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The holiday season is upon us. It's a time of giving, cheer and goodwill and a time when men across the globe can be heard screaming in frustration as they try to install the ultimate holiday light display.

Remember to inspect those strands of lights before you plug them in. Electrician Robert O'Keefe recommends they be checked for frayed or damaged wires, or broken bulbs.

If you're going to be using a ladder, make sure someone is at the bottom and make sure the lights are secured properly.

There are all sorts of plastic adapters you can put in your house without having to put staples or nails through them. Stapling is not recommended because you can penetrate the Christmas light wiring.

The new LED lights may cost more at first but they will last longer and could cut your electric bill compared to older lights. Some of the manufacturers allow you to plug in up to 80 strings of LED lights into a standard outlet. The savings are huge and the bulbs last almost a lifetime.

While you should be using wires and lights rated for outdoor use, lights are seasonal items and should not be left out in the elements all year long.