1. Take benefit of your existing buyer base.
Start talking about Christmas lights and attractive lighting right now (don't wait for November). Aside from the fact that time always passes more swiftly than you'd expect, citizen use Christmas lights for much more than just the typical holiday decorations. Lighting can take a baby shower from plain to spectacular with very exiguous effort. There are trees and bushes that can be wrapped in lights for a summer party, neighborhood barbecue or just a romantic dinner. Gazebo, decking or other face structures that can become extraordinary accented pieces for weddings or extra events. Christmas lights are an easy way to make every party more fun - so let your existing buyer base know that this is a assistance that you offer.
2. Surf the web to stay on top of the most recent trends in lighting.
As a professional lighting installer, you'll want to be aware of the different styles and types of lights available so you can speak like a professional when you begin your seasonal adventure. C7 and C9 Christmas light bulbs are a primary popular that you legitimately should know about. These glass bulbs with filaments are the brightest of the Christmas lights and, depending on your region of the country, are the most used for decorating purposes outside. This type of lighting is best purchased by the professional by the case of 1000 bulbs and in 1000' lengths for the wire (you have to cut the spools not to exceed 1000 Watts of bulbs on a single run). purchase a separate spool of blank wire (stringer) so that you can customize the sets to your customer's vision. Clear and multi bulbs are commonly the popular but don't be afraid to experiment with a definite color theme. An all red light accented Memorial Day event could help elevate the party a notch or two from the general outdoor grilling get-together. The theme could be prolonged with red flowers (geraniums, tulips, roses, etc.) to expand the all-red theme.
Miniature or mini lights are incredibly versatile and come in a huge array of wiring and bulb colors. Match the color of the wire of the lights to the color of the object you are lighting if you can. Most mini lights can only be run in sets of three but some industrial varieties do allow you to run up to six sets in a series (keeping in mind that you don't exceed any breaker limits).
Commercial Led Christmas lights have been on the scene for about four years and make factory easy and are vigor efficient. Their incredibly low power consumption means that you can associate up to 125 sets of lights together in a single run. They use a single power adapter at the beginning of each run. Twelve, 20, and 50 foot jumpers are available to associate or "jump" in the middle of trees, eaves, doors and windows.
3. Use a good ability industrial clip or stake.
The last thing you want to do is revisit an factory because some clips broke in a storm or face an homeowners greatest disappointment because you installed their lights with a power stapler. Some clips and attachments can be permanently installed - especially on stucco and vertical surfaces. Be sure to reveal these options with your client. industrial stakes are less likely to break and some styles are sturdy sufficient to hammer into cold hard winter soil.
4. Order some lights right away to see what they look like in real life and to show your customers.
Think of yourself as a lighting designer. Show your customers lighting samples. You just cannot underestimate the value of this step. For every someone who loves the ethereal glow of Led lighting there will be a neighbor who requires the super nova ability glow of a run of C9 transparent bulbs.
5. Install the lights on your own home.
Not only can you have your customers drive by (you can coordinate turning them on so all your neighbors won't start turning you into your homeowner's association!) but you can convention and make any mistakes on your own home.
Note the time it takes you and how close your introductory measurements for length of lights required matches reality.
6. Have most of your orders lined up by October 1.
All over the country, Christmas light importers and distributors start receiving their Christmas light products August. Light sets and lighting products with 12-inch spacing have been known to run out by the beginning of November. Don't even think that you are going to find heavy duty extension cords on November 1. They will most likely be gone. And the ones you find won't be cheap.
Folks are installing their Christmas lights earlier every year.
7. Give your first few customers a reduction if they'll let you display a yard sign.
Word of mouth and drive by advertising beats every other kind of marketing - ask any real estate agent about the power of curb appeal. Be ready to respond your phone and turn your phone message to reflect your new sideline business. You'll be surprised to see your enterprise grow.
8. Consult a scholar Electrician and your assurance Agent.
This is important - especially important if you are installing primary C7 and C9 Christmas lights. everyone seems to have a brother-in-law or someone they know who is an electrician. Play it safe and have him or her show you how to do things the correct and safe way.
Talk to your assurance agent about liability/business assurance coverage and any other appropriate assurance for your area.
9. Try to build your enterprise to continue year 'round and be innovative in your marketing
As I mentioned before, there is always a quiz, for attractive lighting. Call on nurseries to wrap their display trees - a great idea for drawing in customers. Experiment with patio lighting. Medium-base cords and bulbs are great for this type of application. Call all the local wedding planners and let them know the services you can provide.
Setting up your own sideline Christmas lights enterprise can be profitable all year long. You are only exiguous by what you want to do and how much time you want to give to it.
9 Tips For New Christmas Lights Installers
