FAQ

The best time to schedule your holiday light installation is between late September and October. During this period, the days are getting shorter, evenings arrive earlier, and the weather is generally mild with fewer chances of delays. By scheduling early, your lights will be up, on a timer, and ready to put you in the holiday spirit—without worrying about last-minute weather or scheduling challenges.

While many people wait until after Thanksgiving to start decorating, this can often be too late. Demand is much higher at that time, and installation schedules fill up quickly. To ensure your home is beautifully lit for the season, we recommend booking your installation in late August through early October. This way, your display will be ready well before the holiday rush.

This is one of the most common questions we receive. Every project is unique, and costs can vary based on several factors—such as the amount of lighting, the size and height of the property, project complexity, staffing needs, and any specialized equipment required.

In general, holiday lighting installations can range from a few thousand dollars and up, depending on the size and scope of your display. Some homeowners prefer simple, elegant designs with just a few strands of lights, while others choose elaborate displays featuring thousands of LEDs, animations, and themed décor. Larger installations naturally come with a higher investment, but the joy and impact they create are truly priceless.

Whatever your budget, investing in quality holiday lighting will make your home festive, inviting, and a source of cheer for everyone who passes by.

Yes—your business should absolutely consider installing holiday lighting. Christmas lights aren’t just decorations; they’re powerful tools for marketing, visibility, and enhancing customer experience.

From a marketing standpoint, festive lighting draws attention to your storefront or office, encouraging people to stop in and explore what you offer. This is especially effective for retail locations, as holiday lights naturally attract and intrigue passersby. Pairing your décor with banners or signage for seasonal promotions can also make your offers stand out even more.

For customers visiting your business, a warm and festive atmosphere can create a positive impression, making their shopping or service experience more enjoyable. This added touch of holiday cheer can boost satisfaction and encourage repeat visits.

In short, professional holiday lighting is an investment that not only enhances your brand image but can also increase foot traffic, improve sales, and spread seasonal joy.

The best time to schedule your holiday light installation is typically between late September and October. During this period, the days are getting shorter, and evenings arrive earlier—making it the perfect time to get your lights up before the nights become even shorter. The weather is generally mild, ranging from warm to cool, and there’s less chance of delays due to bad weather compared to November.

By scheduling early, your lights can be installed, timed, and ready to enjoy well before the holiday rush. While many people wait until after Thanksgiving to decorate their homes with Christmas trees and other indoor décor, waiting too long could mean missing the opportunity to have your home fully lit with festive holiday lights.

We also experience higher demand as the season progresses, so scheduling in late August through early October ensures you get your installation completed on time, without the stress of last-minute scheduling or weather delays.

Professional Christmas Lighting in 4 Simple Steps

1. Design
   The first step is creating a design that perfectly complements your home or property, tailored to your taste and budget. We can visit your home in person, review it via Google Earth, or simply work from photos you send us by text or email. Using our Christmas lighting software, we’ll provide a visual mockup so you can see exactly how your lights will look before installation.
2. Installation
   Next, we install our professional-grade LED lights, custom-cut to fit your home perfectly. The result? Lights that look like they were made just for your property… because they were!
3. Maintenance
   We provide top-tier maintenance service in the Christmas lighting industry. If any lights stop working or aren’t looking their best, we’ll come out immediately to fix them. Our Elf Support/Service calls are always free, ensuring your display stays flawless all season long.
4. Removal
   Taking down holiday lights can be time-consuming and tricky—but not for you! We’ll safely remove all lighting and store it securely until next year, so you never have to lift a finger.

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We provide repair and replacement services for all our lights and decorations as part of our comprehensive maintenance service. Since we only install our own products, you can trust that we have the expertise to properly fix or replace any damaged or malfunctioning lights. Our maintenance service is included with every package, ensuring your holiday display stays flawless throughout the season. If any issues arise, you can count on us to address them quickly and efficiently, so your lights always shine their brightest.

This is one of the most frequently asked questions. The cost of holiday lighting can vary widely because every project is unique. Factors such as the amount of lighting, the number of staff needed, project complexity, height requirements, and special equipment all play a role.

Typically, holiday lighting projects can start at a few thousand dollars and increase depending on the size and scope of the display. Some homeowners choose simple setups with just a few strands of lights, while others go all out with elaborate displays featuring thousands of LED lights and animated decorations. Larger displays can be a bigger investment, but the joy and festive spirit they bring are truly priceless.

No matter your budget, our professional holiday lighting service can transform your home into a festive, welcoming spectacle that spreads cheer to everyone who sees it.

Our service includes everything you need—except the electricity. We provide all materials, handle the installation, offer full support throughout the season, and take care of removal when the holidays are over. You can relax safely inside, enjoying the warmth of your home and your favorite Christmas carols, while we take care of all the hard and potentially dangerous work!

Yes, a contract is required for insurance purposes. To accommodate different client needs, JVS Christmas Lighting offers three options: 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year contracts, each with its own pricing. Our prices are listed per year, and it’s simple—the longer the contract, the more you save!

The value is truly priceless. Enjoy a safe, hassle-free holiday lighting experience this year. Our service lets you spend more quality time with your family while we take care of all the installation work for you.

You only need to be home if you want to be. We make the process easy and convenient—our design professionals use online software to review your home from photos you provide and create a proposal that can be emailed to you within minutes. Simply visit our fast quote page, fill out the form, attach a picture of your home, and we’ll send your quote directly to your inbox.

Christmas Light Design & Estimation in 4 Easy Steps:

Step 1
Upload a photo of your home, and we use our configuration tool to take measurements.

Step 2
Design your holiday display by adding Christmas lights and décor to the home’s image.

Step 3
Receive immediate pricing for all materials from our software. We can also customize the pricing to fit your budget and our minimum fee.

Step 4
With one click, your project proposal is emailed to you, showing exactly how your lights will look on your home or building.

We are a local, owner-operated company, fully insured and nationally recognized as leaders in the holiday lighting industry. We are proud to be Certified Light Installation Pros of America (CLIPA). Since 2005, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering excellence by focusing on four key areas: world-class client service, extensive experience, unmatched reliability, and affordable pricing. At JVS Christmas Lighting, we understand that performance, value, and aesthetics are what it takes to remain the very best in the decorating industry.

No, JVS Christmas Lighting does not sell lights. We provide complete holiday displays, so you’ll never be stuck with worn-out lights. With our Service Program, you can rest assured your display will always look its best—effortlessly.

Absolutely not! Using staples is unprofessional, potentially dangerous, and can leave small holes in your siding or shingles that may cause problems over time. Instead, we use custom-designed plastic clips that are non-invasive, blend seamlessly with your display, and leave no trace when removed. For wreaths or garland, a single, minimal puncture may be needed to secure an anchor or hook, but it’s done safely and professionally.

We use premium, commercial-grade LED lights for all our displays.

We are fully insured, and safety is our top priority to protect both the integrity and aesthetics of your home. JVS Christmas Lighting carries comprehensive general liability, statutory workers’ compensation, and automobile liability coverage for all vehicles, equipment, and operators.

No, unfortunately we cannot. We are unable to guarantee the quality or workmanship of lights that we do not provide. Integrating your own lights into our custom system could cause unexpected outages and would void our season-long warranty. Most personal lights are store-bought and may not match the brightness, color, or durability of our professional-grade LEDs. Additionally, any damage resulting from these lights would not be covered under our insurance.

No, never! Your outdoor lights stay perfectly timed with our 24-hour raintight timer. With two outlets, it easily controls multiple devices at once, and it’s built to withstand rain, snow, and other elements. UL listed for safety, it ensures your display runs flawlessly—no daily plugging or unplugging required.

Simply go online and click the Elf Support link on our website. Once we receive your request, we’ll schedule a dedicated technician to service your display. Our team will address any issues within 24–48 hours to ensure your lights stay perfect throughout the season.

No, service calls are included as part of our lease program. Our clients invest in high-quality lighting displays designed to last the entire holiday season. However, weather and other factors can sometimes cause bulbs to need replacement. As part of our process, we inspect all materials before installation and provide brand-new products every four years, regardless of condition. Simply email our support page, and a technician will be out to fix your display as quickly as possible. (*Some exceptions apply, as outlined in the lease.)

We can decorate a wide range of areas, including structures like roofs, fascias, ridges, verticals, windows, entrances, poles, and posts. We also light up landscaping elements such as trees, shrubs, pathways, and garden beds. The possibilities are virtually endless!

Yes—your business should definitely consider installing Christmas lights. Holiday lighting can be a powerful asset, boosting marketing, visibility, and the overall customer experience.

From a marketing perspective, decorating your storefront or office with festive lights draws attention and encourages people to stop by. Christmas lights are naturally attractive and intriguing, making them especially effective for businesses with street-facing locations. If you’re running seasonal promotions or special offers, displaying them alongside your holiday decorations can help them stand out even more.

For customers, a beautifully lit business creates a welcoming and festive atmosphere, enhancing their shopping experience and leaving a positive impression.

In short, professional commercial Christmas lighting can help increase sales, elevate customer satisfaction, and make your business shine during the holiday season.

Usually! While we can’t always guarantee a specific installation or removal date due to weather or other factors, we typically accommodate our clients’ special requests with enough notice. The sooner you let us know, the better we can work to fit your schedule.

We offer branch/trunk wraps, canopy wraps, and hybrid styles for trees and shrubs. Depending on the size of the tree, we’ll recommend the appropriate bulb size and spacing to create the best-looking display.

After January 1, we begin removing, boxing, and storing holiday lights throughout the month. Removals are scheduled based on location, weather, and the complexity of each display. All removal work is completed between January 2 and January 31 (weather permitting), unless you request to keep your lights up for the entire month. Special requests to extend your display must be made by December 1.

Can I Change the Colors in My Display?
Absolutely! Just let us know in advance so we can update your package. Color swaps are usually free, though other changes may affect pricing. Our Service Program gives you the flexibility to customize your display. If you want to change colors after installation, a service fee applies. For updates for the following season, notify us by July 1, and we’ll be happy to adjust your display.

No, unfortunately we cannot. Here’s why:

We cannot guarantee the quality or workmanship of lights or products we do not provide.

Adding your lights to our custom system could cause unexpected outages and would void our season-long warranty. Most client-owned lights are store-bought and may not match the brightness, color, or durability of our professional-grade products.

If these personal lights fail, any resulting damage would not be covered under our insurance.

For reference, some companies require you to purchase, store, and maintain your own lights. With JVS, we purchase the decorations in the first year and replace them as needed each season. Our clients are never responsible for buying or storing lights due to wear and tear—this is all included in our program.

No, never! Your outdoor lights stay perfectly timed with our 24-hour raintight timer. With two outlets, it can control multiple devices at once and is built to withstand rain, snow, and other elements. UL listed for safety, it ensures your display runs flawlessly—no daily plugging or unplugging required.

No, you don’t pay for Elf Support visits. We fully support and warranty all our products, so any product failure is covered. Elf Support is included as part of our lease program. Our clients invest in high-quality lighting displays designed to last throughout each holiday season. Occasionally, weather or other factors may cause bulbs to need replacement. As part of our process, we inspect all materials before installation and provide brand-new products every four years, regardless of condition. Simply email our support page, and a technician will be out to fix your display as quickly as possible.

We offer branch/trunk wraps, canopy (outer) wraps, and hybrid styles for trees and shrubs. Depending on the size of the tree, we’ll recommend the appropriate bulb size and spacing to create the best display.

The time it takes to install professional wedding lights depends on several factors, including the venue size, type of lighting, and equipment required. Typically, a professional decorator or wedding lighting specialist can install basic lighting fixtures in an average-sized reception space in 4–8 hours. More elaborate setups—like hanging marquee letters, draping chandeliers, or creating custom arrangements—may require additional time. Delays can also occur if extra parts or specialized tools need to be sourced before installation.

No matter how simple or intricate your design, hiring an experienced professional is key. A skilled wedding lighting specialist ensures both the technical and aesthetic aspects are handled perfectly, leaving your guests with a stunning and memorable experience.