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Special to Ozark Living Many people put signifi cant eff ort into their holiday lights. When a bulb goes out, all that eff ort can seem like it was for naught. Replacing a single bulb or multiple bulbs can be a lot of work. Fortunately, LED holiday lights provide a more user- and eco-friendly alternative to traditional incandescent bulbs. According to the Offi ce of Energy Effi ciency & Renewable Energy, the following are some of the attributes that make LED holiday lights a superior alternative to traditional incandescent bulbs. Safety LED lights burn a lot cooler than traditional incandescent lights, reducing the risk of combustion. And because they burn cool, they also reduce the risk of burnt fi ngers, which may make them more appealing to parents of curious youngsters and people who will be hosting family and friends during the holiday season. Sturdiness Because they're made with epoxy lenses and not glass like traditional incandescent bulbs, LED holiday lights are less likely to break. at can be especially benefi cial to people with pets who might bump into the family Christmas tree. oxy lenses ncandescent are less likely to pecially benefi cial to s who might bump into the he he stmas tree. Longevity LED lights are initially more expensive than more traditional lights. However, the OEERE notes that lights bought today may still be in use 40 holiday seasons from now. at longevity makes them well worth the higher initial investment. Ease of installation LED lights are easily installed, and the OEERE says as many as 25 strings of LEDs can be connected end-to-end without overloading a wall socket. at can ease the nerves of homeowners concerned about the potential hazards of elaborate holiday lighting displays. Energy savings LED lights consume considerably less energy than incandescent lights, saving homeowners money on their energy bills, which can skyrocket in December thanks to interior and exterior holiday lighting displays using incandescent lights. In fact, the OEERE estimates that, by 2027, widespread use of LED lights could save consumers more than $30 billion at today's electricity prices. Reap the benefi ts of LED holiday lights OZARK LIVING • DECEMBER 2018 • 25