Hello Never had Xmass lights because we like something we do not have to take down and put back up every year. So my helper and I spent 8 Hours installing a double duplex Weather Proof outlet with one duplex on an inside wall switch for the lights. The non switched outlet is for the Lowe's Iris CAM see >> Lowe's Iris Smart Phone Camera Comcast WiFi Connection Woes! - Finally Fixed This LED Rope light can be custom cut. We ordered 42' 6" 120V Custom Cut Warm White LED Type 513 Rope Light - 513PRO-SERIES Also I always use Crocodile clips for 1/2" Rope not the cheapie breaky clips! Amazon.com: .5 in. Crocodile Rope Light Mounting Clips - 25 Pack: Home & Kitchen Has anyone tried the new Type 513? How does it look? See pics below: