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Q: What benefits does professional holiday lighting installation provide?

• <div><p>Professional installation offers several benefits, including a safe and efficient setup, access to specialized equipment, design expertise to enhance aesthetic appeal, and the assurance that electrical components are properly managed to prevent hazards or damage.</p></div>

Q: How much do professional holiday decorating services cost?

• <div><p>Professional holiday decorating services cost between $300 and $2,500 or more, with an average cost of about $1,500. The total price depends on the size of your home, the extent of the work, your location, and whether materials are included. Simple interior decoration may cost around $300, while a combination of interior and exterior work often totals around $800. For large or extensive design services, you could pay $2,500 or more. Common service costs can include: exterior holiday light installation ($400), Christmas tree decoration ($200&ndash;$600), interior holiday design ($50&ndash;$200 per hour), and holiday landscaping ($50&ndash;$100 per hour). Note that some prices may only include labor, not the cost of the decorations themselves.</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 can you hang Christmas lights on a ceiling without using nails or hooks?

• <div><p>To hang Christmas lights on a ceiling without using nails or traditional hooks, you have several damage-free options. Adhesive hooks and clips are a popular choice. For smaller projects, you can use pushpins, tacks, or adhesive putty. Specially designed transparent tape that can hold weight without damaging paint is also effective. For a more creative approach, consider stringing the lights over a curtain rod near the ceiling. If you have a drop ceiling, look for clips and hooks designed to attach to the metal framing. Note that staples can also be used, but may leave small holes.</p></div>

Q: Why do Christmas lights always get tangled?

• <div><p>Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible&mdash;which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.</p></div>

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Last update on October 29, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
They came in did a fabulous work at my business putting up holiday light and they were really respectful straight forward and would love to keep doing bussing together
Arven Outdoor Living
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Reviewed in October 2024
Studio 72 is the best company to call for holiday/seasonal lighting. They do a great job of communicating the entire process as well as their work speaks for itself. Always will use this team and can count on them to make my home looking real pretty and bright for the holiday(s) season.
Studio 72 Lighting
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Reviewed in July 2024
Great job replacing a decorative beam during the painting. One stop shop.
Culver's Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
As a homeowner meticulous about the upkeep of my property, I recently engaged the services of Go Pro Paint & Decor to refresh the exterior of my residence. From the initial consultation to the final brushstroke, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The professionalism exhibited by...
Go Pro Paint & Decor Llc
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Reviewed in February 2023
Laura redid my fireplace to soften the look and match with my decor. It turned out even more beautiful than I could have imagined, and it was reasonably priced!!!
It's NOT Wallpaper
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Reviewed in May 2019
The design and remodeling completely satisfied my expectations. The design phase went quickly with all the details covered. All the selections were made during the “decorate” part. Saved me from going to multiple stores. Workmanship is top notch with value associated with the outlay.
BATH AND KITCHEN SPECIALISTS, INC
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Reviewed in June 2015
Curt gave us several good ideas. For the time we spent together, he helped us rearrange our living room and gave us some ideas on how to decorate it. We would use Curt in the future. <br />
Schultheiss Contractors LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
I needed to paint my kitchen and update my great room and I hired Kristie to help with color and decorating suggestions. I have a type of tile in my kitchen which makes color choices difficult. She was able to help me choose paint colors that worked well and complimented each other. She also...
Interiors Designed LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Jim was at the house every day to oversee this large remodel project. His subcontractors were here on time and all did quality work. I did not use a decorator, but Jim gave good input as far as decorative guidance. There was a big surprise when the old flooring in the kitchen was taken up. There...
J. Stefl Development
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Reviewed in March 2014
They were excellent. I thought it was great, i choice them for the quality of the product. The decorator was very helpful too in determining and helping me make my decisions which was overwhelming and the overall price of the product was good compared to the estimates from our previous company....
JC PENNY PHOTOGRAPHY
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Holiday Creations

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time knowledgeable and very pleasant . An excellent experience all around"

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

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"Studio 72 is the best company to call for holiday/seasonal lighting. They do a great job of communicating the entire process as well as their work speaks for itself. Always will use this team and can count on them to make my home looking real pretty and bright for the holiday(s) season."

Response time11 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by16%of homeowners

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

Blingle is a year round lighting service company that specializes in Landscape Lighting, Holiday Lighting, Event Lighting, Patio Lighting and Permanent Lighting. We bring the fun to anyone's business or back yard. Let our trained professionals create the right ambiance Lighting for your project today.\n\nEvery lighting project at Blingle follows a simple, guided process to ensure our customers get what they want. We aim to help the process flow smoothly from the first consultation to installation.\n\nOur consultations can be completed virtually or in-person with one of our Blingle design specialists. Our designers will collaborate with you to assess your project needs and provide a digital, visualized representation of your property to see how the finished installation could look before you formally commit to the work.

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Recommended by16%of homeowners

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The projects were done professionally and with care. Having a flexible schedule helped with having the work done in a reasonable amount of time. I'm 100% satisfied and will hire him again."

Response time2 days

Recommended by63%of homeowners

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S&S Painting and Restoration, LLC

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"Very impressed and he gave us addresses of places to look at that he completed. We are on his books for this fall"

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Response time1 day

64 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Evan Dunning

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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3rd year apprentice electrician looking for small side jobs

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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"Nice young man did his work and left my place clean. When he finish the job."

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Pinpoint Electric LLC

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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Quality I don’t cut corners. Clean and up to code work with years of experience in the field very well rounded electrician.

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Marios Handy Man services

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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I am a honest ,responsible, puntual and a hard working person. I take pride in all I do . My handy man services is a secondary business for me. I specialize in telecommunication and home audio video with my full time employer of 27 years. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or request I be able to assist you with.\nThank you

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Traditions Holiday Lighting & Seasonal Decor

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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very accommodating with scheduling. The 2 man crew that arrived were extremely friendly & professional. There are a couple windows with just a few streaks, but it may be the configuration of the windows, not the workers fault."

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Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

Professional installation offers several benefits, including a safe and efficient setup, access to specialized equipment, design expertise to enhance aesthetic appeal, and the assurance that electrical components are properly managed to prevent hazards or damage.

Professional holiday decorating services cost between $300 and $2,500 or more, with an average cost of about $1,500. The total price depends on the size of your home, the extent of the work, your location, and whether materials are included. Simple interior decoration may cost around $300, while a combination of interior and exterior work often totals around $800. For large or extensive design services, you could pay $2,500 or more. Common service costs can include: exterior holiday light installation ($400), Christmas tree decoration ($200–$600), interior holiday design ($50–$200 per hour), and holiday landscaping ($50–$100 per hour). Note that some prices may only include labor, not the cost of the decorations themselves.

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.

To hang Christmas lights on a ceiling without using nails or traditional hooks, you have several damage-free options. Adhesive hooks and clips are a popular choice. For smaller projects, you can use pushpins, tacks, or adhesive putty. Specially designed transparent tape that can hold weight without damaging paint is also effective. For a more creative approach, consider stringing the lights over a curtain rod near the ceiling. If you have a drop ceiling, look for clips and hooks designed to attach to the metal framing. Note that staples can also be used, but may leave small holes.

Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible—which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.

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