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Christmas Light Installation cost calculator

How much should Christmas light installation cost?

Answer a few questions to see a fair price range and what most people pay. Use it to check a quote before you book.

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What affects the price of Christmas light installation

  • Length. Most installers price by the foot of roofline, with lights included.
  • Height and roof pitch. Second stories and steep roofs need more time and safety gear.
  • Lights. Pros usually supply commercial-grade LEDs. Using your own lights may lower the price.
  • Extras. Trees, bushes, wreaths and pathway lights are priced on top of the roofline.

The low end of the range is a newer light installer at about $35 an hour. The high end is an experienced pro at about $70 an hour who travels to you. Many light installers have a minimum charge of around $250. Prices are higher in big cities.

Common questions

When should I book?

Book in September or October. Installers fill up fast, and November slots go first.

Do I keep the lights?

Usually not. Most installers lease the lights, take them down after the holidays, and store them for next year.