Ever wish there were more outlets or outlets in different locations as you’re putting up interior or exterior holiday decorations? Keep that thought in mind when planning the electrical portion of your new home or remodeling project. A few outlets placed in handy locations can make a big difference!
For example, lining the eaves of your home with holiday lights will be an easier task by including outlets in 
the soffitt. If you take this idea one step farther and have these outlets wired to a timer switch in the garage, they’ll even turn themselves on and off!
Do you plan to hang a lighted garland around the front door? Place an outlet nearby. What about hanging lighted wreaths on the front pillars? Include outlets, located high up and out of sight, on the backside of these columns. For lights hung around the inside of the back porch, again, place outlets high up for convenience.
To avoid long extension cords running across the yard, include a yard outlet hidden in a planting bed.
Have you thought about where you plan to place the Christmas tree in your new home? If so, place an outlet nearby, and don’t forget to add outlets in and around the built-ins. Installing one outlet on top of the built-in and having it wired to a switch makes it possible and convenient to light the top tree in this picture. 
Including an outlet in the open shelving portion of this cabinetry allows the homeowner to light holiday decorations during the season and small, cool-burning lamps the rest of the year.
Wishing you a wonderful and happy holiday season!
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