Croquet set setup in Exeter
Professional croquet set setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional croquet set setup - hoops positioned correctly, course laid out properly, everything ready for garden party games. Best combined with other party preparation work.
Classic Garden Games
Croquet is quintessential garden party entertainment. But setting up the course properly matters - randomly stuck hoops make for frustrating games. Correct spacing and positioning makes it actually fun.
💡 Pro tip: Mow the lawn short before setting up - long grass makes croquet impossible. The ball needs to roll smoothly.
Why Proper Setup Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Correct hoop spacing | Random positions |
| Hoops level and straight | Wonky angles |
| Flat course area | Balls roll away |
| All equipment ready | Missing mallets |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Survey | Best lawn area identified |
| Lay out | Course planned correctly |
| Install | Hoops pushed in straight |
| Brief | Rules explained if needed |
📦 You're Left With
- Complete course set up
- Hoops level and secure
- All equipment ready
- Party guests entertained
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Croquet set setup | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Best combined with other work.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Party preparation - Part of setup
✅ Corporate event - Garden games for guests
✅ Wedding venue - Entertainment sorted
✅ Never played - Need rules explained
Why Choose Us for Croquet set setup in Exeter?
Hoops properly positioned
Level course
Rules explained
Ready to play
What to Expect
Step 1: Survey
Best area of lawn identified for the course.
Step 2: Lay out
Hoops positioned at correct spacing.
Step 3: Brief
Rules and gameplay explained if needed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting up yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Complete croquet set
- Mallet or mallet head to push hoops
- Tape measure (optional but helpful)
📐 Proper setup
- Mow lawn short first
- Find flattest area
- Position starting peg
- Space hoops according to set instructions
- Push hoops in straight and level
- Add finishing peg
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Grass too long
- Hoops at random angles
- Uneven spacing
- Sloping playing surface
💡 Pro trick: Push hoops in firmly so they don't move when hit by a ball. They should stay upright even with enthusiastic play.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏑 Lawn preparation - croquet needs short grass. If your lawn hasn't been cut recently, it needs mowing before the game will work.
Croquet essentials:
- 6 or 9 hoop layout
- Correct hoop spacing
- Level ground
- Short grass
Party games combo:
- Croquet
- Badminton net
- Boules pitch
- Giant lawn games
Frequently Asked Questions
Is croquet setup really worth a callout?
On its own, probably not - it's quite straightforward. But if we're setting up other party games, garden equipment, or doing other work, happy to include it.
Can you set it up on any lawn?
Croquet works best on short, level grass. We can work with what you have, but a rough or sloping lawn makes for frustrating play.
Do you provide the equipment?
No - you'll need your own croquet set. We set it up correctly, explain the rules if needed, and make sure it's ready for your guests.
How long does a croquet course last?
The hoops can stay up for days if the weather's fine. We can show you how to take it down and store it properly for next time.
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