Houston homes are made for Christmas lights: long rooflines, big live oaks and palms, and front yards built for showing off. Compare local installers below or tell us what you want lit and get free quotes in about a minute.
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Christmas light installers near Houston
These installers serve Houston and the surrounding suburbs. Verified partners are checked by Grants Outdoor; other listings are managed by the installer, so ask about insurance and get a written quote before you hire.
✓ COI VerifiedChristmas Lights Decoration
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(104 Google reviews)
Lone Star Christmas Lighting
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(52 Google reviews)
✓ GOAT VerifiedChristmas lighting built for Houston weather
Houston rarely freezes, but it rains a lot and the humidity never really leaves. That makes the quality of the lights and connections matter more here than almost anywhere:
- Sealed, commercial-grade LEDs. Professional C9 bulbs and socket wire are made to sit in the rain for two months. Store-bought strands often short out after the first storm.
- Weather-protected connections. Good installers keep plugs off the ground, use outdoor-rated timers and protect every connection from standing water.
- Right-sized circuits. LEDs draw far less power than old incandescent bulbs, so a large display usually runs without tripping your outdoor outlets.
- Secure clips for wind. Gulf storms can still roll through in December, so every run should be clipped, not draped.
Popular Christmas light looks in Houston
- Wrapped live oaks. Houston’s oaks are wide and low, which makes them perfect for wrapping trunks and major branches with warm white or multicolor mini lights.
- Palm trunk wraps. A spiral of lights up a palm trunk, sometimes with a lit canopy, is a Houston favorite.
- Estate homes in River Oaks, Memorial and Tanglewood. Crisp warm white rooflines, lit columns, garland and oversized wreaths. See our guide to Christmas light installers in River Oaks.
- Bungalows in the Heights. Colorful C9 rooflines and porch garland that fit the neighborhood’s character.
- Master-planned suburbs. In Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands and Sugar Land, clean rooflines with a wreath over the garage are the most requested look.
HOA rules in Houston suburbs
Many Houston-area neighborhoods have HOA guidelines for holiday lighting, including when lights can go up and when they must come down. A local installer usually knows the rules in your community, but check your HOA guidelines before you book, especially in master-planned communities.
How much does Christmas light installation cost in Houston?
Price depends on the feet of roofline, the height and pitch of the roof, how many trees or palms you wrap, and extras like wreaths and garland. Two-story homes and tall trees take more time and equipment. Read our Christmas light installation cost guide to see how installers price jobs, then request quotes for an exact price on your home.
When to book in Houston
Houston installers often start in late October because the weather allows it. Book in October for the best dates. The weekends before and after Thanksgiving fill first. Takedown usually happens in January.
Commercial Christmas lighting in Houston
Restaurants, retail centers, churches, apartment communities and office buildings across Houston use professional holiday lighting to draw customers in December. Commercial projects need a certificate of insurance, a lift for tall buildings and installs scheduled around business hours, so plan ahead.
How it works
- Tell us what you want lit. Pick a color and the areas of your home. It takes about a minute.
- Talk with a local installer. They’ll ask about your roofline, trees and budget, and often measure from photos.
- Approve your design and price. You get the price, scope and install date in writing before anything goes up.
- Enjoy the season. Lights go up, get serviced if a strand goes out, and come down after the holidays.
Areas served around Houston
Installers on ChristmasPlug serve Houston and nearby areas including Katy, Cypress, Spring, Tomball, The Woodlands, Magnolia, Humble, Kingwood, Sugar Land, Pearland, Bellaire and West University Place. Search your city or ZIP above to see who covers your area.
Houston Christmas light FAQ
How much does Christmas light installation cost in Houston?
Most of the price comes from how many feet of roofline you light, how tall the roof is, and how many trees or palms you wrap. Wreaths, garland and ground lighting add to it. Request free quotes to get an exact price for your home.
Will Christmas lights hold up in Houston rain?
Commercial-grade LED lights and sealed socket wire are built for months outdoors. Professional installers also keep connections off the ground and protected from water, which is where most rain problems start.
Can you wrap palm trees with Christmas lights?
Yes. Palm trunks are usually wrapped in a tight spiral of mini lights, and some installers also light the canopy. Choose Trees on the quote form and mention your palms.
Does my HOA allow Christmas lights?
Most Houston-area HOAs allow holiday lighting but some limit when lights can go up and come down. Check your HOA guidelines before booking, especially in master-planned communities.
When do Houston installers start hanging Christmas lights?
Many start in late October. Book in October for the best install dates, since the weekends around Thanksgiving fill first.
Are the installers on ChristmasPlug insured?
Verified partners are checked by Grants Outdoor. Other listings are managed by the installers, so ask for proof of insurance and a written quote before hiring.
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