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Where Can You Buy Permanent Christmas Lights?

September 17th, 2024 | 4 min read

By Nathan Dube

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With the holidays coming up, you might be thinking about getting permanent Christmas lights for your home. These lights can make your house look festive all year long. Upgrading your home this holiday season has become an appealing possibility, but there is one issue.

It's essential to choose the right vendor as not doing so could lead to problems. You will want to avoid issues like choosing the wrong lights, getting poor service, or buying from a company that goes out of business (it happens!).

You will also want to avoid buying from a company that drops lights from their product listings after you buy or simply produces a junk product. Luckily, Lux Lights is here to help. 

We have thousands of happy customers speaking highly of our professional installations. So, you can trust us to help you find what you need. This guide will help you figure out which is the best place to buy your permanent Christmas lights so you can make the right choice. In this article you will learn:

  1. Where to buy permanent Christmas lights.
  2. What to expect when buying permanent Christmas lights from online stores.
  3. What to expect when buying permanent Christmas lights after an in-person demonstration.
  4. What to expect when buying from a professional permanent Christmas lights company.
  5. Which Permanent Christmas Lights Option Is Right for You?
  6. What Else Should You Know Before Buying Permanent Christmas Lights?

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Where To Buy Permanent Christmas Lights

The permanent Christmas lights industry is growing fast, so there are lots of places to buy them. But not all options will be right for you. Let’s look at the different places where you can buy these lights and what to consider for each one.

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Buying Permanent Christmas Lights Online

One popular option is buying permanent Christmas lights from the companies that pop up in the top search results on Google. These sites often offer good deals, but be careful! Not all lights are made the same.

For example, large foreign e-commerce sites have some of the most affordable options- and it’s likely you’ve bought all sorts of things from them in the past. But, they're not producing products of the level of quality you would expect from a super-premium brand.

Think back to your last clothing or home decor purchase from somewhere like Lululemon. Think about the quality of that product, how long it lasted, and what your general satisfaction level was with it 6 months after you bought it. 

Many e-commerce company's lights are made in countries with lower quality standards than those of American manufacturers. You might save money, but you will likely end up with lights that don’t last very long or don’t look like what you saw on the website.

If you want to save money and accept some risk, this may be a solution for you. And, online retailers offer many perks. They have fast shipping, low prices, and a wide product variety. 

Plus, it's easy to shop from home. Many of these large sites offer regular sales, coupons, and points systems that when utilized can further reduce the cost of your lights.

When buying online, make sure to:

  • Pick a quality brand.
  • Read customer reviews.
  • Review social media accounts for customer-generated videos of the products in use.
  • Check shipping times.
  • Understand the warranty.
  • Ask friends or family if they’ve bought from that store, if they were happy or not, and, why.

Buying Permanent Christmas Lights After An In-Person Demonstration

Many people purchase after a lighting professional shows them the lights in person and explains to them how they will be custom fit to their home. This allows the permanent Christmas lights company to provide accurate measurements and exact pricing so that there are no surprises.

This is a popular option because you can see the lights in person. You can ask the on-site lighting specialist questions about the lights and even physically touch and inspect them.

This gives you a very hands-on experience that allows you to make a more informed buying decision. It also gives you the ability to interact with representatives of the company and decide if they are people you want to work with.

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Buying Permanent Christmas Lights From A Professional Permanent Christmas Lights Company

If you want the best quality and don’t want to worry about installing the lights yourself, buying from a professional outdoor lighting company is your best bet. 

Here’s how it works:

  • Contact the company for pricing and a free estimate.
  • A specialist will visit your home to discuss options and take measurements.
  • You’ll get a quote based on your choices.
  • If you agree to purchase they will have you sign paperwork and put a small down payment to secure an installation date and time.
  • Installers come to your house, install the lights, and demo them for you. 
  • They will show you how to use the phone app to power on, run, and shut down your lighting system.

Make sure to find a company that provides free estimates and analysis of your home.

This option might take longer and cost more, but you’re getting top-notch products and services. Just make sure you’re buying from a company that focuses on lighting, so you’re not left without support if they stop selling lighting products.

Which Permanent Christmas Lights Option Is Right for You?

Consider these questions:

  • What’s your budget?
  • Do you want to install the lights yourself or hire a professional?
  • Do you want simple white lights or colorful ones?
  • How soon do you need the lights installed?
  • Are you looking for lights you can control with an app?
  • Do you prefer buying online, in-store, or from a specialized company?

Answering these questions will help you to decide which is the best place for you to buy your permanent Xmas lights. 

What Else Should You Know Before Buying Permanent Christmas Lights?

If you’re thinking about buying permanent Xmas lights, there are a few more things to consider before you make a purchase. To learn more, check out our companion article: Permanent Christmas Lights: What You Need to Know Before Buying. 

After reading this article, you should have most of the information required to start reviewing sellers and choosing a vendor to source your lights from.

Nathan Dube

Nathan Dube is the Content Marketing Manager at Lux Lights.