Our home in Blue Springs, lit in everyday warm white.
Why we chose Nex-Gen
We'd wanted permanent lights for a few years. Then the annual text came in: "Hey, would you like us to hang lights this year?" At that point we decided, why wait? Let's get this done.
What the install was like
Smooth. The crew worked around our very busy schedule, even while I was traveling for work, and their courtesy and friendly approach were much appreciated.
Why the app matters
Along the way I've become friends with Tyler, who owns Nex-Gen, and I love his vision for permanent lighting. It goes way past lights on a roof. He's passionate about the Lumina app and how it's a game changer, and you can feel it: you have real input beyond the basic on, off and color. Your roofline is mapped, so you can light just the peaks or just the front, and features like Game Day are built in.
The honest part about cost
It was clearly a bigger investment than hanging traditional Christmas lights. But the versatility gives us so much more: warm white every night, every holiday, game days, and no ladder. And my wife is very excited. If you're weighing the numbers, our cost guide and permanent vs hiring a crew walk through them.
“Choosing permanent lighting saves us the guesswork of a seasonal install. We can create any unique style with all the options. The app is feature rich!”
Why I built this site
When we were deciding, most of what we found was national brand blogs or thin dealer pages. There wasn't a straight local answer to "what does this cost in Kansas City, and how do the brands compare?" So this site puts the prices, warranties, app features and HOA steps in one place, for both sides of State Line, with every fact linked to its source.
How the referral works
- I'm a Nex-Gen referral partner. When you request a quote or book through this site, I may earn a fee.
- I'm friends with Nex-Gen's owner. You should know that when you read my recommendation.
- Nex-Gen handles your project. Your quote, design, install and service come from Nex-Gen's certified installers.
- The comparisons stay checkable. Other brands get a fair write-up with sources, and the site says where each one does well. See how we compare.
Questions, corrections or just want to talk lights? Email [email protected].