Greenhouse assembly in Exeter
Professional greenhouse assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£210-£260
Typical Duration
4-5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional greenhouse assembly - frame built perfectly square, glazing fitted safely, doors and vents working properly. Assembled on your prepared base, ready for your first seeds.
From Flatpack to Growing
Greenhouses promise so much - early seedlings, homegrown tomatoes, year-round growing. But greenhouse assembly is genuinely challenging - fiddly frames, dozens of identical-looking parts, and glazing that punishes any mistake.
🌱 Frame precision matters. If the frame isn't perfectly square, doors won't close, vents won't seal, and glazing won't fit. I take time to get it right.
Why Greenhouses Are Tricky
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Frame perfectly square | Doors won't close |
| Glazing seated properly | Panels rattle or fall |
| Vents seal correctly | Leaks heat, lets in pests |
| Clips fully engaged | Glazing works loose |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Parts inventory (critical) |
| Base | Frame squared on your base |
| Frame | Uprights and roof structure |
| Glaze | Panels fitted carefully |
| Doors | Aligned and adjusted |
| Vents | Working properly |
📦 I Handle
- Aluminium frame greenhouses
- Glass or polycarbonate glazing
- Door and vent mechanisms
- Staging and shelving (if included)
Pricing Guide
| Greenhouse Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small (6x4ft) | 4 hrs | £210 |
| Standard (6x8ft) | 4-5 hrs | £210-£260 |
| Large (8x10ft+) | 5+ hrs | £260+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Aluminium frames - Most common type
✅ Glass glazing - Traditional look
✅ Polycarbonate - Safer and lighter
✅ Auto vents - Opener mechanisms fitted
Why Choose Us for Greenhouse assembly in Exeter?
Frame assembled perfectly square - doors and vents work properly
All glazing panels fitted safely and securely
Doors aligned and closing properly with no gaps
Positioned on your prepared base, ready for growing
What to Expect
Step 1: Base Check & Parts
Base checked for level, all parts inventoried (critical with greenhouses), glazing panels inspected for damage.
Step 2: Frame & Glaze
Base frame laid and squared, uprights and roof added, each section checked before progressing, glazing fitted panel by panel.
Step 3: Doors & Vents
Doors installed and tracks adjusted, vents fitted with openers, full square check, staging assembled if included.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Socket set
- Spirit level
- Clean gloves (for glass)
- Step ladder
📐 Key steps
- Get the base perfectly level first
- Check diagonals at every stage
- Don't fully tighten until verified square
- Fit glazing one panel at a time
- Test doors and vents before finishing
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Building on an unlevel base
- Tightening before checking square
- Rushing the glazing
- Wrong side of polycarbonate facing out
💡 Pro trick: Put polycarbonate protective film side facing the sun - that's usually the UV-treated side. Peel the film off last, only after assembly is complete. This protects against scratches during fitting.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏗️ Get the base right first - I can't stress this enough. An unlevel base means a twisted frame which means nothing fits properly. Prepare base at least a week before.
Positioning:
- South-facing gets most sun
- Sheltered from prevailing wind
- Away from overhanging trees
- Near water and power if wanted
Aftercare:
- Tighten fixings after first temperature changes
- Clean glazing annually
- Check and oil door tracks
- Auto vent openers need periodic replacement
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a base for my greenhouse?
Yes - greenhouses need a level, solid base. Concrete, paving slabs, or a purpose-made base all work. The base needs to be ready and level before I arrive.
How long does greenhouse assembly take?
A typical 6x8ft aluminium greenhouse takes 4-5 hours for proper assembly. The glazing is what takes time - each panel needs careful handling.
Can you assemble in winter?
Yes, but glazing is trickier in cold weather and short daylight limits working time. Spring through autumn is ideal.
Glass or polycarbonate - does it matter?
Both work fine but handle differently. Glass is heavier and more fragile. Polycarbonate is lighter but needs the UV-treated side facing out.
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