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What Extension Cord Should I Get For My Christmas Lights?

A damaged extension cord can turn sparkling Christmas lights into a raging housefire. Because of that, it’s crucial to be careful how you use your extension cords to power those lights. In this article, we’ll go over why the right extension cords are so important and how to use them. That way you can light up your home for the holidays safely.

Why It Matters Which Extension Cord You Use

Power Requirements: A typical household circuit can draw a lot of power for outlets, lights, or other appliances. That means your Christmas lights share that circuit with anything else there. If that circuit already has several things on it, you might start tripping your breakers. It also may prevent other things plugged into that circuit from getting enough power.

Heat: You should be able to find the extension cord's max amperage on the packaging. This is the highest amount of power that the cord can handle. Running something that needs more on that cord can cause it to overheat. If that happens, the cord could melt its insulation and start a fire. If you plan on running more than one string of lights, you'll need to know the power they all pull so you don't overload the cord.

Click this link for a video where our Electrical department managers discuss their thoughts on precautions to take when decorating with Christmas lights.
How To Keep Your Extension Cord Safe

How To Choose Your Cord: For outdoor decorations, you’ll want to use a good indoor/outdoor extension cord. They’re insulated against the weather and easy to see. Indoor decorations can use smaller indoor cords as long as you know the power limits. Beyond that, it’s going to depend on how much you’re powering and how far the cord needs to travel. In general, a 14-gauge cord is good for 25 feet of lights, a 12-gauge for 50 feet, and a 10-gauge for 100 feet. LED lights are going to use less power than incandescent, so they can use a smaller cord.

Where To Plug Them In: GFCI protection is especially important when considering exterior Christmas lights. Because the lights and cords stay outside, they have a higher chance of weather damage. GFCI outlets shut the circuit down if they sense the power isn’t going where it should. That can prevent fires and helps to keep your family safe.

Click this link for a video talking about the things to know about using your space heater effectively and safely, including extension cord usage.
We hope you enjoy your Christmas lights this year. If you have any problems, Any Hour Services would be happy to help. One of our electricians can answer any questions you may have and help your family be safe. You can give us a call or schedule an appointment online.
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Pricing FAQ

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Our pricing is fair and transparent. We use a fixed-price guide that reflects the time, materials, and real costs of running a dependable home services business. No hourly rates. No inflated prices based on where you live. We focus on what it takes to get the job done—not on how much we can charge.

Before we price your plumbing job, our licensed plumber will perform an in-home assessment to evaluate the tasks required. We only charge for what’s necessary—no fluff, no extra costs. This allows us to pinpoint areas where we can save you money without sacrificing quality.

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We price the job—not the clock. Hourly rates can be unpredictable, leaving you unsure of the final cost until the job is done. We believe in upfront, fixed pricing based on the work itself—not guesswork. You won’t pay for delays or mistakes, and we hold ourselves accountable to ensure there are no surprises.

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We prefer to price based on the job and not what other companies charge. Hourly rates can lead to unexpected costs for homeowners, making the final price unpredictable. By pricing the work itself, we make sure you’re only paying for what’s actually needed—keeping things fair and efficient.

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Our phone staff are not licensed plumbers, so they can’t quote prices that would be accurate to your project’s needs. A trained plumber needs to see the job firsthand to give you a clear, upfront price. Quotes over the phone are a guess, and we prefer transparency over uncertainty.

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Ballpark prices can be misleading. Until we see the job, we can’t quote your final estimate accurately. Other companies may give an estimate range, but that often leads to additional costs and surprises later. Instead, we focus on giving you a fair price once a licensed plumber can assess the job properly.

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We have a small dispatch fee to send our plumber to your home. They’ll arrive in a truck stocked with thousands of parts, ready to complete most jobs the same day. After a thorough evaluation, your plumber will explain the issue, walk you through the recommended fix, and show you your options and final price. No hourly rates. No surprises. Just a clear, upfront price before any work begins.

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