Garden furniture in for winter in Exeter
Professional garden furniture in for winter services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Garden furniture moved into winter storage - shed, garage, or properly covered. Optional cleaning before storing. Protects your investment from Devon's wet winter weather and extends furniture life significantly.
Why Store Furniture Over Winter?
Because Devon winters are wet, and wet rots wood and rusts metal.
Six months of rain, frost, and damp will age garden furniture dramatically. Wood goes green with algae, metal rusts, fabric cushions go mouldy, rattan disintegrates. By spring, furniture that looked fine in October is often damaged beyond repair.
Storing it properly over winter means it lasts years longer and looks good when you bring it out again.
Plus, let's be honest: furniture's heavy and awkward. Moving a full garden set into a shed is back-breaking work, especially if you're doing it alone. That's worth paying someone to do.
💡 Pro tip: Clean and dry furniture thoroughly before storing. Putting damp furniture away is asking for mould. If it's been raining, wipe everything down and let it air-dry first, or store it and leave it a few days to dry out before closing everything up.
What Happens to Outdoor Furniture in Winter
| ✅ Properly Stored | ❌ Left Outside |
|---|---|
| Dry, clean, protected | Sodden, green with algae |
| Ready to use in spring | Needs deep clean or replacing |
| Lasts 10+ years | Lasts 3-5 years |
| No rust on metal fixings | Rust, corrosion, seized screws |
| Cushions dry and fresh | Cushions mouldy and ruined |
What I Do
🔧 The Moving & Storage Process
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assessment | What furniture, where's it going, cleaning needed? |
| Clean (optional) | Wipe down, remove debris, dry properly |
| Move | Shift furniture to storage location safely |
| Stack/Store | Arrange so it fits, protect from damage |
| Cover | If not fully enclosed, use covers/tarps |
📦 What Gets Stored
- Tables (folded if possible)
- Chairs (stacked to save space)
- Benches
- Parasols (folded, dried first)
- Cushions (must be stored dry indoors)
- Sun loungers
- Planters (if wanted - or left out)
💡 You Get
- Furniture protected from winter weather
- Space saved by stacking properly
- Peace of mind it'll last longer
- Heavy lifting done for you
Common Scenarios
Full wooden dining set? Tables and chairs stacked in shed/garage. Cleaned first if you want. Takes about an hour for typical 6-seater set.
Rattan furniture with cushions? Rattan must come in (disintegrates in wet). Cushions stored separately (they need airflow to prevent mould).
Metal bistro set? Can stay out if good quality, but stores easily and lasts longer if kept dry. Quick job, 30 minutes.
No storage space? I can cover furniture with proper weatherproof covers, raise it off the ground (prevents water pooling underneath), and stack it together. Not ideal but much better than fully exposed.
Mix of furniture types? We prioritize - cushions and fabric must come in, cheap softwood should, expensive hardwood can stay if you prefer. Your choice.
Pricing
| Job Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small set (bistro table + 2 chairs) | 1 hr | £60 |
| Average set (6-seater + parasol) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Large set or multiple pieces | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Add 30 mins if cleaning required. Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For You If...
✅ You can't lift heavy furniture - age, injury, physically difficult
✅ You've got expensive furniture - protect your investment
✅ Limited storage space - I can stack efficiently
✅ Want furniture to last - winter storage extends life dramatically
Why Choose Us for Garden furniture in for winter in Exeter?
Furniture moved safely without damage
Cleaned before storage (optional)
Stored in shed/garage/under covers
Extends furniture life significantly
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess What's Moving
I look at what furniture you've got, where it's going, whether cleaning's wanted. Plan the move.
Step 2: Clean (If Requested)
Wipe down furniture, remove debris, dry thoroughly. Crucial step if it's been wet.
Step 3: Move & Store
Shift furniture to storage location, stack efficiently to maximize space, cover or enclose properly. All secured for winter.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to store furniture yourself?
🧰 What you need
- Help (furniture's heavy and awkward)
- Cleaning supplies (bucket, cloth, brush)
- Weatherproof covers if not fully enclosed
- Bricks or blocks to raise furniture off ground
📦 Storage tips
Preparation:
- Clean furniture before storing (wipe down, brush off debris)
- Let everything dry completely (crucial - don't store damp)
- Remove cushions (store separately with airflow)
- Fold parasols and dry thoroughly
Stacking for space:
- Stack chairs seat-to-seat to save room
- Turn tables upside down on top of stack
- Store benches vertically against wall if space tight
- Keep heaviest items at bottom
Protection:
- Fully enclosed (shed/garage) is best
- If using covers, choose breathable ones (plastic traps moisture)
- Raise furniture off ground on bricks (prevents water sitting underneath)
- Don't seal plastic around furniture (condensation causes mould)
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Storing furniture damp (mould guaranteed)
- Using non-breathable plastic covers (condensation problems)
- Stacking heavy items on delicate furniture (damage)
- Forgetting to dry parasol before storing (fabric rots)
- Leaving cushions in sealed bags (they go mouldy)
💡 Pro trick: If your storage is damp (old shed, unheated garage), don't seal furniture away completely. Leave small gaps for airflow. Dry cold is fine, damp cold causes problems. Silica gel packets or moisture traps in storage help too.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌧️ Timing matters: Late October/early November is ideal for storing furniture - summer's definitely over, wet weather's setting in. Too early and you might get usable days in September/October. Too late and furniture's already taken a battering.
Not all furniture needs storing: Quality hardwood (teak, oak) can stay out year-round if you want - it'll weather but not rot. It's a choice. Everything else benefits from storage.
Cushions are the priority - even if furniture stays out, bring cushions in. They're expensive to replace and rot fast.
Spring retrieval: I can bring furniture back out in spring too (March/April typically). Book ahead for best timing.
Cleaning in spring vs autumn: Autumn cleaning means it's ready to use in spring. Spring cleaning means you're delaying when you can actually sit outside. Your choice.
Furniture covers wear out - if yours are split or worn, worth replacing. Good covers cost £30-60 and last years.
Insurance: If you've got expensive furniture, check your home insurance covers it in your shed/garage. Usually yes, but worth confirming.
Multiple trips? If you're storing furniture over winter and bringing it out in spring, consider booking both visits at once - often slightly cheaper than two separate callouts.
Want furniture back out for spring? Same service in reverse - I'll bring it out, set it up, give it a wipe if needed. Call in March when good weather's on the horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to put furniture away for winter?
Depends what it's made of. Hardwood can stay out (though it'll last longer if stored). Softwood, rattan, fabric cushions, and cheap metal furniture should definitely come in - Devon's wet winters will rot or rust them. I can advise when I see what you've got.
Where will you store it?
Wherever you've got space - shed, garage, conservatory, under stairs, spare room. If you haven't got indoor space, I can help cover it properly with weatherproof covers and raise it off the ground. Not as good as indoors but better than exposed.
Will you clean it first?
If you want - adds time but means it's ready to use when it comes back out in spring. I wipe down, dry properly (crucial), and store clean. Stops mould developing over winter.
What about cushions and parasols?
Cushions definitely need storing inside - they'll go mouldy outside. Parasols should be folded and stored dry. I move the lot - table, chairs, cushions, parasol, whatever you've got.
Is this worth paying for?
If you can't manage the lifting (furniture's heavy, awkward, needs two people for big pieces), yes. Or if you physically can't do it due to age/injury. £60-85 to protect furniture that cost hundreds? Makes sense.
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