With Thanksgiving in just a few days, it’s time to shift gears and think about Christmas. One of your family’s favorite holiday traditions is going for walks and looking at Christmas lights everywhere. This year, you want to join in on the holiday spirit and decorate your house’s exterior with beautiful lights. However, if you’re unprepared for putting the lights up, it can quickly turn into a source of frustration and stress instead of cheer. Read on to learn five things you can do to ensure that your lights display is successful this year.

Did you know that your gutters perform an essential role in keeping your home free from rot, rust, and water damage? They are meant to redirect water that runs off the roof away from the house’s structure and foundation. When it comes time to repair or replace your gutters, you want to make sure that you hire the right company for the job to give your home maximum protection that lasts. Below are some questions that you should ask your gutter repair company before you officially hire them to start work. Their answers to these questions can show you whether they are a good fit for your project.