Author: Kate Fjone

How to Hang Christmas Lights on a Two-Story House Safely

Two-story homes look incredible when they’re lit well. Tall rooflines, peaks, entryways, and upper windows create a lot of opportunity for a clean, classic Christmas look. They also happen to be where most accidents happen. Every season we talk with homeowners who say, “I was just going to get up there real quick…”That’s usually how […]

When Should You Book Christmas Lights in Jacksonville, NC?

Jacksonville, NC may not get snow (usually, however the January 2026 snowmageddon will disagree), but that doesn’t mean the holiday season isn’t a big deal around here. From neighborhoods near Carolina Forest to homes out toward Richlands and Swansboro, more homeowners are starting to invest in professional Christmas lighting each year. The biggest mistake people […]

Why LED Christmas Lights Are the Smarter Choice

Earth Day is a great reminder that small choices at home can make a big difference over time. One easy upgrade many homeowners overlook is switching to LED Christmas lights. If you still picture the older incandescent strands from years ago, today’s LED lighting has come a long way. Modern LED Christmas lights offer the […]

The Best Outdoor Christmas Lights for Coastal & Hot Climates

Not all Christmas lights are built for the same environment. What works great in a dry, mild winter can struggle in places with: If you live near the coast in North Carolina, or in the heat of Texas, your lights deal with a lot more than just cold December nights. So when people ask, “What […]

LED vs. Incandescent Christmas Lights: What’s the Real Difference?

If you’ve ever stood in the holiday aisle staring at boxes of lights and wondering which ones are actually better, you’re not alone. LED or incandescent.Warm or bright.Old school glow or new technology. After working with Christmas lighting for more than 15 seasons, here’s the honest truth: Most homeowners care about three things:How it looks.How […]

Making Waves Together: Let There Be Light Supports Croc-a-Thon 2026

We’re excited to announce that Let There Be Light is once again proudly supporting the Croc-a-Thon, a community charity walk for Indo Jax Surf Charities. Last year, the founder of Let There Be Light, LLC took on the challenge in a big way by walking around the Wrightsville Beach loop for 50 miles. This year, […]

How Much Does DIY Christmas Light Installation Really Cost?

A lot of homeowners start with the same thought: “I’ll just do it myself. It’ll be cheaper.” And sometimes, on the surface, it is. But after 15+ seasons of seeing both sides — DIY installs and professional installs — we’ve learned that the real cost of doing your own Christmas lights isn’t just what you […]

When Is the Best Time to Book Christmas Light Installation?

If there’s one thing we’ve learned after installing Christmas lights on thousands of homes over the past 15+ seasons, it’s this: The families who get the best dates and the least stress are the ones who book early. Not “November early.”Not “after Thanksgiving early.”We mean months earlier than most people think. So when is the […]

The History of Christmas Lights: From Candles to LEDs

Christmas lights have long been a symbol of the holiday season, illuminating homes, streets, and businesses with festive vibe. But have you ever wondered how this tradition began? The history of Christmas lights is a fascinating journey from the simplicity of candles on trees to the energy-efficient LED displays we see today. In this blog, […]

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