Football table assembly in Exeter
Professional football table assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£110
Typical Duration
1.5-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional football table assembly - playing surface level, rods spinning freely, ball return working properly. Levelled on your floor and ready for immediate kickoff.
Game Room Centrepiece
Football tables are the source of family tournaments, pub arguments, and office break-time competitions. But they arrive in heavy boxes with dozens of parts, and getting them right requires precision.
🎯 Level matters. If the ball drifts to one end, every game is unfair. I'll get your table perfectly level regardless of your floor.
Why Proper Assembly Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Ball stays centred | Drifts to one end |
| Rods spin freely | Stiff and jerky |
| Ball returns work | Balls get stuck |
| Table rock-solid | Moves during play |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Parts inventory |
| Build | Cabinet squared and solid |
| Rods | Installed and lubricated |
| Players | Correct configuration |
| Level | Surface checked with level |
| Test | Ball return both ends |
📦 Table Types
- Entry level - lighter, basic bearings
- Mid-range - heavier, better rods
- Premium - precision bearings, tournament quality
Pricing Guide
| Table Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard football table | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Premium/heavy table | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Multi-game table | 2+ hrs | £110+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Entry level tables - Quicker to assemble
✅ Mid-range - Counterbalanced players
✅ Premium tables - Precision work for precision kit
✅ Multi-game - Conversion mechanisms sorted
Why Choose Us for Football table assembly in Exeter?
Playing surface perfectly level - fair game every time
Rods spin freely with proper lubrication
Ball return mechanism working smoothly
Leg levellers adjusted for your floor
What to Expect
Step 1: Parts Check & Position
All parts inventoried, final position discussed, floor protected if needed. Football tables are heavy once built - decide position first.
Step 2: Build & Level
Cabinet built and squared, playing surface levelled, rods installed and lubricated, players attached correctly.
Step 3: Test & Play
Level checked multiple times, all rods tested for smooth action, ball return tested both ends, test game to verify everything works.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Socket set and spanners
- Phillips screwdriver
- Spirit level
- Silicone lubricant
- Rubber mallet
📐 Key steps
- Build on a clear, level surface
- Get cabinet square before adding top
- Don't overtighten rod bearings
- Lubricate rods after installation
- Level last, once fully assembled
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Overtightening bearings (causes stiff rods)
- Players facing wrong direction
- Not levelling the playing surface
- Assembling in wrong final position
💡 Pro trick: When installing rods, the players should all face the same way - towards the opponent's goal. Seems obvious but gets mixed up easily. Goalkeeper, then 2 defenders, then 5 midfield, then 3 attack.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎱 Decide position first - football tables are too heavy to move easily once assembled. Get it right before I start. Consider rod extension space each side.
Space requirements:
- Table length + 1.5m each end for rods
- Table width + 0.5m each side for standing
- Standard 4ft table needs 4.2m x 1.6m room
Maintenance:
- Lubricate rods monthly
- Clean playing surface regularly
- Tighten bolts periodically
- Replace balls when damaged
Frequently Asked Questions
How heavy are football tables?
Full-size tables range from 50-100kg depending on quality. The heavy ones are better - more stable during play. I'll assemble it wherever you want the final position to be.
Can you level a football table on an uneven floor?
Yes - all decent tables have adjustable leg levellers. I'll get the playing surface perfectly level. The ball shouldn't drift to one end.
The rods are stiff - can you fix it?
Usually. Stiff rods are typically overtightened bearings or lack of lubrication. I can strip them down and get them spinning freely again.
Do you assemble multi-game tables?
Yes - tables that convert between football, air hockey, and pool. More complex but same principles. Allow extra time.
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