6 Benefits of LED Christmas Lights

November 21, 2018

Decorating for the holidays is full of joyful anticipation and precious memories. But it can also get really expensive. After spending money on Christmas lights and festive lawn ornaments and time arranging them just right, your heart might sink a little bit when you see your electric bill greet you in the new year.

Don’t let your December electric bill give you a bad case of the post-Christmas blues. Switch to LED Christmas lights and save energy and money. Here are six benefits of LED Christmas lights from your friends at Buzz Electrical.

1. They save you money.

This is the number one reason why we recommend LEDs Christmas lights and regular LED light bulbs around the house. LEDs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs, which means they cut the cost of your electric bill. Although they cost more upfront at the store, they can also last 25 times longer. When you factor in how often incandescent bulbs must be replaced and how much electricity they use, LEDs are the most cost-effective option in the end.

2. They are safer.

Since LEDs do not contain filaments, they do not produce very much heat. Incandescent bulbs, on the other hand, become hot to the touch and can even burn your skin. This quality makes LEDs much safer to wrap around a Christmas tree or through some garland.

3. They are more durable.

In addition to lasting longer because they don’t contain filaments, LEDs are encased in epoxy resin instead of glass. This makes them much sturdier and less susceptible to damage outdoors. It also makes them easier to store year after year, because you don’t have to worry about shattering them if you don’t wrap them up properly.

4. They are easier to use.

We all know to never daisy chain too many strands of incandescent Christmas lights together. Stringing too many Christmas lights in a row end to end can trip a circuit breaker or blow a fuse. Since LED Christmas lights use only a fraction of the wattage, you can attach up to 25 strands in a row without overloading your circuit. This makes your holiday lighting much easier to install.

5. You won’t have to sacrifice style.

LED Christmas lights come in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and styles. You can find every color imaginable, plus some fun shapes like snowflakes or gingerbread men. No matter what your Christmas decorating vision is for this year, you can find LEDs to match it.

6. You will be helping the environment.

One of the biggest benefits of LED Christmas lights is that they are eco-friendly. Because LEDs consume less energy, they will not only help save your money. They will help save the planet too!

Did these benefits of LED Christmas lights make you want to start decorating right away?

Consider using LED Christmas lights to help you save money this holiday season. Make sure you decorate for Christmas safely by following these tips. Once your Christmas lighting masterpiece is complete, share a photo with us on Facebook!

Family owned and operated Buzz Electrical is Fayetteville’s leading electrical company! If you need any electrical repairs or electrical upgrades in your Arkansas home just in time for the holiday season, we are here to help. Give us a call at (479) 267-2899.