What does it mean if half my string of lights is flashing?

• <div><p>The most likely cause of accidentally flashing lights is that a regular bulb has been replaced with a flash bulb by accident. If that’s not the case, you should look for a bulb on the strand that is not quite seated properly and will lose its connection when it’s touched or moved.</p></div>

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Q: How can I prevent Christmas lights from becoming damaged?

• <div><p>You can take a few steps to prolong the life of your holiday lights. Make sure to replace burnt-out bulbs as quickly as possible to avoid overloading the rest of the circuit and knocking out more lights. Before packing them up each year, plug each strand into the wall to confirm everything is still working. Wrap the lights carefully back into their original packaging or something similar&mdash;winding a strand tightly together or leaving it to hang loose in a storage bin can lead to frayed or damaged wiring. </p></div>

Q: Should you tip holiday decorators?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s unnecessary to tip holiday decorators, and most professionals won&rsquo;t expect it, but it&rsquo;s a nice gesture to show your appreciation for their work. If the expert goes above and beyond to keep your delicate decorations safe, or they&rsquo;re hanging your exterior lights and putting out lawn decorations in freezing temperatures or inclement weather, a tip between <b>10% and 20%</b> of your total will be appreciated. Large jobs that include interior and exterior work are also good opportunities to tip, especially if your expert is performing a rush job close to the holidays.</p></div>

Q: Can I use both LED and incandescent Christmas lights together?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit. </p></div>

Q: Why should I hire a holiday light installation professional?

• <div><p>While DIY Christmas light hanging is possible, there are a few reasons why outsourcing this project is in your best interest. First and foremost, your safety is essential. People who are physically unable to hang outdoor lights should consider hiring a pro for this job. Also, homes that pose a safety hazard, like multiple stories, should have a professional tackle the lighting project.</p><p>Additionally, hiring a professional holiday lighting expert is a great idea when you won't be able to maintain your holiday lights throughout the season, as many pros include repairs as part of their rates and packages.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2024
Mr. White did an excellent job and provided superior service beyond any of the other 2 plumbers called for this incident. The first local one didn't do anything except say they couldn't do it. "we don't have a jet.". Mr. White, however, did clear the line considerably,...
JRW Construction Co.
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Reviewed in February 2015
Excellent program. The company provided an architech that showed the changes via 3D computer model. A decorator of the company gave excellent guidance on all phase of color and selection of each component. Workers were on time, courteous and took ownership of the project. These people were...
Sam Pitzulo Homes & Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2014
I was emailed via Angie's list that someone named Vickie would contact me to arrange a date for service. That never happened. I called before the holidays to pick a start date, no one returned the call. Someone reached out again in January via the Angie's list email service telling me that I...
Simply Interior & Exterior Painting
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Reviewed in May 2013
Cindy is a great real estate agent. She is very responsive, and returned emails and phone calls in a timely manner. She found us a nice home and was very thorough. She explained every detail, and we felt comfortable with a stressful situation, which every home buying experience is. We live...
Cindy Best
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Reviewed in December 2012
They haven't been able to fix the leak, it is still leaking. The last technician was out on December 20, 2012. He supposedly fixed it, but it is worse now than it was before. We have called three times since then and left messages with their answering service. The answering service said they...
Home Solutions Handyman
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Reviewed in September 2011
Tony has done landscaping for us and has built a patio with decorative stone. We’ve recommended him to our neighbors and they were very pleased, as well. He is very detail-oriented and very neat and the work is great.
Second Nature Landscape Services Inc
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Reviewed in September 2010
Price quoted was misrepresented on the confirmation email. Poor customer service skills by "staff" who aren't trained to answer clients questions nor do they have any authority to make it right for the client. Staff doesn't seem to really care for your animals, just for animals in general. This...
Now Boarding
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Reviewed in January 2009
They delivered the dumpster on time as scheduled for contractors to use for a demolition project at a rental property. They picked up the dumpster on time a little over a week later. I got a few extra days for the same price because of the Christmas holiday.
SHAMROCK ROLL-OFFS LLC
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