Holiday lights add luster to the winter season and help promote the holiday spirit. Here are three pro tips for working with holiday lights:
Start early: Don’t wait until the weather turns wet, icy, or cold. It’s easier and safer to work when the weather is mild. Even if you don’t hang your lights yet, you can prep: Install hooks and hangers and run extension cords now.
Create a map: Create a to-scale map with your home’s measurements to figure out how many light strands and extension cords you’ll need for each area. This will save you time next year as well if you use the same display.
Go all LED: Today’s LED holiday lights are brighter, longer lasting and more energy efficient. Plus, you’re less likely to blow a fuse since you can run many strands end-to-end.