Slide assembly in Exeter
Professional slide assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£135
Typical Duration
1.5-2.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional garden slide assembly - frame stable and secure, steps and handrails safe for climbing, slide chute smooth and properly attached. Anchored to the ground so children can play safely.
Safe Play Priority
Garden slides are children's play essentials - the thrill of climbing up, the excitement of sliding down. But they're safety-critical equipment. A wobbly slide or loose handrail isn't just frustrating - it's dangerous.
⚠️ Safety first. Children swing on handrails, race each other, multiple children at once. Every joint must be tight, every handrail secure.
Why Safety Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Structure solid | Tips or wobbles |
| Handrails secure | Give way |
| Anchored properly | Shifts during play |
| No sharp edges | Injuries |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Frame | Built solid |
| Steps | Secure and level |
| Platform | Stable |
| Slide | Attached smoothly |
| Handrails | Firmly fixed |
| Anchor | Ground secured |
📦 Slide Types
- Standalone slides
- Climbing frame slides
- Tower slides
- Wave/curved slides
Pricing Guide
| Slide Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone slide | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Tower/complex | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Climbing frame combo | 2.5 hrs | £135 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Standalone slides - Simple and effective
✅ Tower slides - Higher platforms
✅ Climbing frames - Integrated slides
✅ Ground anchoring - Essential for safety
Why Choose Us for Slide assembly in Exeter?
Stable structure that won't wobble or tip
Steps and handrails secure for safe climbing
Slide chute smooth with no rough edges
Anchored to ground for maximum stability
What to Expect
Step 1: Check & Position
All parts checked, location assessed, ground conditions verified, anchoring method confirmed.
Step 2: Build & Anchor
Frame constructed, steps and platform fitted, slide attached, structure anchored, safety tested.
Step 3: Safety Check
Every bolt checked, handrails tested (pull hard), safety points explained, children unleashed carefully.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Socket set
- Spirit level
- Rubber mallet
- Ground anchor kit
📐 Key steps
- Check all parts first
- Build on level ground
- Tighten ALL bolts fully
- Test handrails by pulling hard
- Anchor before letting kids on
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Skipping ground anchoring
- Not checking every bolt
- Handrails not tight enough
- No soft landing area
💡 Pro trick: After assembly, grab each handrail and pull as hard as you can. If anything moves or feels loose, it needs more tightening. Children will do worse to it.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌿 Soft landing matters - ground at the bottom should be forgiving. Grass is okay, bark chip is better, impact mats are best. Concrete or paving is dangerous.
Maintenance:
- Check bolts monthly
- Tighten as needed
- Watch for wear
- Check anchors seasonally
Sun exposure:
- Metal slides get very hot
- Plastic fades and weakens
- Some shade beneficial
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does a slide need professional assembly?
Children throw themselves at slides - climbing, jumping, hanging. The structure needs to handle this safely. Not the time for 'good enough'.
How do you anchor it?
Ground anchors - screw-in or hammer-in stakes that the legs attach to. Some slides include these, others need them bought separately.
Where should it be positioned?
Level ground. Soft landing area at bottom (grass, bark, or safety matting). Visible from house. Not under trees. Metal slides in full sun get very hot.
Standalone vs climbing frame slide?
Standalone is simpler. Climbing frames with slides are more complex but more play value. Both need proper assembly and anchoring.
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