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Q: What kind of lights do you use on a palm tree?

• <div><p>String LED lights are the best lights to use on a palm tree, as they&rsquo;re long-lasting, energy-efficient, and won&rsquo;t go out if a single bulb stops working.</p></div>

Q: Do Christmas lights need to be grounded?

• <div><p>Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.</p></div>

Q: Are LED Christmas lights safe to leave up all year?

• <div><p>No, you should not leave LED Christmas lights up all year. While the LED lights themselves are very durable, their wiring and casings can be as vulnerable as any Christmas lights. They&rsquo;re subject to drying out, experiencing cold or sun damage that causes them to crack, and even damage caused by gnawing pests. (The same is true of incandescents.) If you want your lights to last the years that they&rsquo;re rated for, bring them inside after Christmas is over. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to have your house decorated for Christmas?

• <div><p>The cost to have your house decorated for Christmas depends on the extent of your holiday vision. Interior decorators charge between <b>$50 and $150 per hour </b>on average, so if your decorations are minimal, you could pay as little as <b>$200 </b>for a couple of hours of decorating. Interior decorators might also bill<b> $5 to $12 per square foot</b>, or a flat rate of <b>$500 to $1,300 per room</b>.<b> </b>You can also pay to have your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/christmas-tree-decorating-service-cost.htm">Christmas tree professionally decorated</a> for an average of <b>$200 to $600</b>. Contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/interior-decorators/">local interior decorator</a> for a specific quote.</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 February 19, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
Ballweg Home Decorating completely changed my shower, kitchen, dining, and living room from a dated house to a new, modern home that we are excited to come home to.
Ballweg's Home Decorating Center
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Reviewed in June 2025
Highly recommend First Due Landscape because the owner is knowledgeable, friendly, honest and reliable. He tends to our lawn weekly giving it that fresh cut grass look and edging the driveway and sidewalks!
First Due Lawnscapes
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Reviewed in April 2022
Stone Concepts is the go to business if you are looking for great granite at the best price with above and beyond meticulous installation. We took our time over the last few years making this major kitchen decision. We researched, and visited numerous sites looking for not only the best granite...
STONE CONCEPTS CORPORATION
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Reviewed in May 2019
Ben is awesome. He came on a holiday. did great work. very appreciative
Lake Country Doors
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Reviewed in December 2018
Very pleased with how they could accommodate me right before the holidays.
Batzner Pest Control
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Reviewed in February 2017
Very well. Our gas fireplace is 20+ years old and didn't seem to work anymore. It was little more than a decoration until Fox came. After a thorough cleaning and diagnostic, we had a cheery fire going. The whole visit only took about an hour.
Fox Chimney Service LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
The spring on our garage door failed Thanksgiving Day. With no backup spring we weren't able to lift the door manually to get our cars out of the garage (too heavy). We called every garage door service we could find on Angie's List and left messages. Aspen was the first to respond on...
Aspen Garage Door Inc
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Reviewed in November 2015
<p>Tanya arrived on time, was very pleasant to work with and offered great ideas.She came with a swatch of Benjamin Moore paint colors. I will use her again for more input on décor and drapery items and for suggestions regarding the lower level of our home.</p> <p><br /></p> <br />
TK Designs & Consulting, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
We purchased a home that was last decorated in 1967. The home had blue, white, and yellow shag carpet, and abundance of wallpaper and marigold yellow kitchen cabinets. <br /> I needed some help to make my vision reality. After interviewing Interior Designers and Contractors, we met Maria. She...
SIMPLY STATED INTERIORS LLC
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Reviewed in December 2013
<p>We have a very large property and many, many oaks, hickory and cherry trees. The result is knee-high leaves across several acres of lawn and gardens.</p> <p>We have hired Barnes to clear this area for three years. This year was especially challenging with the late leaf drop, early snow and...
Barnes Inc
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Holiday Creations

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In business since 2005

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

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Gus

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I’ve been doing electrical since I graduated, I’m going on 6 years.

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Pinpoint Electric LLC

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"Matthew did a fantastic job installing our new quad-receptacle GFCI outlet in our basement. We will absolutely hire him again in the future!! He was polite, punctual, communicated well with us, and his pricing was very reasonable. He cleaned up after his work, which we appreciated. He's definitely a professional electrician that I would refer to my family and friends."

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

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Big Jons Handyman Service

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Hi, my name is Jon. I am retired paramedic. Now doing handyman work. From changing a lightbulb ceiling fan to putting together furniture I have done a little bit of everything.. I do flooring as well. I can tear out carpeting and tile and replace it with laminate. I’m very fair priced.

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Traditions Holiday Lighting & Seasonal Decor

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Serving Waterloo, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Matt is a very upstanding young man works very hard and does not waste any time on time kind of guy cleaned up after he was done and was very polite."

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Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Waterloo, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring that your home remains in excellent condition all year round. Whether you need your gutters cleaned, a TV mounted, or a fresh coat of paint, we've got you covered. Our exterior permanent lighting solutions not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home but also increase safety and security. Trust us to take care of your home as if it were our own, with reliability, precision, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Jays Handyman Service

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Serving Waterloo, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"Jay was able to come the same day and completed the projects quickly and efficiently. Would definitely hire again and highly recommend!"

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Doyle Buzzell Improvements

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Serving Waterloo, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

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"Doyle went out of his way to do the job right, at a great price. Highly recommended! Thank you, Doyle!"

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Not Just Lawncare LLC

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Serving Waterloo, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"He did ok on the lawn and he's punctual. After my initial meeting with them the contact is sporadic. I've sent him three emails and he's only responded to one. I will continue using his services in the future."

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

String LED lights are the best lights to use on a palm tree, as they’re long-lasting, energy-efficient, and won’t go out if a single bulb stops working.

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

No, you should not leave LED Christmas lights up all year. While the LED lights themselves are very durable, their wiring and casings can be as vulnerable as any Christmas lights. They’re subject to drying out, experiencing cold or sun damage that causes them to crack, and even damage caused by gnawing pests. (The same is true of incandescents.) If you want your lights to last the years that they’re rated for, bring them inside after Christmas is over.

The cost to have your house decorated for Christmas depends on the extent of your holiday vision. Interior decorators charge between $50 and $150 per hour on average, so if your decorations are minimal, you could pay as little as $200 for a couple of hours of decorating. Interior decorators might also bill $5 to $12 per square foot, or a flat rate of $500 to $1,300 per room. You can also pay to have your Christmas tree professionally decorated for an average of $200 to $600. Contact a local interior decorator for a specific quote.

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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