Brighten the mood of everyone in your neighborhood with a beautifully Christmas-lit house. Hanging Christmas lights outdoors may be more difficult than expected. So it's only normal to request an extra pair of hands – you can ask your partner, friend, or the Handy Squad! Our London craftsmen are happy to help!
Whether you want to hang frosted icicles on your gutter or put the lighting on the outside of your entire home, it is better to be prepared for it to go as smoothly as possible. To help you with this endeavor, we've put together an easy-to-follow guide on how to hang Christmas lights outdoors, including essential equipment.
What you will need.
- Christmas lights outdoors.
- Gutter hooks or decoration clips.
- Weatherproof extension cord.
- Tape measure.
- Batteries.
- Ladder.
How to hang Christmas lights.
First, turn on the lights near the ground to make sure all lights are working properly and there are no knots in the cord.
With mains-operated lights, make sure that there is an accessible socket. If you are using an extension cord to power the lights from the inside, make sure the cord is long enough. If you have an outdoor power supply, check that the cable is long enough to reach the power supply.
To hang fairy lights, clip your gutter hooks at regular intervals where you are decorating. Working backwards from the outlet, place the lights on the hooks. Do not let the cables hang loosely.
If you have extra lights you can add them to your garden plants and trees to add even more shine to your nature. When you're done, take a step back and admire your fun and festive appearance.
If you need help hanging your Christmas lights, don't hesitate to contact our team at 0800-0-12-12-12. Alternatively, request a free quote today by filling out our online booking form and letting us know how we can help.
