Indoor

Outdoor LED Christmas lights are the cherries on a cake when it comes to setting the scene for the festive season. Twinkling lights in the snow on a clear, dark night can make your home look inviting and make a superb welcome for all your holiday guests and visitors.

It's easy to get wrapped up in the pleasure of the season though, and, like many other home owners, try to install LED Christmas lights and decorations without much thought to safety. But, every year there're a significant number of fires in the home as an outcome of faulty lights or their inappropriate use. So it is important to know what you're doing when placing your lights up, otherwise the holiday season could be one you memorize for all the wrong reasons. Following several fundamental rules will help:

There are two types of decorative lighting options: indoor & outdoor LED Christmas lights. Rule no.1 is to always use the suitable lights for a specific environment and never be tempted to take short cuts. While you may think that the lights you've just purchased would look cool hanging in your dining room, particularly when the family are seated for Christmas dinner, do not use them if they are labeled "For outdoor use only."

Before putting your lights up, ensure that all leads are free from damage. This is especially important if your lights are old and are used many times over. Change any faulty bulbs with the same kinds of bulbs and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Keep lights out of the reach of kids, and always turn your Christmas tree lights off before going to bed. Ensure that all outdoor LED Christmas lights are weatherproof and use extra low voltage equipment, specially if hanging lights on fences and roofs. If your lights are going to be installed near any gutters, make sure that they are cleared of leaves.

Secure all lighting equipment to avoid damage in strong winds, and turn off your outdoor lighting in stormy or rainy weather. Keep electrical leads clear of walkways and driveways and avoid passing leads through windows and doors.

If you plan on having a sophisticated lighting display whether it be using indoor or outdoor LED Christmas lighting, or are responsible for arranging the festive lighting for a number of buildings, it is best to call in the professionals.

Not just will a professional electrical contractor set up your complete lighting system for you, but he or she will also be able to recommend you on what lighting display will work finest given your current electrical wiring system. A specialist electrical contractor will also maintain your lighting display all over the season, and dismantle it when the festivities are over. All you have to do then is sit back with the rest of the family and enjoy the view - with the peace of mind that the only disasters you will have to contend with during the holidays will be the regular family kind!

Take the time this year to plan and execute a safe and happy holiday for your family, friends & neighbors by being diligent with your indoor and outdoor LED Christmas lights. Cheers to you and your family!