Cricket net setup in Exeter
Professional cricket net setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional cricket net setup - posts installed, net tensioned correctly, and safely anchored. Practice batting in your own garden without losing balls.
Practice Like The Pros
A proper cricket net means safe, productive practice whenever you want it. No more driving to the club for a quick knock. Your garden, your schedule.
💡 Pro tip: Position the net so the sun isn't in the batter's eyes during your typical practice times. Also consider your neighbours' windows.
Cricket Net Components
| Component | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Posts | Frame the net cage |
| Ground anchors | Keep it stable |
| Net | Catches the ball |
| Tensioning | Keeps net taut |
| Guy ropes | Extra stability |
Why Professional Setup Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Stable posts | Wobbles and tilts |
| Taut net | Sagging, balls escape |
| Secure anchoring | Blows over in wind |
| Proper height | Too low, balls over top |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Best location agreed |
| Install | Posts set securely |
| Hang | Net attached and tensioned |
| Test | Few balls to check |
📦 You're Left With
- Cricket net ready to use
- Posts securely installed
- Net properly tensioned
- Practice-ready
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard net setup | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| With ground sockets | +30 mins | +£25-35 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Net/posts at cost if supplied.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Keen cricketer - Regular practice needed
✅ Club player - Extra training at home
✅ Kids development - Safe practice space
✅ Family fun - All ages can use it
Why Choose Us for Cricket net setup in Exeter?
Safe batting practice
Posts properly installed
Net tensioned correctly
Secure ground anchoring
What to Expect
Step 1: Position
Agree best location for space and use.
Step 2: Install
Posts secured with proper anchoring.
Step 3: Net
Hung, tensioned, and tested with balls.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting up yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 What you'll need
- Posts and net (quality matters)
- Post hole digger or spike driver
- Concrete (if permanent)
- Guy ropes and pegs
- Tensioning straps/clips
📐 Setup steps
- Mark out position carefully
- Install posts (sockets or spikes)
- Check posts are vertical and level
- Attach net at top first
- Tension sides and bottom
- Add guy ropes for stability
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Posts not deep enough
- Net too loose (balls escape)
- Poor ground anchoring
- Not considering wind
💡 Pro trick: Dig post holes slightly wider than needed and concrete in - much more stable than spike posts for regular use.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏏 Safety first - always check the net for holes before batting. A fast ball through a hole can cause injury. Repair or replace damaged nets.
Maintenance:
- Check tension regularly
- Repair holes immediately
- Store net in winter (lasts longer)
- Check post stability annually
Related services:
- Tennis net setup
- Football goal assembly
- Garden sports equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What space do I need for a cricket net?
Minimum 20m long and 3m wide for a single lane. More is better. Needs flat-ish ground and clear approach for bowling. We'll advise if your garden works.
Are the posts permanent or removable?
Can be either - permanent ground sockets are most stable. Removable spike posts work for occasional use. Permanent is better for serious practice.
Will it damage my lawn?
The net area will get worn with use - that's inevitable. Posts need holes or sockets. Consider where you want the wear to be.
Do I supply the net or do you?
Either way - you can buy your preferred net and we install it, or we can source and supply. Quality nets last longer and catch balls better.
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