Where holiday lighting installers buy
Holiday lighting installers buy commercial grade bulbs and wire from lighting makers and wholesalers before the season, and clips and timers locally.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minleon | Manufacturer | Decorative bulbs, string lights, RGB outdoor lighting and neon flex, UL certified, for retail and commercial lighting projects. | Ask at the counter |
| The Home Depot | Retailer | Calls itself the world's largest home improvement retailer, with more than 2,300 stores across North America. | Pro Xtra |
| Lowe's | Retailer | Runs MyLowe's Pro Rewards for small and mid-sized pros, with points from the first dollar spent. | MyLowe's Pro Rewards |
From each supplier's own site on the date in the sources; call your branch before you plan around it.
Your counter list
The items holiday lighting installers buy every week, from the van stock on our tools list. Ask each supplier for a price on these first; they decide which account saves you the most.
| Item | Why it is on the list |
|---|---|
| All-purpose clips and gutter clips | Every install uses them |
| Spare bulbs in common colors | Replacing burned-out bulbs on service calls |
| Extension cords in several lengths | Getting power where it is needed |
| Outdoor timers | Most customers want one |
| Zip ties and stakes | Trees, bushes and walk lights |
| Electrical tape and weatherproof covers | Keeping connections dry |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: multi-position ladder; articulating ladder for second stories; fall protection: harness, rope and roof anchors; light pole for gutters and trees; nonconductive voltage tester; outlet tester and a plug-in load checker; bulb tester; storage bins and labels. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: commercial grade wire spools and a crimp tool; extension ladder with standoff; trailer or box truck; smart controllers and timers; bucket truck or lift rental.
Opening a trade account
Bring your business name, tax ID and license number, and a credit application if you want terms. The big-box programs are compared row by row on Home Depot Pro vs Lowe's Pro. For the tools themselves, the holiday lighting tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (Little Giant, Fluke).
When supplier prices change
Update your holiday lighting price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- Minleon: Home, checked October 9, 2026
- The Home Depot: About, checked October 9, 2026
- Lowe's: MyLowe's Pro Rewards announcement, checked October 9, 2026
- OSHA: Fall protection, checked October 8, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.