Introduction
Once the holidays come to an end, many El Paso homeowners ask the same question: when should Christmas lights be taken down? While it may be tempting to leave them up a little longer, waiting too long can lead to sun damage, roof wear, and tangled lights that won’t last another season.
At Elves on Ladders, we provide full-service Christmas light installation, maintenance, removal, and storage for homes and businesses across El Paso, TX and Las Cruces, NM. Removing your lights at the right time helps protect your home and ensures your investment lasts year after year.
The Best Time to Take Down Christmas Lights in El Paso
For most homes in El Paso, the ideal time to remove Christmas lights is:
Between January 1st and January 15th
This timeframe works best because it:
- Reduces prolonged sun exposure that can dry and crack wiring
- Helps prevent wind damage common later in winter
- Keeps lights organized and reusable for next season
Many HOAs and neighborhoods in El Paso also prefer decorations to be removed shortly after the New Year.
Why Leaving Christmas Lights Up Too Long Can Cause Problems
Although winters in El Paso are generally mild, extended exposure can still cause damage over time. Leaving lights up too long may result in:
- Brittle or cracked wire insulation
- Faded bulbs due to UV exposure
- Clips damaging fascia, stucco, or gutters
- Tangled strands that are difficult to reuse
Professional-grade Christmas lights are built to last—but only when they’re removed and stored properly.
Professional Christmas Light Removal vs DIY Removal
Many homeowners attempt to remove their Christmas lights themselves, but DIY removal often leads to:
- Ladder-related injuries
- Broken clips left on the roofline
- Scratches to gutters or roof edges
- Lights thrown into storage without organization
When you choose Elves on Ladders, professional removal includes:
- Safe ladder and roof procedures
- Clean clip removal without damage
- Organized coiling and labeling of lights
- Inspection for repairs before next season
What Happens to Your Lights After They’re Taken Down?
Once your lights are removed, our team:
- Tests all strands for performance
- Replaces worn or damaged bulbs
- Coils and labels lights by property
- Stores everything properly for next season
This process makes future installations faster, cleaner, and completely stress-free.
Serving El Paso and Las Cruces Homeowners
While Elves on Ladders is proudly based in Las Cruces, we serve homeowners and businesses throughout El Paso, including Northeast El Paso, the West Side, and Upper Valley neighborhoods.
Our full-service approach means you never have to worry about installation, maintenance, removal, or storage—we handle everything.
Schedule Professional Christmas Light Removal
If you’re ready to take down your Christmas lights safely and protect your home, Elves on Ladders makes it easy.
👉 Request a quote today and let our team handle your holiday lighting from start to finish.
