Christmas Light Hanging Service · Bakersfield, CA
Christmas Light Installation for Bakersfield Homes
Custom Christmas lights for Bakersfield homes from Seven Oaks and Haggin Oaks to Rio Bravo and Riverlakes Ranch, planned around tile roofs, palms and big lots, then taken down and stored by us after the season.
28th season in 2026 · Lights supplied and stored by us · Seven Oaks to Rio Bravo
Quick answer
Christmas Decor by Kaylor Landscape is a professional Christmas light installation and hanging service for homes in Bakersfield and across Kern County, including Seven Oaks, Haggin Oaks, Rio Bravo and Riverlakes Ranch. Each package covers custom design, commercial-grade LED lights and decor we supply, installation, timers, in-season repairs, takedown and off-season storage, priced in a written proposal after a design consultation.
300+
projects every season
1998
decorating homes since
1974
Kaylor Landscape founded
Kern
County communities on our list
Residential Christmas Lighting
What Comes With Bakersfield Christmas Light Installation?
C9 Rooflines on Tile, Shingle and Stucco Homes
LED C9 bulbs are attached to tile edges, shingle tabs or gutters with plastic clips matched to the roof (shingle-tab, tile, parapet or metal), never nails or staples, so the roof is not damaged. Runs are measured so bulbs stay evenly spaced across every gable and roofline level.
Palm and Shade Tree Wraps
Palm trunks are wrapped tightly from the base up in mini lights, and shade trees get trunk, branch or canopy lighting. Tall palms and big trees are priced by height, so you choose which ones to light.
Candy Canes, Walkway and Ground Displays
Lit candy canes, pathway lights and ground pieces are set around sprinkler heads, lawn edges and the front walk. Cords are routed so nothing crosses where guests step.
Garland, Wreaths and Entry Decor
Lit garland on entries, columns and railings, plus wreaths over garages or gables, carry the look into daylight. Every piece comes from our commercial-grade decor inventory.
Outlets, Timers and Power Planning
The crew maps your outdoor outlets, splits large displays across circuits and sets timers so everything lights together at dusk. If a home needs a new outlet, a licensed electrician installs it and we plan the layout around it.
In-Season Repairs, Takedown and Storage
Failed sections are repaired during the season as part of the service. In January or February the display comes down and goes into storage at our facility, ready for next year.
Photo gallery
More Homes We Have Lit
Residential
Brick two-story home with a warm-white roofline and lit trees
Residential
Home with roofline lights over a lit lawn
Residential
Modern home with roofline lighting
Residential
Gated estate entry with a lit wreath
Residential
Arched entry with palms and holiday lighting
Residential
Estate driveway lined with lit trees
Residential
Mediterranean home with palms wrapped in lights
Residential
Home with palms wrapped in white lights
Residential
Home with a palm wrapped in lights and roofline lighting
Large-Home Christmas Lighting in Seven Oaks and Haggin Oaks
Seven Oaks and Haggin Oaks sit in southwest Bakersfield, the part of the city where most growth happened from the 1960s through the 1980s and after. Homes there are often larger, with several roofline levels, tile or composition roofs, deep entries and mature landscaping. A display that looks finished on these houses covers every roofline level, wraps the palms or shade trees and frames the entry, which is a lot of product and a lot of ladder and roof work for a homeowner.
We count outdoor outlets, split the display across circuits and timers so nothing overloads, and route cords so they do not cross walks or driveways. Many planned neighborhoods also have HOA or community guidelines on exterior decor. Send them with your request, and the itemized proposal will show what goes up, how it is attached and how it is powered before install day.
Every roofline level on large homes
Palm and mature tree wraps
Display split across outlets and timers
Itemized plan built around HOA guidelines
Google review
From a Longtime Customer
★★★★★
“We have had Kaylor Landscape install our lighting for the Christmas season for many years. It is always done on time and if there is a problem with the weather damaging the lights, they are always out to our house quickly to fix the lighting.”
Nick Groenenberg · 5-star review on Google
Candy Canes, Color and Family Displays for Bakersfield Homes
Not every Bakersfield family wants a formal warm-white look. Many prefer color: multicolor C9 rooflines, lit candy canes lining the front walk, red-and-green tree wraps and a ground display the kids can spot from the car. This is the city that gave country music the Bakersfield Sound, Buck Owens and Merle Haggard, and the downtown Christmas Parade still fills the streets every December.
Color displays still need straight runs, even spacing and cords routed away from the walkway. Candy canes and ground pieces are placed around sprinkler heads and lawn edges so gardeners and mowers can still work. Every piece is supplied by us, maintained during the season and stored after it, and you can keep the same design next year or change it without a garage full of boxes.
Multicolor C9 rooflines
Lit candy canes along the walkway
Red-and-green tree wraps
Ground displays stored by us each year
Bakersfield, Kern County
Bakersfield Christmas Lighting: Local Factors That Matter
Southwest and Northwest Neighborhoods
We plan displays across Seven Oaks, Haggin Oaks, Stockdale and Laurelglen in the southwest and in newer northwest areas such as Riverlakes Ranch, between Olive Drive and Rosedale Highway.
Rio Bravo and the Northeast Bluffs
Northeast Bakersfield rises onto rolling bluffs that sit well above the rest of the city, out toward Rio Bravo and the Kern Canyon. Homes up there are seen from below, so bold roofline outlines and lit trees carry farther.
Tule Fog, Rain and Frosty Mornings
The valley's tule fog season runs roughly November through March, and Bakersfield averages about ten frosty mornings between mid-December and late January. Outdoor-rated connections, raised plugs and in-season repair visits keep displays lit through damp weeks.
Sunset Before 4:45 in Early December
In the first half of December the sun sets in Bakersfield at about 4:45 pm, the earliest of the year. Timers switch the display on at dusk, so it is already lit when people get home from work and school.
How it works
How Christmas Light Installation Works in Bakersfield
01
Consultation and Design
Send photos or set up a visit, and we design around your roofline, palms, trees and outlets, then send an itemized proposal for your Bakersfield home.
02
Installation Day
The crew clips rooflines, wraps palms and trees, places decor, routes cords and sets timers, then tests every circuit before leaving.
03
In-Season Support
If a section fails after fog, rain or wind, call and we come back to repair it as part of the service.
04
Takedown and Storage
In January or February everything comes down, is checked and goes into storage at our facility for next season.
Pricing
How Much Does Christmas Light Installation Cost in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield residential pricing covers design, commercial-grade products, installation, in-season repairs, takedown and storage in one seasonal number. It arrives in a written, itemized proposal after the design consultation.
Roofline Footage and Levels
Large homes with several roofline levels and gables add linear feet, clips and install time.
Tile Roofs
Tile roofs need clips placed carefully along each tile edge, which takes longer than composition shingle.
Palm Count and Height
Each palm or shade tree is priced by height and wrap density. Tall palms take more lights and equipment.
Candy Canes and Ground Pieces
Walkway candy canes, ground displays and other decor pieces are priced by the piece.
Power and Timers
Large displays split across several outlets and timers take more planning, cord and labor.
Greenery
Garland and wreaths on entries, columns, railings and garages add materials and labor.
FAQ
Residential Christmas Lighting in Bakersfield: Common Questions
How much does Christmas light installation cost in Bakersfield, CA?
Bakersfield homes are priced in a written proposal after a design consultation. Residential packages typically start around $1,800 per season. The seasonal price covers design, commercial-grade LED products, installation, in-season repairs, takedown and storage. Large Seven Oaks or Haggin Oaks homes, tile roofs, tall palm wraps and walkway candy canes add product and crew time, so the consultation measures each before pricing.
Do you decorate homes in Seven Oaks, Haggin Oaks and Rio Bravo?
Yes. We decorate homes in Seven Oaks, Haggin Oaks and Rio Bravo, where larger homes and mature landscaping call for full designs. These displays usually cover multiple roofline levels, palms or front-yard trees and the entry, with power split across outlets and timers.
Can you wrap the palm trees in my Bakersfield yard?
Yes. Palm trunks are wrapped tightly from the base upward so each trunk reads as a solid column of light. Tall palms take more lights and equipment, so each palm is priced separately in your proposal, and you can choose which palms to light.
Do you install lit candy canes and ground displays?
Yes. Lit candy canes along the walkway and ground displays in the yard are popular with Bakersfield families. They are placed around sprinkler heads and lawn edges, maintained during the season and stored by us afterward, so the same pieces can return next year.
Which Kern County towns do you serve besides Bakersfield?
Our service list includes Oildale, Rosedale, Shafter, Wasco and nearby towns and many other Kern County communities. Bakersfield is about an hour south of our Porterville headquarters. If you are not sure your address is covered, call 800-791-3330.
Will Christmas lights damage my Bakersfield tile roof?
Lights on tile roofs are attached with plastic clips made for the roof type (shingle-tab, tile, parapet or metal) placed along the edge rather than nails or staples, which avoids drilling into the roof. Attachment is planned during the consultation. If you have concerns about a specific roof, mention them in your request so the proposal addresses them.
When should I book a Christmas light hanging service in Bakersfield?
Installs start in September, and takedown runs January through February or on a custom date. Book as early as you can. Install capacity is limited each season, and early bookings get the widest choice of dates. If you want the lights on before a family gathering or holiday party, include the date in your consultation request.
Do you install permanent lighting in Bakersfield?
Yes. We install PermaLites 365 and OMNI RGB permanent roofline systems in Bakersfield. OMNI is priced by the linear foot of roofline and carries a 15-year product warranty. A permanent roofline pairs well with seasonal palm wraps each December.
Do I have to buy or store the lights for my Bakersfield display?
No. The lights, clips, timers and decor are supplied by us as part of the seasonal service, so there is nothing to buy, test or store in a hot garage. In January or February the display comes down and goes into storage at our facility, and you can keep the same design next year or change it.
How many outdoor outlets does a large Bakersfield display need?
It depends on the size of the design, not a fixed number. LED products draw far less power than older incandescent strands, but large homes in Seven Oaks or Rosedale still need the load split across circuits and timers. We map your outlets at the consultation, and if a new outlet is needed, a licensed electrician installs it.
What happens if tule fog or rain trips my Christmas lights in Bakersfield?
Call us. Damp nights during tule fog season can trip a GFCI outlet or expose a weak connection, and in-season repairs are part of the service. We use outdoor-rated connections and keep plugs off the ground where possible, and a crew comes back to find the fault and get the display lit again.
When are Christmas lights taken down in Bakersfield?
Takedown happens in January or February, or on a custom date, and the timing is confirmed in your proposal. The crew removes every clip, strand and decor piece, checks that nothing is left on the roof or gutters, and packs the display for storage at our facility. Products that need repair are handled before next season's install.
Plan Your Bakersfield Christmas Light Display
Send photos of your home, palms and yard through the consultation form, and include any HOA guidelines and the date you want the lights on. We will prepare an itemized proposal and help you reserve an install date before the calendar fills. Or call 800-791-3330.