I want to have my porch/doorway decorated, what do I need to do?

Our Holiday Porch Creations are a Full Service design, installation & removal. Start by scheduling your Holiday Porch Creations Assessment by submitting your info, OR send an email to Allison@PorchPumpkinCreations.com.

Since every home is a little different, there is no one size fits all for Holiday decoration & designs. We start with an assessment where we will discuss your preferences for color(s) & design, as well as any vision you may have for your display. After viewing your home (either remotely or after an onsite visit) we will go over our custom design with you and provide a proposal.

What holidays do you decorate?

Holiday Porch Creations is available all seasonal holidays (Christmas, Hannukah, Easter, Valentines Day, etc) & for the fall season, you can choose from our Porch Pumpkin Creations Pumpkin Packages.

Why should I choose Holiday Porch Creations over someone else?

Because I love making things beautiful, and I will put the same time, effort, and care into your holiday decor as I do my own. Your joy brings me joy, and I want nothing more.

I want Winter Planters, nothing else.

No problem! You can order only winter planters, or include them in your overall custom winter Holiday Porch Creation decor. Winter Planter prices start at $280 and up.

How much does it cost to have my porch professionally decorated?

The price will vary by difficulty and size. A typical home could cost in the range of $1200-$5000 depending on what they would like decorated, and the holiday. Due to the work involved creating custom holiday decorations, there is an $875 minimum required to complete a job. Our payment structure requires 50% deposit to place your order (prior to any work being performed) and the remaining balance paid within 7 days of installation.

Do you use live or fake garlands & wreaths?

We will create a custom design for your home using live or fake garlands, greenery, & wreaths, or a combination of live & fake based on your preference and seasonal availability.

Is the decor rented or owned?

This answer is in two categories: Fresh & Faux/Custom-Pieces

Fresh: For all fresh decor (eg: winter planters, wreaths, garlands, etc) perishable items are yours to keep or toss. The fresh winter planters may include a few non-perishable items in the standard pricing structure, which are yours to keep. However, any custom designed additions above our standard design model are rental based. (Example: lights, cables, etc).

Faux/Custom-Pieces: For all non-perishable custom décor, (eg: faux garland, florals, wreaths, custom built pieces, etc) we offer a complete, hassle-free rental service. Our custom rentals include everything: premium decorations, all necessary installation materials (cords, timers, etc.), professional installation, and removal.

Fresh or Faux, your holiday decor is full service design, installation, & removal/disposal. All will be clearly noted in your contract.

Are there any discounts?

Yes. For each consecutive season you want to repeat your original design/decor, you will receive a discounted rate. Rest assured, it will look fresh and flawless each year, as we repair or replace any/all worn components.

OR If want something new and different next year, we can do that too! We’ll start afresh, create a brand new design & color scheme for you, all without you dealing with the hassle or hard work.

Do you offer Packages for your Holiday services?

Unlike the Porch Pumpkin Creations, because each home is unique and has varying needs, so each decor order is specific to you. We can certainly provide options that maximize your custom decorations that is within your budget, but in the end there is no set amount of lights or garland that will work on every home. Each design & item is carefully crafted for your home, whatever the size.

Do I need to buy any lights, cords etc?

No, we will provide everything you will need to create the display from the lights to the timers that turn the lights on and off.

I have my own lights and cords; can you just use the ones I have?

Our goal is to provide the highest quality decor possible to our clients, and the only way we can ensure that is by using all of our own material.

Do you use LED or Incandescent lights?

We use only LED products on your home. But don’t worry, only lights that create that beautiful warm holiday affect will be used. We aren’t trying to shine bright like headlights.

Will I have enough outlets/power for the display?

During assessment we will investigate what outlets you have and if we feel there will be a power problem, we will design the display around what you have available.

When do you start setting up and taking them down?

We provide our customers a range of dates to select from for both setup and takedown. Example, for Christmas/winter, we begin setting up starting in early November and continue til mid December. We start taking down some lights days after the New Year until late February, depending on the customer’s preference and weather. A limited number of spaces are available.

There is snow/ice on the ground, can you still set up my decorations?

We are a weather dependent company, but will make every attempt to decorate your porch as we had originally quoted. If there are unsafe working conditions we will reschedule the appointment if the conditions change.

Are you insured?

Yes

What happens if there is a problem after you install the decorations?

I will do whatever I can to ensure your display is working for the entire holiday season. If something is not working properly simply call or email and we will dispatch a maintenance crew to your home within 72 hours at no additional charge (major area wide weather events may delay response and repairs). Repairs because of weather, animals, or acts of god may not be covered.

Are there taxes?

Yes. As of January 1, 2025 Illinois has implemented the standard sales tax rate on rented goods, even if they are part of a service. The expected taxes will be included in your quote so you are not surprised.

What if you do the design & I put up the decoration, can I save on costs?

Unfortunately, that is not an option. For safety and to insure that all decor is installed securely, a PPC representative will install all decor, and there are no discounts.