Believe it or not, this is a great time to look into hiring a holiday lighting professional. Their schedules fill up fast as the cold months approach. An Angi survey found that nearly two-thirds of homeowners plan to decorate for the holidays, with front yards, indoor trees and windows topping the list of display spots.

For many, those glowing strands are the essence of seasonal cheer, but the road to that warm glow is often paved with frustration. Last year, 81 percent of people who decorated their own homes told us they ran into trouble. Add in icy ladders and finicky electrical connections, and it’s easy to see why 42 percent are considering hiring help this year.

Hiring a professional holiday decorator can run anywhere from $300 for simple work to more than $2,500 for a full-house tr

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