Commercial-grade C9 LEDs
120V C9 bulbs rated for long seasonal life, available in warm white, pure white, multicolor and individual colors.
Custom-fit C9 lighting
Roofline Christmas Light Installation in Washington, DC
Create the clean, architectural look that defines a professional holiday display. We install commercial-grade C9 LEDs along gutters, eaves, peaks, dormers, ridgelines and roof hips using purpose-built attachment systems and timers.
Roofline pricing
Roofline lighting is generally $12–$16 per linear foot. Your quote reflects roof height, access, peaks, ridgelines and design complexity.
The professional difference
A roofline should look designed—not improvised
Retail strings are fixed lengths. A professional roofline is planned around the architecture so spacing stays consistent and transitions look intentional.
Custom-fit socket line
Measured around the approved design so corners, peaks and eaves read cleanly without bunching excess wire.
Purpose-built clips
Socket-locking, RidgeLine Pro and magnetic attachment options selected for the installation surface.
Timer-controlled operation
Set a predictable nightly schedule and enjoy the display without remembering to switch it on and off.
Design choices
Choose the look that fits the property
A crisp warm-white outline creates an elegant architectural finish. Multicolor or single-color C9 layouts can create a more festive or branded look.
✓Warm white for a classic premium appearance
✓Pure white for a cooler, brighter finish
✓Multicolor: red, orange, blue, green and yellow
✓Single-color red, green, blue, orange or yellow
Layer the design
Roofline lighting can anchor a complete display
Once the architecture is outlined, complementary lighting can add depth around landscaping, entries and pathways.
Tree & Landscape Lighting
Mini lights for trees, shrubs, hedges, porch columns and landscape elements.
Explore landscape lighting →Wreaths, Garland & Décor
Finish entries, columns and focal points with commercial-grade greenery and bows.
Explore holiday décor →Products We Install
See the bulbs, clips, mini lights, stakes, wreaths and garland used in our systems.
View products →Removal & Storage
We return after the season to remove, organize and store the installed display.
See full-season service →What your quote accounts for
Why two rooflines with the same footage can price differently
Linear footage is only one part of the job. Height, roof pitch, dormers, ridgelines, access, attachment conditions and power planning all affect labor and system design.
Roofline quote factors
✓Total measured linear footage
✓Number of peaks, hips and transitions
✓One-story vs. multi-story access
✓Gutters, roof edges and attachment surfaces
✓Power distribution and timer placement
Frequently asked questions
Roofline lighting questions
Clear answers before you request a design or proposal.
How much does roofline Christmas light installation cost?
Roofline lighting is generally $12–$16 per linear foot. Final pricing depends on height, access, peaks, roof complexity and total scope.
What type of lights do you use on rooflines?
We use commercial-grade 120V C9 LED bulbs with professional socket line, clips and timers. Available colors include warm white, pure white, multicolor and individual colors.
Are roofline lights custom fit to the home?
Yes. The lighting plan is measured and cut to follow the approved roofline design rather than leaving excess retail string lights at corners and transitions.
How are C9 lights attached?
We select professional clips based on the application, including socket-locking clips, RidgeLine Pro clips for ridgelines and roof hips, and magnetic clips where suitable metal surfaces are present.
Can you light peaks, dormers, ridgelines and gutters?
Yes, where access and property conditions allow. The design can emphasize the architectural lines that make the home read cleanly from the street.
Are timers included?
Timers can be included in the installed system so the display runs on a consistent schedule without daily manual switching.
What happens if a roofline light needs service?
Our full-service model includes in-season maintenance for the installed display according to the project scope.
Do you remove and store the roofline lights?
Yes. Full-service installations include seasonal takedown and storage according to the agreed scope.
Plan your display
Ready for a custom holiday lighting plan?
Tell us what you want to light, the style you prefer and the property address. We’ll build a recommendation around the architecture, products and scope.