Premium holiday lighting for Short Hills' distinguished estate homes. Designed, installed, maintained and taken down by our local crews.Designed, installed, maintained and stored for you in Short Hills.
Christmas lights in Short Hills
Short Hills residents expect excellence in every detail of their property presentation, and holiday lighting is no exception. Our professional installation team serves this prestigious Morris County community where million-dollar homes demand sophisticated illumination that complements their architectural significance. With the Short Hills Mall drawing visitors year-round and the community's reputation for maintaining pristine properties, your holiday display becomes part of the neighborhood's distinguished character. We understand that homes in this income tier require custom lighting solutions that enhance rather than overwhelm the natural elegance of your estate grounds and mature landscaping.
Local expertise
We provide comprehensive holiday lighting installation throughout Short Hills, serving homes along Hobart Avenue, White Oak Ridge Road, and the tree-lined streets surrounding the Short Hills Country Club area. Our service territory covers all of Short Hills' 07078 zip code, including the estates near Baltusrol Golf Club and properties throughout the Hartshorn Woods vicinity. Whether your home sits on a wooded lot near the Watchung Reservation or along one of the community's established residential streets, our installation crews are familiar with navigating Short Hills' winding roads and working around the mature tree canopies that characterize this Essex County enclave.
Short Hills homes typically feature colonial, Tudor, and contemporary architectural styles set on expansive lots with significant tree coverage. We frequently light mature oak and maple trees that tower over rooflines, along with foundation evergreens like yews and rhododendrons that frame these substantial homes. Many properties feature circular driveways, stone retaining walls, and multi-level landscaping that require strategic lighting placement. The community's homes often have complex rooflines with dormers, bay windows, and architectural details that benefit from accent lighting. Established gardens and specimen trees present unique opportunities for creating elegant lighting displays that enhance rather than compete with the natural beauty of these estate properties.
Short Hills' heavily wooded lots and mature oak, maple, and evergreen trees require experienced crews who understand proper installation techniques that protect valuable landscaping. Our team knows how to work around established root systems and avoid damage to specimen trees that may be decades old. We're familiar with the community's architectural standards and homeowner association guidelines where applicable. Being just 8 miles from our Elizabeth depot means rapid response times for service calls and efficient project scheduling. Our crews understand the importance of discrete installation practices that respect the privacy and quiet nature of Short Hills' residential streets.
Real installs
Real homes and businesses we lit up for clients near Short Hills and across New Jersey. Each photo shows the town.
What we offer
Architectural-grade LED you control from an app — installed once, lit all year.
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Crisp lines along fascia, ridges, peaks and gables — the classic look.
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Wrapped trunks, full canopy and uplighting for specimen trees and shrubs.
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Full-service design, install, maintenance and takedown — completely hands-off.
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Walkways, yard edges, spotlights and life-size holiday figures.
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Lit wreaths, garlands and greenery for doors, columns and fences.
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We map your home and design the display with you.
Insured crews install every line with property-safe clips.
Any issue during the season is fixed at no extra cost.
We take everything down in January.
We label and store it for next year’s install.
Trusted near Short Hills
The 9 most recent reviews from our Google Business Profile.
“The cascading cool-white lights gave our storefront the upscale look we were trying to achieve. Installation was completed with very little interruption to the business, and the crew was respectful of the property. Customers started…”
“Second season working with Filipe and his team. They already knew the layout and had everything installed much faster than I expected. The warm-white lights and wreaths look elegant against the white brick. We’ve received a lot of…”
“Our roof has several different levels and dormers, so I wasn’t sure how the lighting would look. Holiday Lights Decor followed every roofline and made the entire house feel connected. Clean installation and no sagging wires anywhere.”
“We wanted something classic, not overdone. Filipe suggested warm-white roofline lights with wreaths and garland around the porch. It turned out exactly how we pictured it. The crew was organized, careful, and finished everything in one…”
“The pathway lights were my favorite part. They connected the driveway, entrance, wrapped columns, and roofline without making the house feel too busy. The installation crew cleaned up everything afterward and the timer was already…”
“Holiday Lights Decor did an amazing job at our home in Clifton, NJ! The team was careful with every detail — the roofline, trees, and even the fence were beautifully lit. Our house had a magical Christmas vibe that everyone in the…”
“We were out of town on installation day, so the crew sent photos before leaving and checked that everything was running properly. When we got home, it looked exactly like the design we approved. They also came back after heavy wind to…”
“Our house is smaller and I was worried they would try to sell us a huge package. They didn't. We did the front roofline, one wreath, and lights around the porch. It was simple, bright, and honestly made the whole house look better.”
“Went with permanent lights because I was tired of putting decorations up every year. The track blends into the trim during the day, which was important to us and our HOA. We've already used different colors for Christmas, a birthday, and a…”
Service area
Christmas light installation in Short Hills, New Jersey starts at $899 for standard residential packages. Custom designs and large homes may vary. Contact us for a free estimate.
We recommend booking your Short Hills installation in September or October. Spots fill quickly, especially in popular neighborhoods.
Yes! We cover all neighborhoods and surrounding areas of Short Hills, NJ. Our team is familiar with local regulations and HOA requirements.
Absolutely. Our crews have extensive experience working with the mature oaks, maples, and evergreens common in Short Hills. We use specialized techniques to secure lights without penetrating bark or damaging root systems. We're familiar with proper weight distribution for older tree branches and use appropriate extension methods to avoid putting stress on limbs. Our installation approach prioritizes the long-term health of your valuable mature trees while creating stunning lighting displays that enhance their natural beauty.
Yes, we regularly work alongside landscape contractors and property maintenance teams throughout Short Hills. We can schedule installations to complement your regular landscaping schedule and coordinate with your gardening service to ensure our lighting placement works with seasonal plantings and maintenance routines. We maintain professional relationships with several landscape companies serving the area and can provide references or coordinate directly with your existing service providers to ensure seamless project execution.
Short Hills' Tudor, colonial, and contemporary homes often feature multiple roof levels, dormers, and architectural details that require specialized installation techniques. Our crews use professional-grade extension equipment and safety systems to access complex rooflines safely. We plan each installation to highlight architectural features like bay windows, entrance ways, and roofline variations while maintaining clean, elegant lines. Our experience with the area's home styles means we understand how to create sophisticated lighting designs that complement rather than clutter these distinctive architectural elements.
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