Business idea · Physical-Services
Christmas Light Installation
Christmas Light Installation: Offer a service to install and take down Christmas lights for homeowners, making the holidays easier for those who want festive decorations but lack the time or ability to do it themselves. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show in the episode "30 Ways to Make Extra Money for the Holidays (Greatest Hits)" (aired November 12, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 30 Ways to Make Extra Money for the Holidays (Greatest Hits) |
| Aired | November 12, 2026 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | Neighbor, Instacart, Fetch Rewards, Rover, Field Agent, Shopify |
The problem it solves
Many people want to enjoy Christmas lights but find it challenging or dangerous to install them, especially on high roofs or in inclement weather.
How it makes money
One-time purchase for installation services, charging a flat fee based on the scale of the project.
Skills you need
Basic handyman skills, safety awareness when using ladders, and customer service skills.
The market, and why this works now
Angi's contractor directory has made it easier for homeowners to find local service providers. This business can generate initial revenue by listing services on the platform, targeting users seeking holiday light installation. In the first year, the founder may face challenges related to cash flow due to upfront costs for equipment and marketing before generating consistent income.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Neighbor
A peer-to-peer storage platform where users can rent out space in their homes for others to store items.
- Instacart
A grocery delivery service that allows users to order groceries online for delivery to their homes.
- Fetch Rewards
A mobile application that allows users to earn points by scanning grocery receipts, which can be redeemed for gift cards.
- Rover
An online marketplace for pet sitting and dog walking services.
- Field Agent
A mystery shopping and product display checking app that allows users to earn money for completing tasks in their local area.
- Shopify
A commerce platform that enables users to create online stores with pre-built templates and an AI site builder.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 30 Ways to Make Extra Money for the Holidays (Greatest Hits)
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.