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>

Can I leave my Christmas lights up year-round?

• <div><p>Good news, Christmas lovers: you can<b> </b>keep your lights up all year, provided you choose the type. It's critical that you choose holiday lights made for outdoor use, as these can withstand winter weather conditions. In addition, it's best to use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/incandescent-vs-led.htm">LED lights instead of incandescent ones</a>. LED bulbs can withstand temperature shifts and are energy efficient. </p><p>If you are considering leaving your holiday lights up year-round, ask your lighting installer about permanent installation. This project costs around <b>$3,500</b> but gives you about six to 10 years of LED lights and adds a pleasing aesthetic to your home. </p></div>

What are the pros and cons of professional holiday light installation?

• <div><p>Considering the pros and cons of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hire-pro-hang-christmas-lights.htm">hiring a professional holiday light installer</a> can help you decide if it’s right for you. Here are some advantages and disadvantages:</p><p><b>Pros</b></p><ul><li><p>Saves time</p></li><li><p>Reduces stress</p></li><li><p>Produces for custom, high-quality designs</p></li><li><p>Provides better-quality lights</p></li><li><p>Reduces personal safety risks </p></li><li><p>May Include takedown and storage services</p></li></ul><p><b>Cons</b></p><ul><li><p>More expensive than DIY light installation</p></li><li><p>Less control over the design</p></li><li><p>High demand for installers</p></li><li><p>Contractors may keep the lights and decorations</p></li></ul><p></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: Is it OK to hang Christmas lights from gutters?

• <div><p>It's safe to hang Christmas lights from gutters with a few considerations. First, when installing the lights, follow safe ladder-use guidelines and avoid getting onto the roof. Second, for best results and the integrity of your lights, use clips to keep the bulbs away from inside the gutters where they could run into trouble with water or ice. </p></div>

Q: How much does holiday lighting installation cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $150 to $500, depending on the complexity and size of the display.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
i hired this awesome contractor off facebook, i seen some of his post and fell in love with the painting he did. Him and his team are some awesome people and did a amazing job on my decorative trim and painting.
PNW Finishing
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Reviewed in March 2024
The last people who worked on my bathroom left it in a mess in the middle of the job and never came back. I took a chance on chris, and it worked out great for both of us. Quick work, hard work and highly motivated. I am looking forward to finishing off the bathroom with decor now. Would...
Chris's Residential Contracting
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Reviewed in February 2017
This rating concerns the interior work only, as once he finished that we decided to hire someone else to do the exterior work as well as fix the many deficiencies in the interior work. Workmanship was okay in the big areas, such as walls and ceilings. When it came to the finish work, such as...
Jack's Painting
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Reviewed in March 2015
These guys are like family, in fact I take them cookies during the holidays. I have had such bad luck with places fixing my car that I will never go any place else.
B&B Automotive Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2015
I found out I needed to baby sit this contractor. His quotes were incomplete and lacking in detail which made it difficult to compare the work he did with the proposal He relocated an overhead fixture but didn't center it as I requested. When I complained to the general contractor I was...
JEFF NELSON ELECTRIC INC
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Reviewed in February 2015
Travis was a subcontractor for a whole house remodel. He first visited to template my counters for custom granite countertops--kitchen & bath. He asked for my opinion as to where I would like the seam and answered my questions regarding the finishing edges. Although the work was ongoing...
Custom Touch Granite
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Reviewed in December 2014
I wanted to write to share our lovely Merry Christmas - 2014 happy story with you. Please share kudos to the most wonderful lady, who is herself, a gift in your local community. With the holidays swiftly approaching, I have been brainstorming on how to bring Christmas to Mom this year. I...
Connie'S Concierge Services
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Reviewed in March 2013
Brendon came to my home in December and after an inspection of the problem area placed traps in my attic. The noises I've heard come from between the floors so Brendon suggested that live traps on the eaves of my home might be more successful in catching the offending rodent. He indicated that...
Washington Wildlife Control
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Reviewed in February 2012
Every time I came home the birds were in good shape and seemed to be in good spirits which I liked. I could call and ask them to do extra things with no problems. They charged $17 per visit and a little more on holidays. I would definitely recommend them to others.
Kitty Sitty & Dogs To Go Inc
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Reviewed in December 2011
The price of the project listed above in September 2010 was for a landscaping project. Jeff removed a large area of gravel (that I had put in a year earlier and was the incorrect type for use of the area) and prepped the area with the appropriate type of landscape fabric and the right size and...
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