2026 Pricing Guide

How Much Does Christmas Light Installation Cost in East Tennessee?

Short answer: most homes in Knoxville, Clinton, Farragut and LaFollette land between $650 and $2,400 for the season. Pricing runs $7–$10 per linear foot of lighted roofline, with a $650 minimum — and that price includes the lights, the hardware, installation, all-season service, January takedown and off-season storage.

Cost by Home Size

Season totals for roofline lighting only. Add-ons like wreaths and tree wraps are priced separately below.

HomeRooflineEssential ($7/ft)Signature ($8.50/ft)Showstopper ($10/ft)
Small ranch / cottage90 ft$650$765$900
Average single-story home130 ft$910$1,105$1,300
Two-story home180 ft$1,260$1,530$1,800
Large two-story / corner lot240 ft$1,680$2,040$2,400
Estate or three-story320 ft$2,240$2,720$3,200

Every job carries a $650 minimum, so smaller homes show the minimum rather than the per-foot math.

Add-On Pricing

Add-ons are quoted per item so you only pay for what you actually want lit.

  • Tree-wrapped minis$95 / per tree
  • Porch column wraps$45 / per column
  • Lit wreaths$85 / each (24")
  • Lit garland$16 / per ft
  • Shrub & bush wraps$35 / each
  • Pathway & stake lights$9 / per stake

What Drives the Price

  • Linear feet of roofline — measured from your gutters, not guessed.
  • Home height and pitch — steep, three-story and hillside homes take longer and need more anchoring.
  • Bulb grade and color plan — a designer multi-color mix costs more than one classic color.
  • Access — tight landscaping, lake lots and long cord runs add labor.
  • Add-ons — wreaths, garland, tree wraps and pathway lighting are priced per item.

How to measure your roofline

Walk the front of the house and pace the gutter line — one comfortable stride is about 2.5 feet. Add each peak and gable you want lit. Most single-story homes come in around 120–150 feet. We verify the measurement on site before anything is charged.

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Add-ons
Tree-wrapped minis ($95 per tree)2
Porch column wraps ($45 per column)2
Lit wreaths ($85 each (24"))1
Lit garland ($16 per ft)0
Shrub & bush wraps ($35 each)0
Pathway & stake lights ($9 per stake)0

Your estimated investment

$1,400$1,800

Includes professional installation and the selected services — signature package at $8.50/ft.

Ballpark only. Final pricing requires a review of your home.

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How Much Does Professional Christmas Lighting Cost?

Our professional Christmas light installation starts at:

$7

per linear foot

Minimum project: $650

Typical pricing depends on the size of your home, installation height, design, and add-ons. Every package includes commercial-grade lights and hardware, installation, in-season service, takedown and storage.

Home lit with professionally installed C9 Christmas lights along the roofline

Essential. Signature. Showstopper.

Every package includes the lights, the install, in-season service, takedown and storage. The difference is how much of your home glows — and how custom the design gets.

Front roofline

Essential

$7/ftall-in, materials included

A clean, classic front-of-house line that makes the whole street look twice.

  • Front roofline in commercial C9 LEDs
  • One classic color — warm white or your pick
  • Custom-cut cords, all-weather clips, never staples
  • Timer set and dialed in on install day
  • January takedown included
  • Bulb-out warranty all season72-hr service response
  • Takedown laborincluded

For homeowners who want clean, classic curb appeal.

150 ft home ≈ $1,050 for the season

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Signature

$8.50/ftall-in, materials included

Every visible roofline, peaks and gables — the full front-elevation glow.

Everything in Essential, plus:

  • Every visible roofline, peak and gable — not just the front
  • Custom multi-color design (warm white + red, multicolor, your call)
  • Hidden cord runs so you see light, not wiring
  • Unlimited mid-season service calls, 48-hour response
  • Labeled off-season storage — nothing in your attic
  • Your rate locked for next season
  • Unlimited service calls$150 value
  • Labeled storage & handling$95 value
  • Next-season rate lock1 year

For homeowners who want a complete professional display.

150 ft home ≈ $1,275 for the season

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Showpiece

Showstopper

$10/ftall-in, materials included

Rooflines, window trim and architectural detail — the house people drive by for.

Everything in Signature, plus:

  • Window trim, dormers, columns and architectural detail lit
  • Premium C9 + mini blend with a designed color plan and mockup
  • Smart timer / photocell control you can set and forget
  • Next-day priority service with a spare bulb kit left on site
  • First-choice install date, guaranteed before Thanksgiving
  • Climate-safe storage and your rate locked two seasons
  • On-site design mockup$125 value
  • Priority next-day service$200 value
  • Guaranteed install datebefore Thanksgiving
  • Rate lock2 seasons

For homeowners who want a large, highly customized display.

150 ft home ≈ $1,500 for the season

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$650 minimum per install. Two-story and steep-pitch rooflines quoted at the same rate.

Side-by-side package comparison
What you getEssential$7/ftSignature$8.50/ftShowstopper$10/ft
Roofline coverageFront elevationAll visible rooflines, peaks & gablesRooflines, gables, dormers & window trim
Bulb gradeCommercial C9 LEDCommercial C9 LEDC9 + mini blend, premium lens
Color designOne classic colorCustom multi-color mixDesigner color plan, on-site mockup
Cords & clipsCustom-cut, all-weather clipsHidden cord runs, dedicated timerFully concealed runs, smart photocell
Mid-season service72-hour response48-hour response, unlimited callsNext-day priority response
Bulb-out warrantyIncludedIncludedIncluded + spare kit on site
Install schedulingStandard queuePreferred windowFirst-choice date, guaranteed
Takedown & storageJanuary takedownTakedown + labeled storageTakedown + climate-safe storage
Next-season pricingStandardRate locked 1 yearRate locked 2 years + early booking

You Don't Need Another Christmas Project.

Forget climbing ladders, untangling lights, figuring out measurements, replacing burned-out bulbs, taking everything down, or finding somewhere to store it. We handle the entire process.

1

Design

We create a professional lighting display designed specifically for your home.

2

Installation

Our team handles the installation safely and professionally.

3

Maintenance

If something goes out, we'll take care of it.

4

Takedown

When the season is over, we remove the lights.

5

Storage

We'll safely store your lights until next Christmas.

Neighbors Who Left the Ladder in the Garage

They measured, hung and cleaned up in one afternoon. Our roofline looks like a magazine cover and we never touched a ladder.
Ashley R.Knoxville, TN
Wrapped four trees and both porch columns. Neighbors keep stopping to ask who did it. Worth every penny.
Dwight M.Oak Ridge, TN
Takedown and storage included sold me. A bulb went out in December and they were back out the next day.
Karen S.Clinton, TN

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Common Questions

How much does Christmas light installation cost?

Starting at $7 per linear foot with a $650 minimum. Final pricing depends on the property, installation height, design and selected add-ons. Our Signature package is $8.50/ft and Showstopper is $10/ft.

Do you provide the lights?

Yes. Commercial-grade C9 LEDs, minis, clips, custom-cut cords and timers are included in your per-foot rate. You never buy a strand and nothing goes in your attic.

Do you install lights I already own?

We install our own commercial-grade lighting so we can guarantee the display and service it all season. If you have a special piece you'd like included, ask us and we'll let you know what's possible.

Do you maintain the lights?

Yes. If a bulb, strand or clip fails between install and takedown, we come back and fix it at no charge — response time depends on your package.

Do you remove the lights after Christmas?

Yes. January takedown is included in every package.

Do you store the lights?

Yes. We label and store your lighting off-season so it's ready for next year and out of your garage.

How early should I book?

As early as you can. 2026 installation dates are open now, and holiday availability becomes more limited as December approaches.

Do you work on two-story homes?

Yes. Two-story and steep-pitch rooflines are quoted at the same per-foot rate.

Do you decorate trees and shrubs?

Yes. Tree-wrapped minis from $95 per tree, shrub wraps from $35, porch column wraps from $45, lit wreaths from $85, garland from $16 per foot and pathway stakes from $9 each.

What areas do you serve?

Clinton, Oak Ridge, Knoxville, Powell, Farragut, Karns, Norris, Maryville, Sevierville, Lafollette and surrounding East Tennessee communities.

How do I get an estimate?

Fill out the online estimate form with your address, roofline size and what you'd like lit. A Buell team member reviews it and contacts you to finalize pricing and your install date.

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