Christmas Lights on Trees and Bushes: How Pros Light Them
Trunk wraps, branch wraps, canopy drapes and net lights create different looks. This guide helps you plan the effect and the light count. Tree and bush installa…
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Straight answers about Christmas lights, from choosing a bulb to understanding your quote. Explore the guides, then ask us about your own home.
Updated October 8, 2026 · NW Christmas Lights teamHow to Hang Christmas Lights on Your House Like a Pro
The best way to hang Christmas lights on a house: measure every run, buy factory-made strands that fit, clip every bulb on the ground, then hang from the outlet…
LED vs Incandescent Christmas Lights: Cost to Run and Look
LED Christmas lights use less electricity than incandescent lights of the same bulb count. Compare the wattage printed on the actual products, then multiply by …
C7 vs C9 Christmas Lights: Which to Use on Your Roofline
A C9 is the bigger bulb: about 1⅛ inches wide and 2¼ inches long, on a 17 mm E17 base. A C7 is about ⅞ inch wide and 1½ inches long, on a 12 mm E12 base, and ne…
How Much Does Christmas Light Installation Cost?
Our 2026 first-installation rate is $6.50–$14 per foot, depending on when you pay the 50% deposit. Installation, takedown and storage are included. Reinstallati…
When to Book Christmas Light Installation
Start planning before the date you want the lights on. Our planned 2026 installation window is October 15–December 10; the date is confirmed in your quote. Payi…
Is It Worth Paying Someone to Hang Christmas Lights?
Professional installation can be worthwhile when the roofline is hard to reach or you want installation, in-season help, takedown and storage handled together. …
Do Christmas Lights Damage Your Roof or Gutters?
The attachment method and condition of the surface matter. Our seasonal service uses a clip on every bulb, with no staples, nails or zip ties on gutters. The te…
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