How to Prepare Your Property for Christmas Light Hanging
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A simple checklist to get your San Antonio home or business ready before a holiday lighting installer arrives.
Clear the way
- • Move vehicles out of the driveway on installation day
- • Trim branches that block roofline access
- • Move patio furniture, planters, and decorations away from walls
- • Secure pets indoors while crews are working
Sort out power
Know where your exterior outlets are and confirm they work. If an outlet has not been used in a year, test it before the crew arrives. If you have no exterior power on one side of the house, mention it when you request your quote.
Decide before the crew arrives
- • Which areas matter most to you
- • Whether you want warm white, cool white, or color
- • Where the timer should live
- • Your target date for removal
Gather any existing materials
If you want your own lights used, pull the boxes out and check the strands before the appointment. Knowing what actually still works saves time and avoids surprises.