When should you book Christmas light installation?
In Ringgold, Fort Oglethorpe and the Chattanooga area, the best install dates fall in November — the weekend before Thanksgiving is the most requested of all. Professional installers book up fast, so the best time to schedule a walkthrough is September or October. Booking early also gives you your pick of install dates.
When do Christmas lights go up?
Most North Georgia homes light up somewhere between early November and the first week of December. Many people have lights installed in early November and simply wait to turn them on until after Thanksgiving — your timer makes that easy.
How long should you leave them up?
Most homeowners turn them off after New Year's Day, and professional takedown usually happens in the first few weeks of January. With Glow Bros, takedown is included in your price.
LED vs. incandescent Christmas lights
- LEDs use far less electricity — typically a small fraction of what old incandescent strands draw.
- They stay cool to the touch, which lowers fire risk around dry greenery.
- They last longer and hold up better to weather.
- You can connect more strands safely on one circuit.
That's why we use commercial-grade LEDs on every job.
Christmas light safety tips
- Use only lights and cords rated for outdoor use.
- Plug outdoor lights into GFCI-protected outlets.
- Don't overload outlets or daisy-chain more strands than the manufacturer allows.
- Never staple or nail through wires — use proper clips.
- Keep a spotter on the ground and never lean a ladder on gutters alone.
- Use a timer so lights aren't running all night or while you're away.
HOA rules and Christmas lights
Some neighborhoods around Ringgold, Ooltewah and Chattanooga have HOA rules on when lights can go up, how long they stay up and what's allowed in the yard. Check your HOA guidelines before you book — and tell us about them so we can design within the rules.
DIY or hire a pro?
DIY can work for a single-story home with a simple roofline. For two-story homes, steep roofs, long gutter runs or anyone who'd rather skip the ladder, a professional installer saves time, looks cleaner and handles repairs and takedown for you.