Pergola assembly in Exeter
Professional pergola assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
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Typical Duration
Full day
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional pergola assembly - posts anchored securely, beams level, rafters evenly spaced. Garden pergolas assembled properly so they last, ready for climbing plants, shade sails, or outdoor entertaining.
Transform Your Garden
Pergolas create instant character - climbing plant support, outdoor dining areas, shaded seating. But they're substantial structures that need proper assembly. Posts are heavy, beams need to be level, and anchoring must be solid.
🪵 Anchoring is everything. A poorly anchored pergola leans, wobbles, and gradually shifts. Properly assembled, they last decades.
Why Pergolas Need Professionals
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Posts perfectly vertical | Visible lean |
| Beams level and square | Looks off |
| Properly anchored | Shifts in wind |
| Rafters even | Unbalanced appearance |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Best location agreed |
| Posts | Anchored using right method |
| Beams | Fitted level and square |
| Rafters | Evenly spaced |
| Finish | Final checks, cleaning |
📦 Anchoring Methods
- Patio/concrete - bolt-down shoes
- Lawn/soil - ground anchors or concrete
- Decking - through-bolt to subframe
- Lean-to - wall plates to masonry
Pricing
Pergola assembly is quote-based. Factors include:
- Pergola size and material
- Ground type and anchoring method
- Complexity (lean-to vs freestanding)
- Access and positioning
Full-day service based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Wooden pergolas - Traditional or modern
✅ Metal frame - Aluminium or steel
✅ Flat-pack kits - All suppliers
✅ Lean-to styles - Attached to house
Why Choose Us for Pergola assembly in Exeter?
Posts anchored properly - no wobble, no lean
Beams and rafters level and evenly spaced
Ready for climbing plants, fairy lights, or shade sails
Ground conditions assessed for best anchoring method
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
Site visit or photos, ground conditions assessed, anchoring method planned, quote provided.
Step 2: Assembly (Full day)
Ground preparation, posts positioned and anchored, beams attached, rafters fitted, structure squared.
Step 3: Completion
Stability checked, finishing touches, care advice given, packaging removed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Post level
- Spirit level (long)
- Socket set
- Drill (for anchors)
- Step ladder
📐 Key steps
- Mark out footprint accurately
- Set posts PERFECTLY vertical
- Check level at every stage
- Don't fully tighten until verified
- Anchor properly - no shortcuts
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Posts not vertical
- Beams not level
- Inadequate anchoring
- Rushing alignment checks
💡 Pro trick: Check posts with a level from two directions at 90 degrees to each other. A post can look level from one angle but be off when viewed from another.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📍 Position is permanent - once posts are anchored and beams attached, moving a pergola is a major job. Take time to get position right first. Consider sun path and future plant growth.
Climbing plants:
- Wisteria gets heavy - needs solid structure
- Clematis and roses are lighter
- Weight increases when wet
- Plan for mature plant size
Devon weather:
- Pressure-treated wood handles our rain
- All types handle Devon conditions
- Annual treatment extends timber life
Frequently Asked Questions
How are pergola posts anchored?
Depends on ground type. Patio/concrete - bolt-down post shoes. Lawn - post anchors or concrete-set posts. Decking - through-bolting to substructure.
Can you assemble flat-pack pergolas?
Yes - pergolas from B&Q, Wickes, Amazon. Quality varies but I've assembled most common designs and know the quirks.
Does a pergola need planning permission?
Usually not under permitted development if under 2.5m height and 2m from boundaries. Check with Exeter Council if unsure.
Can you fit a shade sail too?
Shade sails can attach to pergola posts if the structure is solid enough. Let me know what you're planning.
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