First Estimates of the Season Are Here!
Our first few Christmas light estimate requests came in over the weekend! This is a good reminder for anyone planning to have Christmas lights installed in Midlothian, Prosper, or Waxahachie: get your estimates and place your orders as early as possible!
Why Early Booking is Critical
Companies that install Christmas lights get busier and busier the closer it gets to Christmas. The longer you wait to place your orders, the later your installation date will be.
How schedules fill up:
- October: Wide availability, choose your preferred date
- Early November: Good availability, some flexibility
- Mid-November: Limited slots, less flexibility
- Late November: Mostly booked, very limited options
- After Thanksgiving: Often completely booked or waitlist only
The Thanksgiving Rush
The vast majority of people want their lights installed right before Thanksgiving, which can be a scheduling nightmare for Christmas lighting companies.
Why this happens:
- Everyone wants lights up for Thanksgiving weekend
- Families gathering want the house decorated
- Creates massive demand in a 1-2 week window
- Companies can only install so many homes per day
- First-come, first-served scheduling
The result? If you book late, your installation might not happen until after Thanksgiving—or even into December—when you were hoping to have lights up for the holiday weekend.
Supply Issues with Commercial-Grade Lights
Availability of commercial-grade lights can also become an issue later in the season. While big-box stores may have plenty of residential lights, professional companies using commercial-grade LEDs can face inventory challenges as the season progresses.
Why supply matters:
- Commercial-grade lights aren't always readily available
- Special colors or styles may sell out
- Bulk orders take time to fulfill
- Late orders may face product shortages
- Quality options become limited
Booking early ensures we have exactly the lights you want in the colors you prefer.
Early Order Discounts Available
A lot of companies will offer early order discounts as well! If you place your order early enough and are okay with an earlier installation date, you can probably save some money.
Benefits of early installation dates:
- Lower demand = potential discounts
- More flexibility for companies
- Less rushed scheduling
- Better attention to detail
- Companies appreciate early commitments
Pro tip: If the company you contact doesn't mention an early order discount, just ask! Many companies are happy to offer incentives for early bookings but don't always advertise them.
Advantages of Early Installation
Beyond scheduling and cost savings:
- Lights up early means longer enjoyment
- Test lights before peak season
- Address any issues before holidays arrive
- Avoid pre-holiday stress
- Beat the neighborhood to the punch
- More time to make adjustments if needed
Earlier doesn't mean too early: Most people are comfortable with installation in early-to-mid November, giving you 6+ weeks of enjoyment before taking them down in January.
What Happens If You Wait
Late booking consequences:
- Installation date pushed to late November or December
- Miss having lights for Thanksgiving
- Pay premium rates (if available at all)
- Limited or no color/style choices
- Rushed installation
- Added stress during busy holiday season
- May not get lights up at all
How to Book Your Christmas Lights Now
Steps to secure your spot:
- Request estimates now - Even if you're not 100% decided
- Compare quotes quickly - Don't wait weeks to decide
- Place your order - Lock in your preferred date
- Ask about early discounts - Many companies offer them
- Discuss installation timing - Find a date that works
At Vista Lawn and Pest, we're already taking bookings for Christmas light installation throughout Midlothian, Prosper, and Waxahachie. Our schedule is starting to fill, and we offer the best availability and potential discounts for early bookings.
Don't Miss Out This Year
Every year, we hear from homeowners who waited too long and couldn't get their lights installed when they wanted. Don't let that be you this year!
The message is clear: Book early, save money, get your preferred date, and enjoy stress-free holiday lighting!
If you place your order early enough, and are okay with an earlier installation date, you can probably save some money...and if the company you contact doesn't mention an early order discount, just ask!
Watch the video below to understand why early Christmas light booking is so important and how it benefits you!
For FREE Christmas light estimates and early booking in Midlothian, Prosper, and Waxahachie, contact Vista Lawn and Pest today.
