Playhouse repair in Exeter
Professional playhouse repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional playhouse repair - rotten boards replaced, loose panels secured, roofing fixed. Extend the life of your playhouse instead of replacing it.
Back In Action
Garden playhouses take a beating - weather, enthusiastic play, and time all take their toll. Repair is often cheaper than replacement and keeps your children's favourite play space going.
💡 Pro tip: Catching problems early is key. A single rotten board is quick to replace - a whole wall is a bigger job.
Why Professional Repair Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Treated timber used | Untreated wood rots again |
| Structurally sound | Patched but weak |
| Safe for play | Hidden hazards remain |
| Lasts for years | Fails next winter |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | All damage identified |
| Repair | Rotten/damaged parts replaced |
| Secure | Structure strengthened |
| Treat | Preservative applied |
📦 You're Left With
- Solid playhouse
- Safe for play
- Weather protected
- Years more use
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Playhouse repair | 1-2 hrs | £60-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Extensive damage takes longer.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Rotten boards - Weather damage
✅ Loose panels - Wobbly structure
✅ Broken door/windows - Won't close properly
✅ Sagging roof - Leaking inside
Why Choose Us for Playhouse repair in Exeter?
Rotten wood replaced
Structure strengthened
Loose panels secured
Safe for play again
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Full inspection to find all damage.
Step 2: Repair
Damaged sections removed and replaced.
Step 3: Treat
Preservative applied to extend life.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fixing it yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Saw
- Drill
- Hammer
- Pry bar
- Treated timber
- Wood screws
- Preservative
📐 Repair approach
- Identify all rotten/damaged areas
- Remove damaged sections cleanly
- Cut replacement pieces to fit
- Use treated timber only
- Secure with galvanised screws
- Seal edges with preservative
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Using untreated timber
- Patching over rot (spreads)
- Missing hidden damage
- Cheap fixings that rust
💡 Pro trick: Check the floor carefully - it often rots first where water pools. Poke with a screwdriver to find soft spots.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏡 Winter damage - most playhouse problems appear after winter. Water gets in, freezes, expands, and causes splits and rot.
Common repairs:
- Floor boards
- Wall panels
- Roof felt
- Doors and windows
- Structural supports
Prevention tips:
- Annual preservative treatment
- Clear leaves from roof
- Check drainage around base
- Fix problems early
Frequently Asked Questions
What playhouse problems can you fix?
Rotten boards, loose panels, broken doors and windows, sagging roofing, wobbly floors, split timber. Most damage from weather exposure and age.
Is it worth repairing or should we replace it?
Depends on the damage. If the main frame is solid, repairs make sense. If the whole thing is rotten through, replacement is better value. I'll advise honestly when I see it.
Can you match the original wood?
We use treated timber that can be painted to match. Perfect match isn't usually possible on weathered playhouses, but once painted it blends in.
Do you treat the repaired areas?
Yes - all new timber is pressure-treated, and we can apply preservative to old sections. This extends the life significantly.
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