The holidays are here, which means it’s time to make things merry, bright, and brilliantly lit. Before you start untangling cords or climbing on anything questionable, let’s go over a few tips to keep your lights up and your feet safely on the ground.

Because nothing ruins holiday cheer faster than a trip to urgent care.

Step 1: Use the Right Clips — Not Nails

We’ve all been tempted with the hammer and a handful of nails… but this is one of those “just because you can doesn’t mean you should” moments.

Grab the good stuff instead:

• Parrot Clips

• Command Hooks

• Outdoor Light Clips

They make hanging lights easy, damage-free, and sturdy — no shingles sacrificed, no stucco holes, no regrets.

Step 2: Check Your Cords and Bulbs

Before you hang anything, plug it in:

• Look for frayed cords

• Check for broken sockets

• Replace old bulbs with Feit Electric LEDs

A quick pre-check saves you from having to climb back up later… especially when you’ve already put the ladder away and sworn you were done.

Step 3: Use Timers & Smart Plugs

Let your lights be festive without running all night.

Timers and smart plugs help you:

• Save energy

• Extend bulb life

• Avoid 10:30 p.m. pajama trips outside

We carry timers, outdoor-rated smart plugs, and weather-ready extension cords — all in one easy aisle.

Step 4: Buddy System for Ladders

If you do need a ladder, grab a buddy.

At minimum: someone to hold it steady.
At best: someone to pass you the clips, admire your work, and say, “a little to the left.”

Holiday decorating is a team sport.
We don’t make the rules — we just keep people safe.

Step 5: Enjoy the Glow

Once the lights are up, grab something warm to drink, turn on the tunes, and enjoy the sparkle.

Your house will look amazing — and you did it without a single nail in the siding. That deserves a cookie. (Or two.)

Step 6: The Question We Hear Every Year…

“Do you carry a double male plug?”

Short answer:
No, we don’t.
And here’s why:

A double male plug is not safe.
It leaves an exposed live end somewhere — which can arc, shock, or start a fire.

If your lights don’t reach where you want, it’s time to:

• re-route the strand

• add extension cords rated for outdoor use

• or pick up new clips and anchors to run the line safely

We’ve got everything you need to do it right — and nobody will judge you if you’re on the third try. We’ve all been there.

Safety first, sparkle second.