Best holiday decorators near White River, SD

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.

There are several ways to hang Christmas lights safely. Here are some key Christmas light safety tips to keep in mind:

• Always use Christmas lights and extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.

• Don’t overload outlets by plugging in too many lights.

• Opt for LED lights for a safer display that saves on energy costs.

• Do not use old or broken Christmas lights.

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.

Repairing a strand of Christmas lights will save you a few dollars and the hassle of going to the store to purchase new ones. That may or may not be enough to make fixing them worth it to you. However, if the lights are already hanging or around the tree, removing and replacing them is far more time-consuming than performing a quick repair job.