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Christmas Light Installation in Chicago, IL

Compare 4 local christmas light installation pros. Typical service: $289–$810.

Top Christmas Light Installation Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.Light Up Your Holidays

    4.9★ (198 reviews)

    4.9★ from 198 reviews

    +13127288499Website

  2. 2.Imperial Lighting Maintenance Company

    3.9★ (12 reviews)

    3.9★ from 12 reviews

    +17737941150Website

  3. 3.Light Up Your Holidays

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +13128831561Website

  4. 4.South Chicago Lighting Partners

    2.3★ (3 reviews)

    2.3★ from 3 reviews

    +17087428356Website

Christmas Light Installation Cost in Chicago

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Roofline lighting, one-story home$289–$810/job
Two-story home$463–$1,157/job

Christmas Light Installation prices in Chicago run about 16% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Chicago, rated 4.0★ on average across 214 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling christmas light installation.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

  • Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal
  • Chicago and many suburbs require local contractor registration for permitted work
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local contractor licensing

Sources: idfpr.illinois.gov

Christmas Light Installation FAQs for Chicago

How much does Christmas light installation cost in Chicago?

Professional Christmas light installation for a one-story Chicago home typically runs $289-$810, usually including takedown.

How many Christmas light installers serve Chicago?

We track 4 holiday lighting installers serving Chicago.

Is Christmas light installation in Chicago more expensive than average?

Seasonal outdoor labor in Chicago runs about +15.7% versus the national average.

When should I book Christmas light installation in Chicago?

Book by early fall; Chicago installers fill their schedules by November, and lights go up most easily before winter lows near 18F arrive.

Do holiday light installers in IL need a license?

In IL, Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal. Any new outdoor outlet for a Chicago display is work for a licensed electrician.

Is takedown included in Chicago?

Usually; most Chicago installers include takedown in the $289-$810 price, and many offer storage.

Do I have to buy the lights in Chicago?

Most Chicago installers lease commercial-grade LED lights as part of the price, so there is nothing to store.

How many quotes should I get for Christmas lights in Chicago?

Two or three; with 4 installers serving Chicago, compare the linear feet covered and whether takedown is included.