Furniture cover fitting in Exeter
Professional furniture cover fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Furniture covers fitted properly - not just thrown over. Secured tight against Devon weather so they actually protect your garden furniture instead of flapping off into the neighbour's garden.
Why Bother Fitting Covers Properly?
Because a loose cover is worse than no cover. It flaps in the wind, rubs the paint off, collects puddles of water, and usually ends up in someone's tree after the first storm.
💡 Pro tip: Properly fitted covers last years longer. Loose covers self-destruct in one windy winter.
Done Right vs Done Wrong
| ✅ Fitted Properly | ❌ Just Thrown Over |
|---|---|
| All straps/ties used and tensioned | Straps dangling or not used |
| Cover positioned for drainage | Water pools on top |
| Won't flap or rub furniture | Rubs paint off in the wind |
| Stays put all winter | In next door's garden by December |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| What Happens | Time |
|---|---|
| Cover positioned correctly | 5 mins |
| All straps/ties secured properly | 10 mins |
| Tension checked - won't flap or pool water | 5 mins |
📦 You're Left With
- Furniture properly protected
- Cover that'll actually stay on
- Peace of mind for winter
Pricing
| Items | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single piece (table/bench) | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Full patio set (4-6 items) | 1 hour | £60 |
| Large/complex items | 1+ hour | £60+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour).
Perfect For...
✅ Winter storage - get your furniture covered properly before the rain sets in
✅ Holiday protection - going away and want furniture protected
✅ New covers - bought covers but not sure how to fit them right
✅ Wind-prone gardens - Exeter's exposed spots where loose covers don't last
Why Choose Us for Furniture cover fitting in Exeter?
Covers fitted tight and secure
Weather-resistant fastening
Prevents wind damage
Extended furniture life
What to Expect
Step 1: Position & Check
I make sure the cover is positioned correctly for your specific furniture and check all the straps/ties are in good condition.
Step 2: Secure & Tension
All fasteners get used properly - straps buckled, ties knotted, tensioned so the cover sits snug but not stretched.
Step 3: Final Check
Quick check that water will drain off (not pool), air can circulate, and nothing's going to flap in the wind.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own covers properly? Here's how:
🔧 The basics
- Always start from one end and work systematically
- Use every strap and tie - they're there for a reason
- Tension matters - snug but not stretched tight
- Check from all angles for water pooling spots
📐 Positioning tricks
- Furniture dry? Cover it now before rain makes everything heavy
- Position cover so zips/openings face away from prevailing wind
- Leave small air gaps at bottom - prevents condensation mould
- High point should be in the middle so water runs off edges
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Leaving straps unused or loose (main reason covers blow off)
- Covering wet furniture (traps moisture, causes mould)
- Pulling cover too tight (stretches material, causes tearing)
- Ignoring water pooling spots (weight stretches cover)
💡 Pro trick: On windy days, partially fill water bottles and use them to weigh down the cover while you're working on the straps - stops it flapping around while you're trying to secure it.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Doing multiple items? Book them all for one visit - I'm already there so it's more cost-effective.
Check your covers regularly - after storms, give them a quick check. A strap that's come loose early in winter can mean a shredded cover by spring.
Older Exeter properties? If your garden furniture is stored in an old courtyard or walled area, let me know - sometimes these need different securing methods due to wind tunnels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not just throw a cover over myself?
You can - but loose covers flap in Devon's wind, rub paint off, collect water in puddles, and often end up in next door's garden. Properly fitted means tied down, tensioned right, and actually doing the job.
What's involved in fitting a cover properly?
I make sure it's positioned right, all straps/ties are used correctly, drainage points aren't blocked, and it's tensioned so it won't flap or collect water. Takes 20-30 minutes but makes all the difference.
Do I need to provide the cover?
Yes - this service is for fitting covers you already have. If you need advice on what cover to buy for your furniture, I'm happy to help with that too.
Can you do multiple pieces of furniture?
Absolutely. If you've got a set of garden furniture to cover up for winter, we can do them all in one visit. Price depends on how many pieces.
Is this just a winter thing?
Mainly yes - most people want garden furniture covered from October to March. But if you're going away for a while in summer, or have furniture you don't use often, covering it properly makes sense year-round.
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