
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions homeowners around York, PA ask us most about permanent outdoor lighting, Govee installation, permanent Christmas lights, pricing, and service. Don't see yours? Call or text (717) 341-4261.
Who installs Govee permanent outdoor lights in York, PA?
Mason-Dixon LED Co. is a Govee permanent outdoor lighting installer based in Thomasville, PA, just west of York. We install for homes and businesses in York, Manchester, Hanover, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Carlisle, and northern Maryland, and every quote is free.
Are you a Govee light installer for all of Pennsylvania?
We install in South Central Pennsylvania: York and York County (including Manchester), Hanover, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Carlisle, plus northern Maryland. That keeps follow-up visits quick. If you're outside those areas, send your address with a quote request and we'll tell you honestly whether we can get to you.
Do you install permanent LED lights in Maryland?
Yes. We install Govee permanent LED lighting and other permanent lighting in northern Maryland, including communities near the Pennsylvania line in Carroll, Baltimore, and Harford Counties. Send your address with a quote request and we'll confirm it's in range.
What is Govee permanent outdoor lighting?
It's an LED light track professionally mounted along your roofline, soffits, or architectural lines and left in place year-round. It's controlled from your phone and can display millions of colors and pre-set scenes. No seasonal ladder work required.
Do you only install Govee lights?
Govee permanent lighting is our specialty, and we also do professional long-term installs of other permanent lighting systems. Tell us what you have in mind when you request a quote.
Are you affiliated with Govee?
No. We're an independent professional installer of Govee permanent outdoor lighting products. We are not owned by, endorsed by, or officially partnered with Govee.
How much does installation cost?
Most installs with the lights included run about $13.50 to $14 per foot without a track (clips), or $17.50 to $18 per foot with a track, with a $1,000 minimum per job, before any extras. Every job gets a free written quote before we start; a 50% deposit reserves the date and the balance is due when the installation is complete. Our installation cost guide has a calculator and example prices.
Will the installation damage my roof or siding?
The track mounts along the fascia, soffit, or trim with hardware matched to that surface, and the layout is planned before install day so mounts go where they're needed. Tell us about anything you're concerned about (vinyl soffit, a new roof, painted trim) when you request a quote, and we'll explain the mounting approach for your house before we start.
Can permanent outdoor lights stay up all year?
Yes. That's the point of them. They stay up 365 days a year, 24/7, through every season, and you choose what they do from your phone: warm white most nights, holiday scenes in season, team colors, or off.
What are permanent Christmas lights?
They're LED lights mounted once along your roofline that stay up year-round. At the holidays they run Christmas scenes on a schedule; the rest of the year they can be warm white or any color you like. See our permanent Christmas lights page for how it works.
Do permanent lights work for more than Christmas?
Yes. The same lights can run Halloween colors, Fourth of July, team colors on game days, a birthday or graduation scene, or everyday warm white. You change the look in the app, and schedules switch scenes on and off on their own.
How visible are permanent lights during the day?
The track is low-profile and mounted along the fascia or under the eaves, so it's hard to notice from the street in daylight, especially when the run is planned around your trim and the wiring is hidden. How much it shows depends on your trim color and roofline, and we'll talk it through when we plan your layout.
Do permanent lights work through Pennsylvania winters?
Govee designs its permanent outdoor lights for year-round outdoor use. Weather and temperature ratings are set by the manufacturer and differ by kit, so we'll point you to the specs for the kit on your quote. We also mount the controller and connections out of standing water and snow melt.
How long do permanent outdoor lights last?
LED lifespan and weather ratings are set by the manufacturer and differ by model. Govee publishes the specifications for each kit on its product pages, and we'll point you to the specs for the kit on your quote.
What happens if a light or section stops working?
Contact us and describe what you're seeing. Installation-related issues in the first two months are fixed at no charge; after that, service visits are $50 per hour with a $100 minimum. Product defects are covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
I already bought a Govee permanent light kit. Can you install it?
Tell us which kit you have and how many feet it covers when you request a quote, and we'll let you know whether we can install it and what else the job needs.
What areas do you serve?
We're based in Thomasville, PA, just west of York, and serve York and York County (including Manchester), Hanover, Lancaster, the Harrisburg/Mechanicsburg area, Carlisle, northern Maryland, and select Virginia projects. See our service areas page for details.
Do you install seasonal Christmas lights?
No. We only do permanent installs: Govee permanent lighting and other professional long-term lighting systems that stay up 365 days a year, 24/7. The same lights run Christmas and holiday scenes on a schedule, so there's nothing to hang or take down.
What happens if something needs adjusting after installation?
Every installation includes two months of complimentary fixes and adjustments. If a section needs re-securing or a setting needs changing, we come back at no charge during that window.
Can I install Govee permanent lights myself?
Yes, the kits plug into a standard outdoor outlet, and a single-story roofline is a realistic DIY project. Our step-by-step installation guide covers planning, mounting, hiding wires, and app setup. Two-story homes, complex peaks, or runs where you want every wire hidden are where a professional install pays off.
What's the difference between permanent lights and Christmas lights?
Permanent lights are installed once, stay up 365 days a year, and change to any color from your phone: holidays, game days, or everyday accent light. Traditional Christmas lights cost less up front but go up and come down every season. We only install permanent lighting.
How long does a permanent lighting install take?
Most homes are finished in a single day. Larger homes, commercial buildings, or full-property plans can take longer. We'll give you a time estimate with your quote.
How do I get a quote?
Fill out the short form on our Get a Free Quote page. We'll call or text you to confirm the details, look over any photos you sent, and then send a free written quote.
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The details: energy use, warranty and care
Do permanent lights use a lot of electricity?
No. LED lights use about 75% less energy and last 25 to 50 times longer than incandescent bulbs, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Govee permanent outdoor lights plug into a standard outdoor outlet, so nothing is hardwired.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy
How long do Govee permanent lights last?
Govee rates its permanent outdoor lights for up to 50,000 hours. They stay up 365 days a year, through every season, and you choose what they do from the Govee Home app.
Source: Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights
What warranty comes with Govee lights?
It depends on the model. Govee gives its Permanent Outdoor Lights (including the Pro line) a 3-year limited warranty from the date of purchase, and most of its other lights a 1-year limited warranty. Govee handles product warranty claims, and terms can change, so check your model's product page and keep your receipt.
Source: Govee warranty policy
What does Mason-Dixon LED Co. cover after the install?
Every install includes two months of complimentary adjustments. If an installed component fails under normal use in that time, we repair or replace it at no labor charge. That's separate from Govee's product warranty, which continues on its own terms after our two months.
Do you install Govee lights inside the house too?
Yes. Along with Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights and the Pro line, we install and set up most Govee indoor lights. If you'd rather not install or set them up yourself, we can do it for you.
How do I take care of permanent lights?
Very little. Leave the controller plugged in, let ice and snow melt off on their own, don't point a pressure washer at the lights, and don't cut or splice a run yourself: Govee warns that cutting or splicing incorrectly can damage the lights and void the warranty. Our free care guide covers the rest.
Have something else in mind?
Send us your question with your quote request. There's a spot for details, and we'll answer when we follow up.
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