Holiday Lighting
Holiday Light Installation in the Twin Cities: A Homeowner's Guide
Key takeaways
- Book in October–November; routes fill fast.
- Full service = design, install, maintenance, takedown, and storage.
- Commercial-grade lights outlast and outshine store-bought strands.
- The big win: no ladders on ice, no tangled-light frustration.
- Lights are hung early and simply switched on after Thanksgiving.
When to book
The best Twin Cities installs go up from late October through November, before the deep cold and snow settle in. Crews hang everything early, and then you just flip it on after Thanksgiving. Installers fill their routes fast, so booking early is really how you lock in both your spot and your install date.
What professional installation includes
- Custom design for your rooflines, trees, and landscape, not a one-size box of lights.
- Commercial-grade lights made to take a Minnesota winter. They're brighter than store-bought strands, and they last.
- Install, mid-season service, takedown, and storage, so the whole thing stays hands-off for you.
Why it's worth it
The honest reason most homeowners hire it out comes down to two things: safety and time. Nobody wants to climb onto an icy December roof. Or untangle and test strand after strand. Or haul it all back up to the attic come January. You get the polished, professional look, and your weekends back.