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Avatar for Christmas Decor By Arvidson

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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Window Genie of Northwest Chicago

1622 Picardy Court
4.84(
16
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•Approved Pro

Window Genie of Northwest Chicago

1622 Picardy Court
4.84(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Window Genie ofNorthwest Chicago is proud to be a locally owned and operated company that serves the surrounding community. Our commitment to customer satisfaction and professionalism set us apart from our competition around town. Our estimates are always free, and our services are more affordable than you think. Get in touch today!

"We are so pleased with Window Genie. Todd came out quickly and gave us an estimate. He was flexible with scheduling and the crew showed up when they said they would. My windows look great and the men were very respectful of our home and property. I will be using them again and would recommend."

Renee M on May 2023

Window Genie ofNorthwest Chicago is proud to be a locally owned and operated company that serves the surrounding community. Our commitment to customer satisfaction and professionalism set us apart from our competition around town. Our estimates are always free, and our services are more affordable than you think. Get in touch today!

"We are so pleased with Window Genie. Todd came out quickly and gave us an estimate. He was flexible with scheduling and the crew showed up when they said they would. My windows look great and the men were very respectful of our home and property. I will be using them again and would recommend."

Renee M on May 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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Perfect Touch Home Improvement

275 12th St
5.00(
30
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•Approved Pro

Perfect Touch Home Improvement

275 12th St
5.00(
30
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•Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Perfect Touch, we proudly provide professional Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs, Pressure Washing, and Deck & Fence Restoration in Wheeling and nearby areas, including Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, and Deerfield and more. We’re committed to delivering exceptional results with unmatched attention to detail—because customer satisfaction is our top priority. Whether for your home or business, our skilled local team is here to make your property shine. Free estimates are available, and all work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.

"Clean efficient and great price to repair our deck damaged by a tree falling. "

Richard J on September 2025

At Perfect Touch, we proudly provide professional Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs, Pressure Washing, and Deck & Fence Restoration in Wheeling and nearby areas, including Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, and Deerfield and more. We’re committed to delivering exceptional results with unmatched attention to detail—because customer satisfaction is our top priority. Whether for your home or business, our skilled local team is here to make your property shine. Free estimates are available, and all work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.

"Clean efficient and great price to repair our deck damaged by a tree falling. "

Richard J on September 2025

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Green City Gardens

1142 Jeffrey Ct W
4.78(
105
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•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
154 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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Ecoscape Architectural Design LLC

9105 W Emerson St
4.95(
21
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•Approved Pro

Ecoscape Architectural Design LLC

9105 W Emerson St
4.95(
21
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
210 local quotes requested

Your One stop Shop for Landscape Construction services Where quality Exceeds Excellence. General Contractors, Builders, Designers , Landscape Construction, Snow Removal, property management as well as Lots of interior renovation services Licensed, Bonded and insured contact Harvey for a FREE estimate 1847 558 4221 Ecoscape20@gmail.com Ecoscape312.com

"Harvey and his team did such a phenomenal job With our patio extension and fireplace build out! I’m just so impressed by how hard working the crew was and so friendly. They all have a great eye for design and know how to bring our vision to life. I would highly recommend to others looking to take their patio and outdoor landscape to the next level. Thanks again for such a wonderful job."

Westley B on October 2023

Your One stop Shop for Landscape Construction services Where quality Exceeds Excellence. General Contractors, Builders, Designers , Landscape Construction, Snow Removal, property management as well as Lots of interior renovation services Licensed, Bonded and insured contact Harvey for a FREE estimate 1847 558 4221 Ecoscape20@gmail.com Ecoscape312.com

"Harvey and his team did such a phenomenal job With our patio extension and fireplace build out! I’m just so impressed by how hard working the crew was and so friendly. They all have a great eye for design and know how to bring our vision to life. I would highly recommend to others looking to take their patio and outdoor landscape to the next level. Thanks again for such a wonderful job."

Westley B on October 2023

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Overland

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Overland

New on HomeAdvisorNew on HomeAdvisor
•Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a small company but we strive to give the best, our goal is to satisfy my clients, treat them very well because thanks to work we support our families. Thank you for choosing Overland. We will not disappoint you.

We are a small company but we strive to give the best, our goal is to satisfy my clients, treat them very well because thanks to work we support our families. Thank you for choosing Overland. We will not disappoint you.

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R & G Almanza Landscape Inc

7322 N Kedzie Ave
4.27(
248
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•Approved Pro

R & G Almanza Landscape Inc

7322 N Kedzie Ave
4.27(
248
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
301 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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Joe and Tony Landscaping LLC

89 Lee Rd
4.62(
195
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•Approved Pro

Joe and Tony Landscaping LLC

89 Lee Rd
4.62(
195
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
366 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Joe and Tony Landscaping LLC is entering it’s 45th year, as a maintenance and design/build company providing the Northshore with professional, experienced, award winning landscape services. Our continued commitment to employee training and product knowledge assures you the highest industry standards and product installation techniques are being utilized on your landscape project. Take advantage of our landscape design and installation experience to give your home the look that complements you and your lifestyle.

"it went EXCELLENT - everything went exactly as planned - would definitely recommend them to everyone - they are the best !!!!"

Bob S on December 2021

Joe and Tony Landscaping LLC is entering it’s 45th year, as a maintenance and design/build company providing the Northshore with professional, experienced, award winning landscape services. Our continued commitment to employee training and product knowledge assures you the highest industry standards and product installation techniques are being utilized on your landscape project. Take advantage of our landscape design and installation experience to give your home the look that complements you and your lifestyle.

"it went EXCELLENT - everything went exactly as planned - would definitely recommend them to everyone - they are the best !!!!"

Bob S on December 2021

Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping

38685 Illinois Route 59
5.00(
6
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•Approved Pro

Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping

38685 Illinois Route 59
5.00(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
435 local quotes requested

We specialize in Brick Paving and Landscaping. We also do maintenance. We are owner operated. Call us for an estimate today!

"The owner efrain came out to give me an estimate to reset pavers for my patio the job entailed to reset 25 pavers each paver was cleaned before reset back in place his quality of his work is emaculate"

Bruce M on September 2024

We specialize in Brick Paving and Landscaping. We also do maintenance. We are owner operated. Call us for an estimate today!

"The owner efrain came out to give me an estimate to reset pavers for my patio the job entailed to reset 25 pavers each paver was cleaned before reset back in place his quality of his work is emaculate"

Bruce M on September 2024

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FAQs for holiday lighting add or remove projects in Lake Forest, 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.

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