The season for holiday lighting and winter displays is finally upon us! During this time of year, you may be gearing up to embellish your property with all sorts of holiday lights, inflatable Christmas characters, and snowy wreaths. But before you do, it may be worthwhile to learn what the proper etiquette is for setting up and taking down holiday decorations. We bet your neighbors would thank you.

Most Americans agree that the time for setting up outdoor holiday decor seems to be just after Thanksgiving. When it comes to taking things down, most homeowners and companies begin packing away their wintery displays and lights around January 5th. To add a little more efficiency into your outdoor holiday decorating routine this year, it may even be worth it to hire a company that installs LED holiday lights. Remember, these are just guidelines. However long you choose to leave up your holiday decorations is ultimately up to you!

When is the best time to put up your outdoor holiday decorations?

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When you can see the starting line for the holiday season in close proximity, it can be tempting to run full speed ahead. These tendencies are totally understandable since outdoor holiday decor can add a burst of joy and life to the neighborhood. However, before you begin bringing those boxes of decorations out of storage, it could be helpful to know when your neighbors are probably going to start decorating their properties. Many Americans seem to agree that the day after Thanksgiving is the best time to begin setting up outdoor holiday decorations.

When should you take your holiday decorations down?

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Once you have gone through the painstaking process of putting up your holiday lights, wreaths, and everything in between, or had a company do the heavy work for you, you will want to enjoy them throughout the entirety of the holiday season. That is perfectly fine! The good tidings and cheer do not have the end in December. In fact, most Americans will adorn their properties with holiday decor for a little longer.

The question is, how do you really know when you should take everything down? For indoor decor, this is a matter of preference. But when it comes to outdoor holiday decorations, most homeowners and professional companies will begin taking down their holiday decorations around January 5th.

These are just guidelines! Ultimately, do whatever you want!

For some people, setting up their outdoor holiday decorations in harmony with their neighbors is a valued tradition. Others enjoy setting the trend for their neighborhoods by being one of the first to put up their lights and decor. The important thing to remember is that the guidelines we've mentioned are only meant to point you in a general direction. Ultimately, you can do whatever you want!

If you want to experience the holiday cheer for longer than November 26th to January 5th, by all means, go for it! If you are one of those people who prefers to wait until Christmas Eve to hang their holiday lights, that is fine too! Your holiday decor is meant to add joy to your outdoor space, so the way you go about decorating is totally up to you.

If you opt for professional holiday lighting, we recommend that you select a company that uses LED Bulbs. They are the safest, most energy-efficient holiday lighting option.

Give us a call today to schedule our professional holiday lighting service!

If you are looking for a professional holiday lighting service, we are the company to call! We offer an assortment of colorful lights to choose from and would be happy to work with you. Our service is available in and around Alton, IL, including Godfrey, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, and Maryville. Give us a call today at (618) 467-7047 to schedule an appointment.