a reasonable price....
Agion Construction
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Reviewed in May 2021
Respected our propert and all the lawn decor ... they did a great job considering they were working in a â land mineâ of ornamentation
Eager Beaver Tree Removal Service
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Reviewed in July 2019
The work was started on time and ended on time. Tarps were laid down to protect hedges and plants. Incidental decorations were moved to places of safety. Nothing was broken or lost. Clean up was so good that it looked like a major roofing operation had not taken place. I would hire O'Brien...
O'Brien Brothers Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2018
I highly recommend this company.Chris is very creative.Chris and Richie made three stunning traditional cherry mahagony pediments. in my house.They added decorative fluted columns and beautiful crown moldings well as wainscoting and shadows boxes.Chris did exactly as we asked.He was on time and...
Yes Ma'am Decorative Contracting
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Reviewed in September 2018
Disclaimer: I received this service for free as part of my contract with a local paint company, so I cannot speak to price. Carmela was a joy to work with. For those who think, as I originally did, you'd get a hoity-toity designer who would look down their nose at your choices and/or current...
Abella Home Staging & Redesign
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Reviewed in May 2017
I have a decorating business and worked with him multiple times. He is fabulous, he is very talented, very professional and all my clients were very happy.
Silk Installations, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2016
Since this was our second home we were not able to be there during the renovations. We received photos ,texts, phone calls and emails regarding the projects in work. When we arrived on the weekend, home was left in great condition. Our neighbors also told us that the workers were there, on...
Selective Remodeling
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Thomas kennedy

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"Thomas was very thoughtful and considerate. He came to introduce himself and see the job to explain and give an accurate description of what he was going to do. He was done in a timely manner and cleaned up the area where he worked. I would use him again."

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In business since 2007

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"They were very friendly and professional! They did great work and I would definitely hire them again. They had to take down existing 100 year old box and install new fan rated Bar Box and put up a new ceiling fan."

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Response time12 hrs

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Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Stone Quality Contracting

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Skilled contractor knew exactly what I wanted, was clean, punctual and polite. I have recommend his services many times. Definitely a number you donâ t want to lose.!"

+17

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"We were very happy with the work Steve did. Took about two hours and was very reasonably priced. Would definitely hire Steve again!"

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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AAA POOLS SERVICES CORP

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"They do amazing work. I had permanent outdoor lights installed around the house. You can tell they take pride in their work, and it shows. I think it come out amazing."

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Shawn the electrician

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Very hard working and very dedicated to this craft.

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Mac & Son Electric LLC

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

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Mac & Son Electric LLC is a company that specializes in panel and service upgrades, electrical remodeling, troubleshooting, interior and exterior lighting, commercial and residential, and any electrical projects or issues.

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Robert Armstrong

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I've been in the trades for 20 years. framed houses in the Hampton. Renovated full houses. And also do commercial/ residential HVAC and welding. I like to keep my attention to detail, and keeping a clean job.

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"the owner was nice and friendly to talk to! quick and easy process to get those lights up!"

+45

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Reflections Window and Gutter Cleaning

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Serving East Patchogue, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Good, work was performed when they said it would be done."

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

To hang Christmas lights outside without nails, consider using alternatives like adhesive hooks, gutter clips, or even hot glue. These options allow you to secure lights to various surfaces without causing damage to your roof or siding. Be sure to clean and prepare the surface before applying these alternatives for better adhesion.

Take a picture of your house to easily replicate the same design for next year and keep the clips and accessories. When storing your lights, wrap them around cardboard so they don’t get tangled. Purchase a ladderless extension pole kit to hang your lights (around $30 to $50) for hard to reach areas.

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.

How many string lights can be on one outlet depends on a number of varying factors, including the total wattage of your circuit, the type of lights, the energy needs of the lights, and cord specifications. It’s better to play it safe here to protect your circuit, so figure out the max wattage of your circuit, compare that to the lights, and move on from there. Generally speaking, LED string lights require less energy than incandescent bulbs, translating to a higher number of lights per circuit.

There aren’t many alternative methods to hanging Christmas lights on fascia without using clips. But if you don’t have fascia clips to hang your Christmas lights, you can use clothespins in a pinch. To do this, hold the strand of lights in place and clip it in place with the clothespin. Using nails or staples is never a good idea, as they can damage your fascia.

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