You want the house lit for the holidays this year, and you would rather not spend a Saturday on a ladder. Before you call around, it helps to know what Christmas light installation costs and what goes into the number on a quote. The national figures below give you a starting point. A free quote from us gives you the exact price for your home in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania or Stafford.
What Christmas Light Installation Costs in 2026
Angi’s 2026 cost data puts the national average for professional Christmas light installation at $444, based on 2,242 projects completed by its pros. Most homeowners pay between $220 and $684. Installers usually price by the linear foot, and Angi reports typical labor rates of $2 to $5 per foot, depending on how complex the job is and how hard the roofline is to reach.
Home size sets the starting point. These are Angi’s 2026 averages by home size:
- Small one-story home, 100 to 150 feet of lights: about $250 (range $200 to $450)
- Medium two-story home, 150 to 250 feet: about $450 (range $350 to $800)
- Large three-story home, 250 to 400 feet: about $900 (range $700 to $1,500)
- Estate or custom home, 400 feet or more: about $1,200 (range $1,000 to $2,500)
These are national numbers, not our prices. Your quote depends on your property, the display you want and what the service covers from November through takedown.
What Raises or Lowers Your Quote
How Much Roofline You Light
Feet of lights drive most of the price. A front gutter line on a ranch house is a short run. Add the peaks, the dormers and the garage, and the footage climbs quickly. If you are working with a budget, light the side of the house that faces the street this year and add more next season.
Height, Pitch and Access
A second story, a steep roof or sloped ground under the ladder means more setup and more safety work on every run. Angi notes that steep roofs, tall peaks and hard-to-reach spots push labor toward the top of the range.
Trees, Shrubs and Walkways
Lighting beyond the roofline adds materials and hours. Angi puts roofline-only displays at $250 to $1,500 and full packages that add windows, doors and yard lighting at $750 to $5,000. Our installers wrap tree trunks and branches, light shrubs, line sidewalks and driveways with stake lights, light pillars, fences and gates, and hang wreaths and garland. That lets you start with the roofline and build out over time.
Type of Lights
We hang classic C9 bulbs (the big bulbs, about 2 inches long), mini lights in clear, single color or multicolor, and icicle lights. The bulb type changes how many clips a run needs and how the line looks from the street. LEDs also cost less to run. Angi estimates a large incandescent display can add $30 to $75 a month to your electric bill, compared with $5 to $20 for a similar LED setup.
Takedown, Storage and Mid-Season Fixes
Quotes differ most on this part. Angi notes that removal and storage are often priced separately, so two quotes for the same roofline can cover different work. Ask each installer whether the price includes:
- Coming back after the holidays to take everything down
- Storing the lights until next season
- Replacing bulbs or fixing a dark section during the season
Our holiday light service covers all three. After the season we take the display down, mark and label the lights and decorations, and store them so they are ready to go back up next year. If a bulb goes out in December, call us.
Hiring a Pro or Hanging Lights Yourself
Doing it yourself saves the labor charge, but you still buy lights, clips, outdoor-rated extension cords and a timer, plus a ladder tall enough for your roofline. You also spend a weekend or two on the ladder in November, then climb back up in January to take it all down.
If you plan to hang them yourself, our guide to hanging Christmas lights on gutters without damage covers clips, ladder safety and timing. If your gutters still hold fall leaves, clear them first or have us handle gutter cleaning before the lights go up.
Permanent Lighting Is a Different Purchase
We also install permanent holiday lighting. It is a low-profile system that stays up year-round and switches colors for holidays, events or everyday curb appeal, so there are no ladders each fall and no takedown in January. A permanent system is a bigger one-time project than a seasonal install, so if you are weighing the two, ask us to quote both and compare them side by side.
Who Installs Your Lights
Our installers are CLIPA certified. They are trained and tested on residential and commercial roofline installs, tree and shrub lighting, stake lighting, power routing, troubleshooting, removal and safety. Each install is planned around the features of your property, and we use property-friendly clips and fasteners so your gutters, shingles and trim are not damaged.
You can see past displays in our Christmas lights gallery and read more about the service on our holiday light hanging page.
How to Get an Exact Quote
A quote from us is free. To get an accurate number quickly, tell us:
- Which rooflines you want lit, and whether the house is one story or two
- Any trees, shrubs, walkways or fences you want included
- The type of lights you like: C9, mini or icicle
- Whether you want takedown and storage, or a quote on permanent lighting too
You can also call us at (540) 786-2626. Get your free quote and tell us what you have in mind for this year.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to have Christmas lights professionally installed?
Angi’s 2026 data puts the national average at $444, with most homeowners paying $220 to $684. A large home, or a display that adds trees and walkway lighting, can run higher. For your house, request a free quote.
Is takedown included in the price?
That depends on the installer. Angi notes that removal and storage are often priced separately. Our holiday light service includes takedown after the season and labeled storage until next year, and your quote lists what is covered.
When should I book Christmas light installation?
Book as early as you can. Angi notes that demand peaks in late fall and early winter, and that booking early is one of the most reliable ways to get better rates. The lights do not have to come on the day they go up.
Do I need a permit to put up holiday lights at my home?
Usually not. Angi says permits are rarely required for residential Christmas light displays, though large commercial displays or lights on public property may need one. Check with your HOA before installation day.