Seasonal Christmas Light Hanging in Las Vegas

Who seasonal service fits

A permanent system is a long-term choice. Seasonal service makes more sense when:

• You rent, or you expect to sell within a year or two.
• You love the look of large classic bulbs.
• Your HOA has not yet approved permanent track, or you are still waiting on review.
• You want to see how much you enjoy a lit roofline before spending more.

Seasonal lights on tile and stucco

Temporary lights still have to attach to something. On a concrete tile roof, crews typically use clips made for tile edges or attach along the fascia or gutter where there is one. Ask how they will attach without lifting or cracking tiles, and whether anyone will walk the roof. On stucco, adhesive hooks and clips can pull paint or texture when they come off, so ask what they use.

Ask them to note any tiles that are already cracked before they start, especially on older roofs in established neighborhoods.

How a season usually goes

1. Quote and design. The company measures and suggests where lights should go.
2. Hanging. Lights go up in the fall, before the holiday rush.
3. Service calls. If a section goes out, the crew comes back to fix it. Ask how quickly.
4. Takedown. Lights come down after the holidays, and many companies store them until next year.

Questions to ask a seasonal crew

• Do I own the lights, or are they leased each year?
• Is takedown included, and on what date? Some HOAs set a deadline for removing holiday lights.
• Can you also light trees, palms, or yard features?
• Which outlets will the lights use, and are they on a timer?
• Which Nevada State Contractors Board license do you hold? Look it up yourself on the NSCB license search.

When to think about going permanent

If you find yourself paying for hanging and takedown year after year, compare that against a one-time permanent install. A permanent system also covers game nights and everyday lighting. Our permanent vs. traditional comparison lays out the trade-offs, and the cost guide has a calculator. You can also request quotes for either option.