1. Make sure to plan where you are putting your lights! Think of a design you want to create this season and then plan on your lights before hanging them. Some common places to hang them are as follows:
- Atop bushes, hedges and trees
- Around pillars, posts or deck railings
- Around windows, door frames and other architectural features
- Near driveways and pathways
- Inside window boxes and planters
- Along your rooflines or eaves
2. Measure and count! Don't be caught without enough lights to finish your design. Make sure that you have all the supplies and correct amounts before starting your project.
3. Safety! If you plan on getting on the roof or other high risk areas make sure to plan ahead and ensure proper safety measures and plans are in place in case of an emergency. A family member or close friend should always be close by. Never attempt to put lights up in the dark, in a slippery environment, or with no safety precautions.
4. Check your lights! Make sure that all your strains are in working order and no fraying is apparent before setting them all up. This can help you to avoid wondering which light had made your whole set up go down.
5. Know your power sources. Make sure that you have enough power to supply the amount of lights that you are putting up and ensure that this power supply is within a feasible distance.
6. Limit the amount of times you go up and down the latter. Pack a box or bucket with your supplies to bring more items up at once.
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