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Christmas Light Year-Long Storage

Free up garage space by letting us store your holiday lighting between seasons, inventoried and inspected before it goes back up.

5.0 on Google · 80+ reviewsFully insured · WSIBSince 2016

Year-Long Storage

Free up your garage — let us store your lights

Most garages have a bin, or several, of tangled lights, half-working strands and cords nobody wants to sort through in October. Our storage service takes that off your hands entirely. When we take your lights down in January, we catalog every strand rather than tossing everything into a single box, so we know exactly what you own, where each piece was used on your home, and what condition it is in when it goes into storage for the year.

Between seasons, strands sit in our inventory rather than your rafters, and when booking opens again in late summer, we already know what needs replacing before your next install even begins. Storage costs from $100 per season and pairs naturally with our Full Season Holiday Service, though you can add it on to a standalone installation or takedown as well. It is a small cost against the garage space, and the hassle, of managing bins of lights yourself every year.

What is included

  • Pickup as part of your scheduled January takedown
  • Cataloging of every light strand, cord and timer
  • Inspection for burnt-out bulbs and worn connectors
  • Secure storage between seasons
  • Inventory tracking so nothing goes missing between years
  • Pre-install inspection before your next season's lights go back up
  • From $100 per season

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  • Home lit in blue and green with RGB permanent LED Christmas lighting at night
  • Home outlined in blue permanent LED roofline lights under a moonlit sky
  • Installer kneeling to decorate a warm-white lit Christmas tree inside a commercial building.
  • Christmas decor installer trimming a lit tree in an office building lobby.
  • Large spruce tree fully wrapped in glowing multicolour Christmas lights during blue hour outside a brick home

How storage fits into your season

Storage begins the moment your lights come down. Rather than coiling everything into a garbage bag, our crew separates strands by type and location on your home, so the roofline lighting, tree wraps and any decorative pieces are tracked individually. That inventory record follows your strands into storage and comes back out again the following October or November when we schedule your next installation, meaning we already know what is in good shape and what might need swapping before it goes back on your home.

What the cost covers

Storage starts from $100 per season, which covers cataloging, secure storage space, and the inspection we do before your lights go back up the following year. The exact cost can depend on how much lighting you have, a Classic roofline-only display takes up less space than a full Griswold-tier property with trees, shrubs and a wreath included, and whether you are storing decorating pieces like wreaths and garland alongside the lights. We confirm the storage cost alongside your takedown or full-season quote before anything is booked.

What to expect before your next install

Before we bring your lights back for the next season, we run a pre-install inspection, checking for bulbs that failed while in storage, connectors that have loosened, and cords that show wear from a full winter of use the year before. Anything that needs replacing gets flagged and, when needed, swapped as part of your next installation, so you are not the one discovering a dead strand halfway up a ladder in November. This is part of why our storage customers consistently have smoother installs the following year.

What Our Customers Think About Us

Five-star reviews across South-Western Ontario

John M. — St. Thomas, Ontario

“Absolutely delighted with the service provided by 'We Install Christmas Lights'. They took the hassle out of our holiday preparations by providing a professional and timely installation and takedown service. Kyle and his team's attention to detail was impressive — creating a magical and festive ambiance for our home.”

Jonathan and Diane — London, Ontario

“Matt and Kyle from 'We Install Christmas Lights' provided an exceptional light installation service in London. They transformed our home into a winter wonderland with their expert touch. The team's efficiency in both installation and takedown was commendable. Working with them was an absolute pleasure.”

Mike and Beth — Woodstock, Ontario

“Their professionalism and expertise were evident in every step. The quality of the lights used was truly top-notch — brightness and durability stood out in our harsh winter weather, adding a magical touch to our home. Anyone seeking a high-quality, hassle-free experience should consider Kyle and Matt's service.”

Philipe Cartier — Ingersoll, Ontario

“From the moment I received a very reasonable quote, the entire process was smooth and swift. Their turnaround time from quote to installation was incredibly quick, without compromising on the quality of their work. This level of efficiency and professionalism is rare and greatly appreciated during the busy holiday season.”

FAQ

Year-Long Storage: common questions

How much does Christmas light storage cost?

Storage starts from $100 per season. The exact price depends on how much lighting you have, since larger properties with roofline, tree and shrub lighting take up more storage space than a single Classic package, and whether you are also storing decorative pieces like wreaths and garland. We confirm the number as part of your takedown or full-season quote.

Can I add storage without booking a full-season program?

Yes. Storage can be added on to a standalone installation or takedown request rather than requiring the full-season program. Let us know when you book that you would like your lights stored rather than returned to you directly, and we will include the storage cost in your quote up front, with no separate booking needed.

Will my lights be inspected before they go back up next season?

Yes. Before your next season's installation, we check every strand for burnt-out bulbs, loose connectors and cord wear that may have developed over the past year. Anything that needs replacing is flagged ahead of time, and we can swap it during the next install so your display goes up working properly from day one.

What happens if I want my lights back instead of storing them?

That is entirely your choice. Storage is optional, and if you would rather keep your lights at home between seasons, we simply hand everything back to you after takedown, cataloged and boxed the same careful way we would package it for our own storage inventory, ready for you to store yourself.

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