Dangling LED christmas lights is popular and customary for many families. But it can be a daunting and troublesome experience. Take your time to plan and hand the LED christmas lights in detailed, organized fashion. A little planning can go a long way!

Here’s you need to know to get the LED christmas lighting installation done without the tension and headache.

1. Write an Electric Plan. Plan ahead and really know what you intend to hang lights on, and the way you plan to plug them in. Joining too many strings of bulbs together can blow fuses (especially the cheapest strings of lights). Plan the format by utilizing a few electrical outlets.

2. Safety Issues. Clear the dried leaves from gutters and downspouts to avoid the chance of fires. Make sure the electrical cords are in good condition and not cracked or torn. Check the hooks are secure and provide durable place to attach the lights.

3. Use Proper Equipment. Get out the equipment you must have for the project. Most likely, you will need a ladder, tape measure, light clips or hooks, fancy lights and extension cords. You might also need a sludge hammer, pliers and a screwdriver.

4. Separate light strands and test the lights. Before affixing any decorations, separate the strands, lay them out across the yard or driveway to get all the twists and kinks away from the strings. Check for damaged bulbs and split wiring. Plug in the light strings, and change any dead bulbs. It’s better to replace burned out bulbs before they are hung and out of reach.

5. Hangers, hooks and clips. Steadily space the hooks or clips along the eaves of your home. Make sure the hooks/clips are connected firmly and spread substantially apart to keep the light strands from dangling or swinging in the breeze. Usually, 12 inches is great. Attach all the hooks along the spots you plan to have lights. Don’t use staples or nails, because the wire connections can be split, light strands can come short, and potential fire risks can be created.

6. Hang the lights. Before climbing the ladder, be sure that it is on even ground and has a firm foundation. Ask someone to hold the ladder steady. When hanging LED Christmas lights, be sure to hold the strings up to protect against the weight from the not-yet-hung portion of the strand from dragging off or breaking any clips or hooks.

7. Switch on. Now that the lights have been placed securely in the light hooks, connect the strings into the designed outlets. Set clocks if you’re using them. Check out to be sure there are no extension cords loosely dangling, or hanging wires that could create a safety risk.

8. All Systems Go. Now it’s time for you to turn on the bulbs and do a final look for any missing or dead bulbs. If there should be an entire string that isn’t working, check the links before replacing the string. Many times the problem is a bad connectivity or a burned out bulb instead of a faulty string, especially if the strand worked well before hanging.

9. Appreciate the Show! Pick up any debris and empty boxes, get your instruments away, and walk from your house to get a better look at your creations. Bet you’ve got the most beautiful light display within your village!

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