All the Tools You Need to
Install Permanent Christmas Lights
Master the Art of Permanent Christmas Lighting:
Essential Tools for Every Professional Installer
Welcome to the ultimate resource for your permanent Christmas lighting installation business!
Our carefully curated selection of tools is designed to provide you with everything you need to
build a successful and permanent lighting service, catering to both seasoned
professionals and those just starting in the industry.
DEWALT 20V MAX 7-1/4-Inch Miter Saw
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Angle Grinder Kit, 3-in.
CUT A WIDE RANGE OF MATERIALS: Includes Bonded Abrasive Wheel, Diamond(†) Multi-Material Wheel
Amazon Basics 3-Piece Aviation Snip Set - Left, Right and Straight Cut
3-piece set of aviation tin snips for easy cutting from any angle
Malco M2007 MAX2000 Bulldog 1-1/4-inch Cut Capacity 10-inch Right Cut Offset Aviation Snip
Aviation style metal snip (green grip) with versatile offset handles for straight cuts and curved cuts to the right
DEWALT 20V MAX Impact Driver, 1/4 Inch, Battery and Charger Included
7 Inch Speed Square
Malco M2006 10 inch Left
Offset Snips
Malco Max2000 offset left cutting Aviation Snips features Euro-styled ergonomic handles and superior hardened blade edges for maximum cutting life.
Ladder Stabilizer Standoff Brackets with Foam Elbows
These brackets can be slid into the rungs of most ladders
50 FT Wire Fishing Kit
For running wire through walls, attics, crawl spaces, sub-floors and suspended ceilings, great insulating property, low friction design allows the tape to easily glide through the conduit without binding at turns, joints or couplings
50' Fiberglass Fish Tape Running Wire Cable Rods
Rods can be used individually or threaded together for desired length, can be extended up to 50 feet. The item is Strong flexibility, But do not bend too hard, or it will break
Boeray 11' Fiberglass Running Electrical Wire Cable Pulling Fish Tape Kit
Fiberglass better than Plated Carbon Steel, this fish tape will not break when folded, faster, easier pulls: low friction design allows the tape to easily glide through the conduit without binding at turns, joints or couplings;
Cougar Paws
Cougar Paws has been tested up to a 12/12 pitch; however, other measures must be taken for steeper pitches. The Peak Performer's 6" high uppers will protect you from rolling or stumbling as you make your ascent while still allowing the light coloration keep feet cool in hot sun conditions with asphalt roofs!
Harness Kit
This harness kit is perfect for ensuring you don't fall off the roof with your Ridge Pro.
Personal Fall Arrest Protection
This retractable fall arrest is perfect for ensuring you don't fall off the roof with your Ridge Pro.
Quickclick Stabilizer
The stabilizer is a great way to keep your ladder from falling over
Levelok ladder levelers
Ladder levelers are a great tool for any installer, especially those who work on roofs. The best part about them is that they can be used when the ground isn't perfectly flat or even at all!
Little Giant Ladder
The remote control allows us to turn on and off the Christmas lights while keeping power supply for all connected devices. This will allow us to turn off the lights to cut the wires.
Ladder Protector
Ladder protectors can save your house from being torn by ladders.
Pitch Hopper
The pitch hopper is a unique tool that allows you to get on any roof, no matter how high or steep it may be. It has many different variations so users can find one suitable for their needs- whether they want something quick with little effort or more challenging than what's been done before!
Extension Ladder
Hanging Christmas lights is a complicated task that requires the perfect ladder for your needs. The 28-foot, 32 foot or even 40 foot extension ladders are all great options to have in order hang up those beautiful strands of bulbs without any problem at all!
Elevate Your Permanent Christmas Lighting
Installations with Our Expert-Selected Tools
With these tools at your disposal, you're not just prepared to tackle any permanent installation challenge—you're equipped to excel. Our products are selected for their reliability, effectiveness, and ease of use, ensuring you can deliver exceptional, long-lasting results with every project. Whether you're expanding your services or just beginning your journey in the permanent Christmas lighting installation business, we're here to support your success every step of the way.
Are Permanent Christmas Lights Worth It in Fort Wayne?
You love how your house looks at Christmas. You do not love climbing a ladder every November and every January to make it happen. That is exactly why permanent Christmas lights are catching on across Fort Wayne. So how do they work, what do they cost, and are they worth it?
We train lighting pros nationwide, so here is the straight answer. Permanent Christmas lights are custom LED tracks installed once along your roofline. They stay up all year, hidden in daylight, and you control them from an app. For homeowners who decorate every year, they usually pay for themselves in a few seasons. Here is the full picture.
How do permanent Christmas lights work?
A pro installs a low-profile channel along your roofline and eaves. Inside are individually controlled LED points. During the day the track blends into your trim and disappears. At night you open an app and pick warm white for the holidays, red and green for Christmas, orange for Halloween, or team colors for game day. No ladder, ever again.
What do permanent lights cost in Fort Wayne?
Permanent lighting is a bigger upfront investment than seasonal install, because it is a one-time custom system built for your home. Most Fort Wayne homes land in the low thousands, depending on how much roofline you cover. The trade is simple. You pay once instead of paying for install and takedown every single year, and you get a system you use for far more than Christmas.
Permanent lights vs seasonal installation
| Seasonal install | Permanent lights | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Every year | Once |
| Ladder work | Twice a year | Never |
| Uses | Christmas | Every holiday, year round |
| Best for | Trying it out | Decorating every year |
Are permanent Christmas lights worth it?
If you decorate every single year, yes. Add up what you spend on seasonal install and takedown over three or four seasons and permanent lighting often comes out even or ahead, with none of the hassle. If you only light up once in a while, a seasonal install is the smarter spend.
Who installs permanent Christmas lights in Fort Wayne?
The installer we trust locally is Elite Christmas Lights, the Metzger family behind Elite Soft Wash and its hundreds of five-star reviews. Fully insured and local. They handle design, installation, and support, and they aim to call new customers back within about four hours during the day.
Thinking about never climbing that ladder again? Get a free quote from Elite Christmas Lights in Fort Wayne. Would you rather decorate once and be done for good?
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