Questions About JVS Christmas Lighting

Late September through October is the ideal installation window. Earlier installations generally provide better weather conditions and help clients get ahead of the busy November rush. JVS begins accepting reservations as early as August.

Online quote requests are typically reviewed within minutes, with most quotes provided within an hour or sooner during normal business hours. Quotes also include JVS Holiday Concepts design software so clients can see a visual concept of the proposed display before installation. Larger or more complex projects may require an on-site consultation.

Once the quote is approved and the installation is reserved, JVS coordinates the preferred installation timeframe based on availability, route scheduling and weather. November through early December fills quickly, so early reservations are strongly recommended.

Professional Christmas lighting programs typically start at $2,000 and go up based on the size, design, and scope of the display. Every project is custom designed and receives a detailed quote before work begins.

Flexible payment options may be available at checkout through Stripe, including Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay, subject to eligibility and provider terms.

Yes. JVS quotes include a written service agreement covering the selected design, scope, pricing, service terms and insurance information. JVS offers 1-year, 2-year and 3-year seasonal service agreements, with additional pricing benefits available for longer commitments.

JVS does its best to accommodate preferred installation and removal timeframes, but reservations should be made well in advance. Scheduling is based on client preferences, routing, weather and seasonal availability.

JVS Christmas Lighting is a licensed and fully insured New Jersey home improvement contractor. Insurance information is included with emailed quotes, and proof of insurance is available upon request.

JVS serves residential and commercial clients throughout Bergen County and the surrounding Northern New Jersey communities, as well as Rockland County, NY.

No. JVS supplies the professional-grade lighting, décor, installation materials, equipment, design, installation, in-season support, removal and applicable off-season storage.

Clients are covered by JVS In-Season Elf Support for applicable issues involving JVS-supplied lighting and décor. Online support requests create a service work order for the Elf Tech team.

Off-season storage is included with multi-year JVS Christmas Lighting programs. One-year programs include professional removal, with the option to renew for the following season.

JVS Christmas Lighting was founded in 2005 and has 21+ years of professional holiday lighting and decorating experience.

No. JVS operates an all-lease seasonal holiday decorating program. JVS-supplied seasonal lighting, greenery and décor remain JVS property.

JVS uses commercial-grade lighting, cords, connectors, mounting materials and décor specifically selected for professional Christmas installations.

No. JVS installs outdoor-rated automatic solar/photo-sensor timers and programs them during installation.

No. JVS provides everything needed for your professionally designed Christmas display, including commercial-grade LED lighting, wiring, installation materials, timers, wreaths, garland, bows and other selected décor. JVS is an all-lease holiday decorating company, so JVS-supplied seasonal lighting and décor remain the property of JVS. You get to enjoy the display without buying, maintaining or storing boxes of Christmas lights yourself. 🎄🏡✨

Our professional installation methods are designed to securely attach your lighting and décor while minimizing impact on your home's exterior surfaces. JVS uses professional clips, straps, mounting materials and installation techniques appropriate for the particular roofline, gutters, siding, windows, railings and architectural features being decorated. Every property is different, so our team determines the appropriate installation method for each area of your home. 🏡🎄

Just about anything! JVS can professionally decorate rooflines, peaks, fascia, gutters, windows, doors, garages, columns, railings, trees, shrubs, walkways, driveways, landscape beds and entrances. We can also incorporate wreaths, garland, bows, ground lighting and specialty Christmas décor to create a coordinated display designed specifically for your home. 🎄✨

Absolutely. Your JVS display is custom designed for your home, allowing you to select lighting colors and décor that complement your property and personal Christmas style. Returning clients can also discuss changing colors, adding new areas or expanding their display for a future season, subject to JVS program terms, product availability and scheduling. This allows your Christmas display to grow and evolve with your home and family. 🎄❤️💚✨

In most cases, you do not need to be home while our team completes an exterior installation, provided we have the necessary access to the property, outdoor electrical sources and installation areas. If garage or interior access is required, we'll coordinate that with you. If JVS-supplied lighting or décor experiences a covered problem during the season, simply submit an online JVS In-Season Elf Support request. Our Elf Tech team will create a service work order and work to get your display shining again as quickly as possible. 🎄🧝‍♂️🔧

After the holiday season, JVS professionally removes your seasonal lighting and décor according to our post-season removal schedule, with timing subject to weather and route scheduling. For qualifying multi-year programs, JVS organizes, packs and stores your JVS lighting and décor during the off-season so it's ready for the following Christmas season. With JVS, there's no climbing ladders in January and no garage full of Christmas-light boxes. We handle the process from installation through removal and eligible storage. 🎄📦✨

Yes. JVS provides professional holiday lighting and decorating for commercial properties throughout its service area.

JVS serves offices, restaurants, retail stores, shopping plazas, churches and houses of worship, medical facilities, car dealerships, apartment complexes and other commercial properties.

Yes. Installations can be coordinated around business operations, including off-hours, early mornings or weekends when scheduling permits.

Yes. JVS has the equipment, training and insurance required for appropriate multi-story and larger commercial projects.

Yes. JVS can work with HOAs and community organizations on common areas, entrances and community displays.

Commercial references may be made available to prospective commercial clients upon request.

Professional holiday lighting can help a business stand out, strengthen curb appeal and create a welcoming seasonal atmosphere for clients, employees, visitors and the surrounding community.

Permanent architectural lighting is a professionally installed, low-profile lighting system designed to remain on your home or business year-round. Unlike traditional seasonal Christmas lights that need to be installed and removed each year, permanent lighting becomes part of the property's exterior and can be used whenever you want. JVS installs the Oelo Permanent Lighting System, featuring individually addressable LED lights installed in a discreet, low-profile channel designed to complement your property's architecture. Permanent lighting is available for both residential and commercial properties, providing a clean architectural appearance during the day and virtually unlimited lighting possibilities at night. 🏡🏢💡✨

Yes. Unlike JVS's seasonal Christmas Lighting Program, where the lighting and décor are leased, your professionally installed permanent lighting system belongs to you. The system is specifically designed to remain installed 365 days a year. The low-profile channel helps the lighting blend discreetly into your home's or building's roofline and architecture, making it far less noticeable when the lights aren't being used. There are no seasonal installations, removals or boxes of Christmas lights to store. Your lighting is already there whenever you're ready to use it. 💡🏡✨

Your permanent lighting system can be controlled through an app, putting your lighting options right at your fingertips. 📱💡 You can change colors, select different lighting combinations, create patterns and effects, and control individual lighting zones or LEDs depending on your system configuration. That means you're no longer limited to one Christmas color or one lighting design. You can create an elegant warm-white architectural look one evening and transform your property with festive colors for a holiday, celebration or special event the next. One professionally installed system. Thousands of possibilities. ✨

Absolutely! 🎄🇺🇸🎃💡 Permanent lighting isn't just for Christmas. Your system can provide beautiful lighting throughout the year for Christmas, Hanukkah, Halloween, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Independence Day, birthdays, graduations, weddings, parties and other celebrations. You can also show your team spirit with your favorite professional, college or local sports team colors, or simply use elegant architectural lighting to enhance your property's appearance on an ordinary evening. Instead of installing different lights for different occasions, you simply change your permanent lighting to match the moment.

Oelo permanent lighting modules are rated for approximately 100,000 hours of operation, providing a long-term professional lighting solution when properly installed and maintained. JVS-installed Oelo systems include a 7-Year Limited Warranty. Warranty coverage varies by year and component, with the first year providing broader coverage, including applicable labor, and subsequent years providing eligible component coverage according to the warranty terms. Full warranty details are provided with your JVS permanent lighting proposal so you can review exactly what is covered before moving forward. 🛡️💡

Yes. JVS provides a complete professional permanent lighting installation, so you aren't simply purchasing a box of lights and figuring out the rest yourself. Our installation process includes planning the lighting layout, installing the low-profile channel and LED system, completing the necessary electrical connections, testing the system, setting up the controls and helping you get familiar with the app and basic operation. JVS uses trained installation technicians and follows the manufacturer's installation requirements to create a finished system that is clean and discreet by day and spectacular by night. 🏡💡✨ JVS handles the installation and setup, and you enjoy your permanent lighting 365 days a year.

We recommend reserving your lighting as early as possible, especially for weddings and events during popular spring, summer and fall dates. Early planning gives JVS time to coordinate your design, venue requirements, installation schedule and any special equipment needed. If your event date is approaching, still reach out. We'll be happy to check our availability. 💍📅✨

JVS creates custom lighting designs tailored to your venue, event style and vision. Depending on the property and event, designs can include bistro/string lighting, tree and landscape lighting, architectural accent lighting, entrance lighting, tent lighting, dance-floor lighting and other decorative lighting elements. Whether you're looking for something romantic and elegant or a dramatic evening transformation, we'll design the lighting around the atmosphere you want to create. ✨🥂

Absolutely. JVS can coordinate directly with your wedding planner, event coordinator, venue or other professionals involved with your event. We'll work together on installation requirements, access, electrical needs, timing and removal so the lighting portion of your event fits smoothly into the overall plan. 💍🤝

Yes. JVS can design lighting for ceremony spaces, receptions, tents and outdoor entertaining areas, depending on the venue and available installation points. We can also incorporate bistro lighting over reception areas or dance floors and decorative lighting for surrounding trees, landscaping, pathways and gathering spaces to help create a coordinated look throughout the property. 🌳💡✨

No. JVS can provide the professional lighting and installation materials required for your selected design. We'll work with you to create a custom lighting concept specifically for your wedding, venue and desired atmosphere. Our goal is to take the lighting responsibility off your plate so you can focus on enjoying your celebration. 💍❤️✨

Installation and removal are coordinated around your event date, venue access, other vendors and the requirements of the property. Whenever possible, we plan the installation so everything is professionally installed, tested and ready before your guests arrive. Removal is then coordinated for the appropriate time following the event. For venues with specific setup or breakdown windows, we'll work with the venue or event coordinator to plan accordingly. 📅💡

Absolutely! 🎉 JVS event lighting isn't limited to weddings. We can create professional lighting for rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, corporate events, private parties and other special celebrations. From an intimate backyard gathering to a larger venue event, JVS can help transform the space with professionally designed decorative lighting. Your event. Your vision. JVS brings it to light. ✨🥂💡

Professional bistro lighting uses decorative suspended string lighting to create a warm, inviting atmosphere for outdoor spaces. JVS can design and install bistro lighting over patios, decks, outdoor dining areas, backyards, pool areas, courtyards, restaurant patios, dance floors, event spaces and other outdoor entertaining areas. Each layout is designed around the property and the atmosphere you're looking to create. ✨🏡💡

Yes! 🎉 JVS offers temporary bistro lighting rentals for parties, weddings, corporate functions and other special events. For a temporary rental, JVS can provide the lighting and necessary installation materials, professionally install and test the display before your event, and return afterward to break down and remove the rented lighting. It's a great option when you want the atmosphere of professional bistro lighting for a special occasion without purchasing a permanent system. 💍🥂✨

Absolutely. In addition to temporary rentals, JVS can provide a one-time installation and purchase option for clients who want bistro lighting to remain at their home, restaurant or commercial property. JVS designs and professionally installs the system, and after installation, the purchased lighting becomes yours to enjoy. This is an excellent option for patios, outdoor kitchens, pool areas, restaurants and entertaining spaces where you'll enjoy the lighting throughout the season or year after year. 🏡🍽️✨

Yes. Not every property has existing structures in the right locations for a professional bistro lighting layout. When appropriate, JVS can install dedicated support posts and mounting points to create the proper layout, height and tension for the lighting. The specific installation method is determined by the property, design and site conditions. This allows us to create bistro lighting in open patios, yards and entertaining areas where suitable attachment points don't already exist. 💡🌳

Yes. JVS can design bistro lighting for a variety of residential, commercial and event environments, including patios, outdoor dining spaces, entertaining areas, reception areas and dance floors. For areas near pools or other locations with special electrical or installation considerations, JVS will evaluate the property and determine whether an appropriate and safe installation can be provided. The goal is a lighting layout that looks intentional and professionally designed, not simply strings of lights hung across the property. ✨🥂

Yes. Depending on whether you choose a temporary rental or one-time purchase, JVS can provide the professional lighting, wiring, mounting materials, supports and other components required for your particular design. We handle the professional installation, setup and testing. Where appropriate, we can also incorporate timers or automatic controls to make operating your lighting simple and convenient. You choose the experience. JVS handles the lighting. 💡✨

Absolutely. JVS provides professional bistro and patio lighting for residential and commercial properties, as well as temporary installations for weddings, parties and special events. Whether you're a homeowner creating a beautiful backyard entertaining area, a restaurant enhancing an outdoor dining patio, or an event client needing lighting for one special evening, JVS can design the appropriate solution. Choose a temporary rental for your event or a one-time installation and purchase for lighting you want to keep. 🏡🍽️🥂✨