Everyone loves Christmas lights, but few actually enjoy the project of installing them. Offloading the pain of putting up lights on us is sure to make your holiday display that much more enjoyable. We’ve compiled a list of the best Christmas lights installation services in Cincinnati and Northern KY below, to help brighten your holidays and lighten your load.

1. Blue Skies Services – This West Chester based window and gutter cleaning service transitions its heights-loving workforce to spreading holiday cheer in the winter. A full service offering from free on-site quotes to storing lights in the off-season
2. Dreamy & Bright – This Northern KY company is one of the leaders in the region
3. ProMaster – a popular handyman company that offers $79 design services and quote
4. A&A Lawn Care and Landscaping – One of Northern KY’s largest landscapers keeps busy in the winter with their lighting and decoration service.

What will Christmas Lights Installation Cost in Cincinnati?

Obviously the cost of installation will range greatly depending on many factors. As a baseline, most professional services have a minimum rate, usually $400-600. Outlining the roof of a 1500 square foot ranch will be on the low end of the range, while outlining windows and dormers on a complex, steep roof of a 6,000 square foot house might expect a $2,000-4,000 estimate.

There are a number of ways companies price their service and lighting. Rarely will services install customer provided lights – these pros typically only use professional grade LED C7, C9, or mini lights. Most companies rent or lease these lights to the customer, and store them in the off-season to ensure they are kept in appropriate storage conditions. Other companies will sell you the lights and it is your responsibility to store them the rest of the year.

Finally, don’t forget about removal! Most companies offer a total package, including installation, rental, removal, storage, and usually a free service call or two for the year. However make sure you get the total cost especially if you are comparing quotes.

Ongoing Service and Repairs

Most professional companies will include a service call or two as a warranty for their services. Make sure to check to see what these services cover, and any exceptions. The most common service call issue is a tripped GFCI outlet, particularly after a heavy rain. Many services will expect you to check this first and may charge you a minimum fee to spend 10 seconds pressing the reset button. Other common issues include chewed wires by squirrels or other wildlife, or damage from landscapers, lawn care, or snow removal.