Everything you want to know,
before you call.
No marketing fluff. Just direct answers to the questions homeowners across Dallas, Plano, Highland Park, McKinney, Frisco, and DFW actually ask us. Don't see your question? Call us at (469) 970-2715 — we respond same day.
How much does Christmas light installation cost in Dallas?
Most residential Christmas light installs in Dallas, Plano, McKinney, Lucas, and Flower Mound range $700 to $2,500+.
Highland Park luxury estates typically run $1,500 to $2,500+ due to larger rooflines and luxury expectations.
We provide free, fully transparent quotes for every property — and there are never hidden fees. Pricing includes materials, installation, in-season service calls, January takedown, and year-round storage.
Do I pay full price for Christmas lights every year?
No — and this is one of the most important things to understand about working with us. Your first season covers your custom commercial-grade C9 LED lights, design, and professional installation. You own the lights from then on. Every year after, you pay a lower flat price for just the install and takedown, because the lights are already yours. No re-buying, no surprise increases, no hidden or service-call fees — just predictable, flat-rate pricing every season.
Do you store my Christmas lights, and what does that include?
Yes — free climate-controlled storage is included. When the season ends we take everything down and store your lights in our warehouse at no charge. No clutter in your garage, nothing to lose. As long as we store your lights, they stay under warranty — we replace bulbs and clips as needed and have everything ready every November. It keeps reinstalls fast and hassle-free, with no service-call fees, ever. (If you store your own lights and lose or damage them, you have to buy them again — that's why we store them for you.)
What's included in the free quote?
Every free quote from us includes: on-site or virtual property assessment, custom design consultation, detailed pricing with no hidden fees, scope of work (rooflines, trees, landscape, wreaths, etc.), color and style options, installation date scheduling, and warranty details.
Quotes are typically returned same-day.
Are there any hidden fees?
Never. The quote you receive is the price you pay. It includes lights, clips, timers, extension cords, installation, in-season service, takedown, and year-round storage. No equipment fees, no trip charges, no surprise add-ons.
What type of Christmas lights do you use?
We use premium commercial-grade C9 LED bulbs — the gold standard for outdoor Christmas lighting. C9 LEDs are larger, brighter, more energy-efficient, and longer-lasting than traditional incandescent or smaller LED bulbs.
Every strand is custom-cut to fit your home's exact roofline — no generic templates, no template installs.
Do you provide the Christmas lights?
Yes — we supply everything. Premium commercial-grade C9 LED lights custom-cut for your home, plus all clips, timers, and extension cords.
You don't need to buy or own a single thing. Lights are stored at our facility year-round between seasons.
Can you do colored lights, not just warm white?
Yes. We install Christmas lights in many color schemes including warm white, pure white, red and white, red and green, multicolor, blue and white, and custom color combinations.
Design consultation is included in every free quote — tell us your vision and we'll design it.
Do you offer tree wrapping with Christmas lights?
Yes. Tree wrapping is one of our most requested services. We wrap mature oak trees, palm trees, decorative trees, and bushes.
Common styles include full trunk and branch wrapping in warm white, multicolor wrapping for festive displays, and net lights for bushes and shrubs.
Do you install on HOAs and commercial properties?
Yes — we have dedicated services for both. HOA installations include neighborhood entrances, gates, clubhouses, parks, and common areas.
Commercial installations cover shopping centers, hotels, restaurants, office parks, and municipal buildings. We have bucket-truck capability for larger installations.
When should I book Christmas light installation for 2026?
We recommend booking by September or October. The season fills up fast across Highland Park, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Lucas, and Flower Mound.
Early booking guarantees your preferred installation date and the best scheduling flexibility. Returning customers receive priority scheduling — rebook here.
How long does the installation take?
Most residential installations are completed in 2 to 6 hours depending on home size and design complexity.
Highland Park luxury estates and larger properties may take a full day. We provide a specific time estimate during the free quote process and arrive with all materials pre-cut and pre-tested.
What's the installation season?
Installation window: Late October through early December
Display season: Through early January
Takedown window: Early to mid January
Booking opens in late winter / early spring for the following season. Returning customers receive priority access.
Are returning customers given priority?
Yes. Returning customers receive:
• Priority scheduling — first pick on dates before public booking opens
• Locked-in pricing — your previous year's price carries forward
• 30-second rebook — we already have your property details on file
• Same crew — the team that knows your property
What if a light goes out mid-season?
Service calls are completely free. If anything goes wrong with your display during the season, just call or text us at (469) 970-2715 — we'll come fix it promptly at no charge.
This is part of our all-inclusive service philosophy.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes — lifetime warranty on all LED lights we install. As long as we store and install your lights, you'll never need to buy another bulb or strand again.
Your display will look beautiful season after season.
Is takedown and storage included?
Yes — 100% included in every package at no extra charge. After the holiday season (early January), our team returns, carefully removes everything, and stores it safely until next year.
You never touch a strand.
How long has The Christmas Lights Experts been in business?
15+ years. Founded in 2009 in Plano, Texas, we're a family-owned business serving North Texas ever since.
We've lit 1,000+ homes per season and maintain a 4.9-star Google rating across 34 Google reviews.
What cities do you serve?
We serve all of Dallas-Fort Worth North Texas, including:
Priority cities:Highland Park, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Lucas, Flower Mound, Richardson, Parker, The Colony, CarrolltonDallasRockwallLittle ElmAddisonWylie
Also serving: Dallas, University Park, Preston Hollow, Prosper, Celina, Lakewood, Rockwall, Little Elm, Addison
Are you insured?
Yes — fully insured with general liability and workers compensation coverage.
All crew members are direct employees, not subcontractors, and wear branded red uniforms with our company name and phone number. The same trained team works every installation.
What's your phone number?
You can call or text. We respond same-day. Email: Get a Fast Quote →
Common questions about DFW Christmas light installation
Below are detailed answers to the most common questions DFW homeowners ask about professional Christmas light installation. If your specific question isn't covered, call us at (469) 970-2715 or email thechristmaslightsexperts@gmail.com — we respond same-day and are happy to discuss your specific situation.
About pricing and quotes
Most residential Christmas light installations in DFW range from $700 to $2,500+ depending on home size, architectural complexity, and design scope. Standard homes (1,800-2,500 sq ft, simple rooflines): $700 to $2,500+. Mid-size luxury (2,800-4,500 sq ft, multiple gables and dormers): $1,500 to $2,500+. Large luxury (4,500-8,000 sq ft, complex architecture): $2,500+. Estate-scale (8,000+ sq ft, luxury neighborhoods): $2,500+. All quotes are detailed, itemized, and include materials, installation, in-season service, takedown, and storage. No hidden fees.
About materials and quality
We exclusively install commercial-grade C9 LED bulbs with polycarbonate shells, sealed O-ring gaskets, SPT-1 weather-rated wire, and reinforced connections. These last 10-15+ years with proper care, compared to 2-3 seasons for big-box residential lights. Every strand is custom-cut to your home's exact rooflines at our Plano facility — no template installs, no bunched wire at corners. Tree wrapping uses commercial-grade mini LED. Wreaths can be sourced through us (premium artificial or fresh) or you can provide your own.
About scheduling and timing
Installation window runs late October through early December. Premium luxury neighborhoods (Highland Park, Preston Hollow, Vaquero Club, Carillon) typically book by mid-September. Standard residential areas have availability through October. Returning customers get priority scheduling automatically. We recommend new customers request quotes by Labor Day weekend at the latest. By mid-November, we're typically fully booked. Takedown happens early to mid-January.
About installation day
Most residential installations complete in 4-12 hours during a single day. Larger estate installations may span two days but never longer. Crew arrives at scheduled time window in a branded company truck. Lead installer walks the property with you (or works from approved design notes), confirms the plan, and crew begins systematic installation. Roofline first, then trees, then wreaths and garland, then power and timer setup. Each section tested before moving to the next. Crew waits for dusk to verify full display, then walks the property final time.
About in-season service and warranties
Free in-season service calls are included with every installation. If anything goes wrong during the holiday season — strand goes dark, wreath falls, timer fails — text or call us and we come back same-day or next-day at no charge. Lifetime warranty on installed LED bulbs as long as you continue annual service. We replace any failed bulbs or strands at our cost. Once we install and store your lights, ongoing material costs (bulbs, clips) are our responsibility — not yours.
About takedown and storage
January takedown is included with every installation. In early January (typically January 2-15), we return to your property and carefully remove every light, wreath, garland, and tree wrap. Everything is packed and transported to our climate-controlled storage facility for year-round storage. You don't store anything in your garage. Next November, your same custom-cut strands return ready for installation.
About service area
We serve all of Dallas-Fort Worth without travel fees within our standard area. Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant County, Denton County, plus surrounding cities like Rockwall, Heath, Sunnyvale, Forney, Little Elm, Hickory Creek, and others. From Highland Park to Westlake to Lucas to Frisco — we cover the metroplex. For very large commercial or estate projects beyond standard residential, travel fees may apply to areas significantly outside DFW.
About insurance and credentials
Fully insured with general liability and workers compensation coverage. All crew members are direct W-2 employees (not subcontractors), background-checked, branded with company uniforms, and trained on our installation methodology. We can provide certificates of insurance to HOAs, property managers, and commercial customers upon request. Locally based in Plano, TX since 2009. Family-owned, not a corporate franchise.
More questions answered.
How do I get a free quote?+
Submit our online form with your address and brief description, or call (469) 970-2715. We respond same-day with detailed itemized pricing. Same-day quote response is standard. For larger or more complex properties, we may schedule an in-person walkthrough before finalizing the quote.
Do you require a deposit?+
Some installations require a deposit upon booking, typically 25-50% of the total quote. Smaller residential installations may be billed upon completion. HOA and commercial contracts have specific payment terms detailed in their service agreements. Full payment is due upon completion of installation for residential customers.
Are you available on weekends?+
Yes — we work weekends throughout the installation season (mid-October through early December). Many customers prefer weekend installations when they're home. We also accommodate weekday installations for customers who prefer them. Weekend availability is the same as weekday — no weekend surcharge.
Can you install if it's raining?+
We work in light rain but pause for heavy rain, lightning, or extreme weather. Wet rooflines are slippery — safety always takes priority over schedule. If we have to pause for weather, we reschedule for the next available date and communicate proactively. Weather delays are not the customer's responsibility.
What if I don't like the installation?+
We do quality walkthroughs at the end of installation specifically so we can fix anything you're not happy with. If issues come up after we leave, call us — we come back to make it right at no charge. Customer satisfaction is the foundation of our 15-year DFW reputation and we take it seriously.
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