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Smart Electric

731 Elizabeth St
4.85(
31
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Approved Pro

Smart Electric

731 Elizabeth St
4.85(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Welcome to Smart Electric, a family owned and operated business with years of experience. We are fully insured and licensed. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! Call the number above for estimates and submit a request to get work ready to go!

"Carlo was very professional. He did an excellent job installing two bathroom exhaust fans. I would definitely hire him again."

aaron k on February 2021

Welcome to Smart Electric, a family owned and operated business with years of experience. We are fully insured and licensed. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! Call the number above for estimates and submit a request to get work ready to go!

"Carlo was very professional. He did an excellent job installing two bathroom exhaust fans. I would definitely hire him again."

aaron k on February 2021


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Christmas Decor By Arvidson

3209 South Route 31
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Christmas Decor By Arvidson

3209 South Route 31
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 years of experience

Our complete holiday lighting designs and installations will bring you joy throughout the season. Our fully insured and trained installation experts provide a turnkey system of specialized rental products that include a stunning design, expert installation, maintenance throughout the season, take-down, and storage. You'll enjoy checking outdoor lighting off your holiday to do list year after year! Christmas Decor By Arvidson strives to build trust and create happy customers by providing them with quality products, fair prices, and friendly service. Call today for your free estimate.

"They actually pushed up my installation so I could enjoy the home lighting for a longer period of time. The three people I dealt with on the phone were all very friendly and informative. Looking forward to having them do this next Christmas."

Ed J on December 2020

Our complete holiday lighting designs and installations will bring you joy throughout the season. Our fully insured and trained installation experts provide a turnkey system of specialized rental products that include a stunning design, expert installation, maintenance throughout the season, take-down, and storage. You'll enjoy checking outdoor lighting off your holiday to do list year after year! Christmas Decor By Arvidson strives to build trust and create happy customers by providing them with quality products, fair prices, and friendly service. Call today for your free estimate.

"They actually pushed up my installation so I could enjoy the home lighting for a longer period of time. The three people I dealt with on the phone were all very friendly and informative. Looking forward to having them do this next Christmas."

Ed J on December 2020


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Fox Valley Lighting, LLC

5N585 Dunham Trails Road
4.82(
14
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Approved Pro

Fox Valley Lighting, LLC

5N585 Dunham Trails Road
4.82(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Fox Valley Lighting is your premier choice for all of outdoor decorative lighting needs. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional craftsmanship and customer service. We specialize in Holiday and Event Lighting, Landscape Lighting, and Permanent Trim Lighting. No matter what the occasion is Fox Valley Lighting ensures we will brighten your day! CALL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE!

"Great results in landscape lighting design around my pool. Use of reflection off water is beautiful."

Bob L on July 2023

Fox Valley Lighting is your premier choice for all of outdoor decorative lighting needs. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional craftsmanship and customer service. We specialize in Holiday and Event Lighting, Landscape Lighting, and Permanent Trim Lighting. No matter what the occasion is Fox Valley Lighting ensures we will brighten your day! CALL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE!

"Great results in landscape lighting design around my pool. Use of reflection off water is beautiful."

Bob L on July 2023


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Santa's Helpers, Inc.

335 Laura Drive
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Santa's Helpers, Inc.

335 Laura Drive
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

Santa's Helpers, Inc. proudly serves the Chicagoland Area with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you with your Seasonal Exterior Holiday Lights. Request direct infor via texting 708-502-8290 or at www.MySantasHelpers.net **** We are fully insured with Business and Workman's Compensation Insurance and we have a $1,500 annual minimum.**** We pride ourselves on our 20 + years in Seasonal Holiday Lighting and operate with the highest level of standards for our clients, their property, our family of employees and your full satisfaction. All of our estimates include usage of our commercial grade materials with: Installation, Service throughout the season, & Removal of material We are locally owned and operated, so give us a call today!

"Tammy was easy to work with and had great ideas. Will use them again."

Mike R on November 2023

Santa's Helpers, Inc. proudly serves the Chicagoland Area with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you with your Seasonal Exterior Holiday Lights. Request direct infor via texting 708-502-8290 or at www.MySantasHelpers.net **** We are fully insured with Business and Workman's Compensation Insurance and we have a $1,500 annual minimum.**** We pride ourselves on our 20 + years in Seasonal Holiday Lighting and operate with the highest level of standards for our clients, their property, our family of employees and your full satisfaction. All of our estimates include usage of our commercial grade materials with: Installation, Service throughout the season, & Removal of material We are locally owned and operated, so give us a call today!

"Tammy was easy to work with and had great ideas. Will use them again."

Mike R on November 2023


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Landscape Illumination, Inc.

304 East 316 North Suite B
4.00(
21
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Approved Pro

Landscape Illumination, Inc.

304 East 316 North Suite B
4.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
32 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Landscape Illumination is an Indiana based company that services ALL of the State. We are dedicated to the art of landscape lighting. Our company was founded in 2000 by Darrin Selking. Darrin, who has a double degree from Purdue University in landscape management/design and turf grass management, designs, plans, and is involved with the installation of all lighting systems. We are members of the Indiana Builders Associations as well as the Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP). Darrin Selking is a Certified Outdoor Lighting Technician (CLVLT) by the AOLP. License #1844. As a Company, Landscape Illumination has been awarded National Outdoor Lighting Contractor of the Year in 2008, 2012, and again in 2019. This is a great honor!!! Our Central Indiana direct phone number is 317-851-9172

"Excellent work; on time and very professional."

Albert B on April 2023

Landscape Illumination is an Indiana based company that services ALL of the State. We are dedicated to the art of landscape lighting. Our company was founded in 2000 by Darrin Selking. Darrin, who has a double degree from Purdue University in landscape management/design and turf grass management, designs, plans, and is involved with the installation of all lighting systems. We are members of the Indiana Builders Associations as well as the Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP). Darrin Selking is a Certified Outdoor Lighting Technician (CLVLT) by the AOLP. License #1844. As a Company, Landscape Illumination has been awarded National Outdoor Lighting Contractor of the Year in 2008, 2012, and again in 2019. This is a great honor!!! Our Central Indiana direct phone number is 317-851-9172

"Excellent work; on time and very professional."

Albert B on April 2023


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Green City Gardens

1142 Jeffrey Ct W
4.78(
105
)
Approved Pro

Green City Gardens

1142 Jeffrey Ct W
4.78(
105
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
183 local quotes requested

Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.

"JD and his team just did the second job for us - new front yard sod & some new backyard plantings. The work is beautiful, just what we wanted, and was done efficiently and with such a great, positive crew. JD is meticulous - you get a beautiful yard and simple instructions to keep it that way! He has a great feel for what the customer wants and understands what it's going to look like all year round and over the long term. His original design is still beautiful almost 10 years later. Highly recommend, thanks JD!"

Pamela S on June 2025

Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.

"JD and his team just did the second job for us - new front yard sod & some new backyard plantings. The work is beautiful, just what we wanted, and was done efficiently and with such a great, positive crew. JD is meticulous - you get a beautiful yard and simple instructions to keep it that way! He has a great feel for what the customer wants and understands what it's going to look like all year round and over the long term. His original design is still beautiful almost 10 years later. Highly recommend, thanks JD!"

Pamela S on June 2025


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October Hardscaping LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

October Hardscaping LLC

5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
553 local quotes requested

October Hardscaping LLC: McCullom Lake's trusted landscaper. We create stunning outdoor spaces with innovative design and meticulous care. We serve in Mccullom Lake, IL, McCullom Lake Village IL; Fox Lake Village IL; Wauconda Township IL; Island Lake Village IL; Johnsburg Village IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Retaining Wall Construction, Patio Construction Contractors, General Landscaping Service Hardscape Company, Landscaping Service, Retaining Wall Service, Patio Construction, General Landscaping Company For more information visit our website: landscapermccullomlakeil.com

"Amazing! Loved every one of them and even bought them lunch and made them coffee each day. Great workers with a great work ethic! Would hire them in an instant!"

Leslie C on September 2024

October Hardscaping LLC: McCullom Lake's trusted landscaper. We create stunning outdoor spaces with innovative design and meticulous care. We serve in Mccullom Lake, IL, McCullom Lake Village IL; Fox Lake Village IL; Wauconda Township IL; Island Lake Village IL; Johnsburg Village IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Retaining Wall Construction, Patio Construction Contractors, General Landscaping Service Hardscape Company, Landscaping Service, Retaining Wall Service, Patio Construction, General Landscaping Company For more information visit our website: landscapermccullomlakeil.com

"Amazing! Loved every one of them and even bought them lunch and made them coffee each day. Great workers with a great work ethic! Would hire them in an instant!"

Leslie C on September 2024


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R & G Almanza Landscape Inc

7322 N Kedzie Ave
4.27(
248
)
Approved Pro

R & G Almanza Landscape Inc

7322 N Kedzie Ave
4.27(
248
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
375 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

At R & G Almanza Landscape Inc. we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in performing our absolute best in all the work we perform and to always keep you educated about the work process. Our team is dedicated to staying on the leading edge in industry, so whether you need simple shrubbery trimming and shaping or something more complex such as the complete re-design of your back yard, we have the skills, people and tools to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently. R & G Almanza LAndscape Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of work at a fair price. When you hire us, we guarantee prompt, reliable, and fair services and we will promise to always strive for 100% satisfaction.

"The charged a fair price, came when they said they would be there and worked diligently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend R&G Almanza to anyone."

Vincent W on April 2022

At R & G Almanza Landscape Inc. we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in performing our absolute best in all the work we perform and to always keep you educated about the work process. Our team is dedicated to staying on the leading edge in industry, so whether you need simple shrubbery trimming and shaping or something more complex such as the complete re-design of your back yard, we have the skills, people and tools to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently. R & G Almanza LAndscape Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of work at a fair price. When you hire us, we guarantee prompt, reliable, and fair services and we will promise to always strive for 100% satisfaction.

"The charged a fair price, came when they said they would be there and worked diligently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend R&G Almanza to anyone."

Vincent W on April 2022


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Rojas Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance Inc

10807 Charles Rd
4.31(
35
)
Approved Pro

Rojas Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance Inc

10807 Charles Rd
4.31(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
895 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

As a full-service landscape company, ROJAS LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE, INC. provides a one-stop shop for all areas of landscaping, including mowing and edging, planting trees and flowers, trimming trees, placement of sod and mulch, compost, brick and stone patios, and cleanups. We recognize that all of our clients have different needs and we work hard to ensure that every one of our clients in entirely satisfied with our work. ROJAS LANDSCAPING AND LAWN MAINTENANCE INC. employs only the most well versed, well rounded, and expressive landscape architects. You will absolutely love the work we do for you, whether it's redoing your front yard, new gazebo, industrial complex, or shopping center.

"Lino and his crew cut down 6 trees on our property. They presented us with a fair bid for the job and were very efficient. Lino provided excellent communication throughout and his crew left a very clean job site. Very professional. One of the tress was right next to the house and they took it down with surgical precision."

Noreen L on May 2025

As a full-service landscape company, ROJAS LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE, INC. provides a one-stop shop for all areas of landscaping, including mowing and edging, planting trees and flowers, trimming trees, placement of sod and mulch, compost, brick and stone patios, and cleanups. We recognize that all of our clients have different needs and we work hard to ensure that every one of our clients in entirely satisfied with our work. ROJAS LANDSCAPING AND LAWN MAINTENANCE INC. employs only the most well versed, well rounded, and expressive landscape architects. You will absolutely love the work we do for you, whether it's redoing your front yard, new gazebo, industrial complex, or shopping center.

"Lino and his crew cut down 6 trees on our property. They presented us with a fair bid for the job and were very efficient. Lino provided excellent communication throughout and his crew left a very clean job site. Very professional. One of the tress was right next to the house and they took it down with surgical precision."

Noreen L on May 2025


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AQ Landscaping Inc.

130 Terry Ct
4.90(
10
)
Approved Pro

AQ Landscaping Inc.

130 Terry Ct
4.90(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
376 local quotes requested

We are providers of landscaping services in the Chicago area. Our mission is to maintain the highest quality and professionalism from start to finish. We are confident in our results because all our jobs are custom for the needs of each home. We strive for the highest degree of quality products and workmanship. During the years in business, AQ Landscaping Inc. has satisfied many customers. It is our reputation of quality work, professionalism, and customer service our customers continue to rely on us for their needs. To understand the expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer professionally. We base our reputation on service, safety, and quality. Call us today and find out how we can meet all of your landscaping needs!

"Went great. They showed up for estimate and I proceeded with the work"

JAY P on May 2023

We are providers of landscaping services in the Chicago area. Our mission is to maintain the highest quality and professionalism from start to finish. We are confident in our results because all our jobs are custom for the needs of each home. We strive for the highest degree of quality products and workmanship. During the years in business, AQ Landscaping Inc. has satisfied many customers. It is our reputation of quality work, professionalism, and customer service our customers continue to rely on us for their needs. To understand the expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer professionally. We base our reputation on service, safety, and quality. Call us today and find out how we can meet all of your landscaping needs!

"Went great. They showed up for estimate and I proceeded with the work"

JAY P on May 2023

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FAQs for holiday lighting add or remove projects in Elgin, IL

If climbing ladders or handling wiring isn’t in your comfort zone, hire a pro. Look for installers who post clear per-foot or hourly rates, carry insurance, and have solid reviews. Comparing at least three quotes helps you spot fair pricing without sacrificing safety. Skipping credentials to save a few dollars can cost you far more in repairs, so pick a qualified team and enjoy a safe, eye-catching display.

Yes, booking between February and September often scores lower rates because demand is light and pros have open calendars. You might even negotiate a discount package that includes removal or storage. If the budget is tight, ask whether a handyperson or an off-season permanent-light install makes sense for your home and timeline.

Determining the number of holiday lights for your house depends on your home’s size and specific decorative vision. Your project requires 10 to 20 light strands for a basic exterior display, with 100 lights allocated for eaves and an additional 10 to 20 bulbs for each awning. 

For trees and substantial shrubs, allocate five to 10 strands per unit to achieve complete and balanced illumination across your property.

Tipping isn’t mandatory, but it’s a nice way to thank your installer for a job well done. Most homeowners offer 10% to 20% of the total bill or round up to an even figure if the crew exceeds expectations. A small extra goes a long way toward showing appreciation—and may help you snag priority booking next season.

Yes, you can install holiday lights yourself if your property layout is straightforward and your electrical system is secure. Homeowners who are confident in their ability to safely handle wiring and use proper equipment can save money with a DIY approach. 

However, it is crucial to test all outlets thoroughly and secure the proper ladders and safety gear before starting. Careful planning and adherence to safety guidelines are essential to protect yourself and your home while achieving an attractive display.

Start by clearing the area of loose debris, damaged shingles, and anything that could trip you up. Test outdoor outlets and, if you’re unsure, bring in an electrician. Use a sturdy extension ladder (or scaffolding for very high spots) and never work alone—having a helper steady the ladder is non-negotiable. Taking these simple steps keeps you, your roof, and your new lights safe.

The Elgin, IL homeowners’ guide to holiday lighting add or removes

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.