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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: 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&rsquo;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>

Q: How do you synchronize Christmas lights to music?

• <div><p>Yes, you can synchronize Christmas lights with music to create a DIY light show. To do this, you will need several components. For hardware, you'll need standard holiday lights, decorations, lawn ornaments, tools, outdoor-rated extension cords, a computer, and a light show control system or digital controller. You will also need specialized software to program the show; popular options include Light-O-Rama (LOR), Vixen, xLights, and Animated Lights. Some, like Vixen and Animated Lights, are considered more beginner-friendly. The process involves using the software to program your lights, choosing an audio method such as speakers or an FM broadcast, and testing the entire system to make sure it's working correctly before the show.</p></div>

Q: How do you make a prelit Christmas tree light blink?

• <div><p>If you take home a pre-lit Christmas tree but want to spruce it up with blinking lights, don&rsquo;t worry, there&rsquo;s a simple solution. You can easily replace the light bulbs on the pre-lit tree with flashing bulbs. For a more subtle look, only replace some of the bulbs with flashing bulbs.</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>

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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

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Recommended by82%of homeowners

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

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

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and Bob did an AMAZING job painting our house and sealing our porch! Beautifully done and well exceeded my expectations. These guys are great people, kind, professional and very patient with me as we chose our colors! I would highly recommend them. 100%."

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Response time1 day

70 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Evan Dunning

New to Angi

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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3rd year apprentice electrician looking for small side jobs

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Pinpoint Electric LLC

New to Angi

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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"Picked up screens and delivered within one week. Well done."

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

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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

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.

Considering the pros and cons of hiring a professional holiday light installer can help you decide if it’s right for you. Here are some advantages and disadvantages:

Pros

Saves time
Reduces stress
Produces for custom, high-quality designs
Provides better-quality lights
Reduces personal safety risks
May Include takedown and storage services

Cons

More expensive than DIY light installation
Less control over the design
High demand for installers
Contractors may keep the lights and decorations

Yes, you can synchronize Christmas lights with music to create a DIY light show. To do this, you will need several components. For hardware, you'll need standard holiday lights, decorations, lawn ornaments, tools, outdoor-rated extension cords, a computer, and a light show control system or digital controller. You will also need specialized software to program the show; popular options include Light-O-Rama (LOR), Vixen, xLights, and Animated Lights. Some, like Vixen and Animated Lights, are considered more beginner-friendly. The process involves using the software to program your lights, choosing an audio method such as speakers or an FM broadcast, and testing the entire system to make sure it's working correctly before the show.

If you take home a pre-lit Christmas tree but want to spruce it up with blinking lights, don’t worry, there’s a simple solution. You can easily replace the light bulbs on the pre-lit tree with flashing bulbs. For a more subtle look, only replace some of the bulbs with flashing bulbs.

It’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.

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