How to Store Christmas Lights Properly for Next Year

Once the holidays end and your lights come down, one big challenge remains — storage. If you live in Frisco or anywhere across North Texas, you’ve probably dealt with tangled cords, broken bulbs, or missing strands when the next season rolls around.

At Christmas Lighting DFW, we help homeowners keep their displays organized, protected, and ready for next year. Proper storage extends the life of your lights and makes your next installation faster and easier.

Clean and Inspect Before Storing

Before packing up, take a few minutes to inspect each strand. Check for cracked bulbs, frayed wires, or missing clips. Cleaning off dirt and moisture helps prevent corrosion during storage, especially with outdoor lights exposed to Frisco’s variable winter weather.

Lay lights flat and let them dry completely before packing. This step alone can save you from replacing strands next season.

Use Spools or Wrap Boards

The easiest way to prevent tangles is to wrap each light strand around a plastic spool or sturdy piece of cardboard. This method keeps wires straight and organized.

Many Plano and McKinney homeowners also use labeled storage bins or reels — one for roofline lights, one for trees, and another for yard décor — making next year’s setup quick and stress-free.

Label by Location

If you used multiple types of lighting (roofline, windows, shrubs, trees), label each strand or bin with its location. A small piece of tape and a marker go a long way toward saving hours of guesswork later.

This organization method is something our Frisco lighting crew uses year-round when managing large commercial and residential displays.

Store in a Cool, Dry Place

Avoid storing lights in attics or garages that get too hot in summer. Extreme temperatures can damage insulation and weaken wiring. Instead, store your lights in a climate-controlled space or a labeled bin in a closet.

At Christmas Lighting DFW, we provide free, climate-controlled storage for our Frisco clients — so you never have to worry about damage or clutter.

Benefits of Professional Storage

Professional light storage services eliminate the hassle entirely. Our team:

• Removes your lights safely

• Inspects and repairs minor issues

• Wraps and labels each strand

• Stores them in a temperature-controlled facility

When the next season arrives, everything is organized, tested, and ready to reinstall.

This service is available for homeowners in Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, and other nearby DFW suburbs.

Final Thoughts

Storing Christmas lights the right way saves time, money, and frustration when the holidays return. Whether you prefer to handle it yourself or let the professionals take care of everything, proper organization keeps your lighting investment looking new for years.

If you live in Frisco or the surrounding area, contact Christmas Lighting DFW to schedule professional takedown and free storage — so you can start next season with your lights ready to shine.