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During the holiday season, outdoor lights sparkle along rooftops and weave brightly around pine trees. They can look beautiful, but they’re usually a hassle to put up. That’s why people are paying others to do the work.
Story by Nick McGurk
BRIDGEPORT -- Dianne Urchak loves decorating for Christmas. But ever since her husband passed away 14 years ago, it’s been tough doing so outside.
So Urchak hires people to adorn her home with wreaths and hang lights on the roof.
"It makes Christmas extra special, especially for the little ones,” said Urchak. “I mean they're in awe when they come."
Mike Conley's been a franchisee for Christmas Decor for 10 years now, and he’s been decorating for those like Urchak.
He says business has been growing every year.
"It's a big national trend nationwide to have people doing you lights—there's no doubt about it," Conley said.
For those who can afford it, anyway.
Conley estimates that Urchak's decorating costs were more than $1,500 the first year. After that prices cover labor—setting up and tearing down each season.
But for Urchak, it's worth it.
"It gives you time to do other things cause it's a busy time of year, and it's a busy time for me with all my grandchildren," she said.
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