Choosing the right Christmas light installer can mean the difference between a jaw-dropping holiday display and a frustrating season of blown fuses and crooked rooflines. We’ve researched Long Island’s holiday lighting landscape to bring you the top 10 companies that consistently deliver exceptional results across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
1. North Star Permanent Lighting
Location: Massapequa, NY | Website: northstarholidaylights.com
Specialties: Permanent soffit lighting, holiday light installation, landscape lighting
Service Area: All of Long Island — Nassau and Suffolk Counties
When it comes to combining permanent outdoor lighting technology with traditional holiday installation expertise, North Star Permanent Lighting has built a reputation that no other Long Island company can match.
Why North Star Takes the Top Spot:
Most holiday lighting companies disappear after January. North Star operates year-round because they specialize in permanent lighting systems that homeowners use every single day — not just during December. Their app-controlled permanent soffit lights eliminate the annual ladder-climbing routine entirely, giving homeowners holiday colors, security lighting, and architectural accent lighting from a single system they install once.
What separates North Star from competitors offering similar permanent lighting products is their deep local knowledge. As a Long Island-based company rooted in Massapequa, they understand the unique challenges of coastal weather, nor’easters, and salt air exposure that destroy cheaper systems within a few seasons. Their installations are engineered for Long Island conditions specifically.
For homeowners who still want traditional seasonal displays, North Star handles full-service holiday lighting — design consultation, commercial-grade LED installation, mid-season maintenance, and post-season removal. But their ability to pair a permanent roofline system with seasonal ground displays and landscape lighting creates a complete property transformation that no seasonal-only installer can offer.
North Star also provides landscape lighting design and installation, meaning homeowners get a single team that handles every exterior lighting need rather than juggling three different contractors.
2. Yule Love Lights
Location: South Shore, Long Island | Website: yulelovelights.com
Specialties: Christmas lights, permanent LED roofline systems, wedding lighting
Founded: 2022
A family-owned, CLIPA-certified company that has grown rapidly since launching in 2022. Featured three times in Newsday and covered by News12 Long Island, 1010 WINS, and iHeart Radio. With over 160 five-star reviews, they handle everything from residential homes to multi-million dollar estates and commercial properties. Their permanent LED system offers an app-controlled alternative to national brands. Also provides wedding and event lighting across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
3. MJS Holiday Lighting
Location: Nassau County | Website: mjsholidaylighting.com
Specialties: Custom holiday lighting, garland and wreath installation
Years in Business: 10+
A family-owned and operated business serving communities from New Hyde Park to the Hamptons. Owner Sal and his team have built a loyal following across Nassau County through consistent quality and responsive customer service. They specialize in custom residential displays including professional garland fluffing and installation, wreath placement, and commercial properties. Their signature warm-white roofline installations are a hallmark of their work across Massapequa, Garden City, Huntington, and Smithtown neighborhoods.
4. TrimLight of Long Island
Location: Lindenhurst, NY | Website: trimlightli.com
Specialties: Permanent programmable exterior lighting
Product: Trimlight patented system
Long Island’s authorized Trimlight dealer, offering the patented permanent lighting system with a lifetime warranty on LEDs. The system features three bulb styles, multiple spacing options, and over 50 channel colors for near-invisible daytime appearance with brilliant nighttime displays. App-controlled with music sync capability. Ideal for homeowners who want a nationally-backed product with a local installation team. Their globe light add-on is the brand’s newest innovation for existing or standalone systems.
5. RDR Lighting
Location: Mount Sinai, NY | Website: rdrlighting.com
Specialties: Jellyfish Lighting permanent systems, landscape lighting, outdoor audio
Service Area: Suffolk County and surrounding areas
Long Island’s authorized Jellyfish Lighting dealer, RDR Lighting specializes in permanent residential and commercial lighting installations. Owner Ryan and his team receive consistent praise for communication, professionalism, and fast installation — some completed in as little as two hours. They also offer landscape lighting and outdoor speaker installation, making them a strong choice for homeowners wanting a complete outdoor experience. Their systems are fully programmable and maintenance-free.
6. Long Island Light Decor
Location: Nassau and Suffolk Counties | Website: longislandlightdecor.com
Specialties: Residential and commercial Christmas light installation
Notable: “Stay Lit” Guarantee
A family-owned company serving all of Long Island with commercial-grade LED Christmas lighting. Their “Stay Lit” Guarantee promises same-day or next-day repairs if anything fails during the season. Services include design consultation, installation, maintenance, and post-season removal with storage. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. They cover everything from Manhasset to Garden City to East Hampton with consistent attention to detail.
7. The Long Island Holiday Lighting Company
Location: Long Island | Website: theliholidaylightingcompany.com
Specialties: Full-service holiday lighting for all holidays
Notable: Multi-holiday service
Unlike most competitors who focus exclusively on Christmas, this company designs lighting displays for Easter, Fourth of July, and Halloween as well. Their all-inclusive service model covers design, commercial-grade materials, installation, maintenance, removal, and storage — nothing extra to buy. Installation takes two to four hours for most homes. They provide a detailed rendering before installation so homeowners see exactly what to expect. Service calls are completed within 36 hours.
8. Dr. Glow Long Island
Location: Nassau and Suffolk Counties | Website: drglowlongisland.com
Specialties: Custom residential and commercial holiday lighting
Phone: 631-515-7882 / 516-588-8259
A full-service holiday lighting company covering both Nassau and Suffolk Counties with custom designs for residential and commercial properties. Customers praise their hands-off approach — the team handles everything from design through takedown. They offer scalable packages from simple roofline displays to full property transformations. Strong customer reviews highlighting stress-free experiences and responsive service throughout the season.
9. Holly Jolly Holiday Hangers
Location: Long Island | Specialties: Custom Christmas light installation
Recognition: Named Best Christmas Light Installer on Long Island by Best of Long Island
Recognized by the Best of Long Island awards program, Holly Jolly Holiday Hangers specializes in creating custom residential and commercial holiday displays. Their skilled installers work with high-quality lights and innovative techniques to bring any vision to life — from classic roofline displays to custom-themed installations. Known for efficient, reliable service that eliminates the stress of DIY decorating.
10. Holiday Lights Installation Long Island
Location: North Bellmore, NY | Website: holidaylightinstallationlongisland.com
Specialties: Residential and commercial holiday lighting
Notable: Voted #1 in Long Island for 2 consecutive years
An award-winning holiday lighting company operating out of North Bellmore with a showroom-quality approach to design. They use only commercial-grade LED lighting and specialized clips that prevent surface damage. Their design team creates custom renderings before installation. Licensed and insured with award-winning designs and a strong track record across Long Island communities.
Making Your Final Decision
Match Your Needs:
- Permanent year-round lighting + holiday displays: North Star Permanent Lighting (#1)
- Fast-growing company with media recognition: Yule Love Lights
- National brand permanent system (Trimlight): TrimLight of Long Island
- National brand permanent system (Jellyfish): RDR Lighting
- Traditional seasonal installation with garland: MJS Holiday Lighting
- Multi-holiday displays beyond Christmas: The LI Holiday Lighting Company
Key Questions to Ask:
- Do you offer permanent lighting systems or seasonal-only installation?
- What happens if lights fail mid-season — is repair included?
- Are you licensed and insured for Long Island residential work?
- Do you provide post-season removal and storage?
- What type of lights do you use — commercial-grade LED or consumer-grade?
Long Island’s holiday lighting industry has exploded in recent years, with options ranging from traditional seasonal installation to app-controlled permanent systems. Each company on this list has earned their reputation, though North Star Permanent Lighting rises to the top by offering something no other local company matches: a complete exterior lighting solution that covers permanent architectural lighting, seasonal holiday displays, and landscape lighting under one roof — installed by a team that lives and works right here on Long Island.
Book early. The best companies fill their October and November calendars fast, and waiting until December means limited availability and rushed timelines. Reach out to these top-rated installers today and lock in your spot.