Furniture winterising in Dawlish
Looking for professional furniture winterising help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Dawlish
Full garden furniture winterising - cleaned, checked, treated, and either covered properly or moved into storage. Your patio set protected and ready to come back out looking good next spring.
### Why Winterise Garden Furniture?
Because **one Devon winter can age furniture five years**. The constant wet, the moss, the mould - it all takes a serious toll if furniture isn't protected properly.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Quality garden furniture costs £500-£2000. Spending £100 on proper winterising once a year is a no-brainer compared to replacing it.
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### What Happens If You Don't
| ✅ Properly Winterised | ❌ Left Out Unprotected | |------------------------|-------------------------| | Clean and ready for spring | Green with algae and mould | | Wood oiled, metal rust-free | Wood grey/split, metal rusted | | Cushions dry and fresh | Cushions rotted or mildewed | | Lasts 15+ years | Replace every 3-4 years |
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### What's Included
**🔧 Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Clean** | Brush down, wash, remove algae/dirt | | **Check** | Look for damage, loose fixings, rot | | **Treat** | Oil wood or treat metal as needed | | **Protect** | Covers fitted properly OR moved to storage |
**📦 You're Left With** - Furniture properly protected for winter - Any issues flagged before they get worse - Peace of mind until spring
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### Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------|----------------|------------| | Small set (table + 2 chairs) | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-85** | | Standard patio set (table + 4-6 chairs) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-110** | | Large set or moving to storage | 2+ hrs | **£110+** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Materials (oil, cleaner) extra if needed.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **Quality furniture** - you've invested in decent garden furniture worth protecting
✅ **Exposed location** - your garden gets hit by Devon's weather
✅ **Busy life** - you know you should do it but it keeps getting put off
✅ **Getting it right** - you want it done properly, not just thrown under a tarp
Why Choose Us for Furniture winterising in Dawlish?
Professionally cleaned before storage
Protective treatment applied
Covers fitted properly
Spring-ready furniture
What to Expect
### Step 1: Clean & Check Everything gets brushed down and washed. While I'm doing that, I'm checking for any damage, loose bolts, or rot that needs sorting. ### Step 2: Treat & Protect Wood gets oiled (if it needs it), metal checked for rust and treated. Cushions removed and dried if needed. ### Step 3: Cover or Store Either covers go on properly (all straps used, tensioned right), or we move everything into your shed/garage - whichever you prefer.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Multiple garden areas?** If you've got furniture in the front and back, or a separate dining set and loungers, book them all together - more efficient than separate visits. **Autumn special** - October and November are my busiest months for this. Book early if you want a specific date. **Storage tip** - If moving furniture into a shed or garage, stack carefully with something between pieces to let air circulate. Stops condensation issues. **Spring reversal** - Need help getting it all back out, cleaned up and ready for summer? Same service works in reverse around March/April.
Frequently Asked Questions about Furniture winterising in Dawlish
Can't I just leave my garden furniture out all winter?
You can, but Devon winters are wet and windy. Wood goes green, metal rusts, cushions rot, and you'll be buying new furniture in a couple of years instead of enjoying the set you've got. Proper winterising adds years to its life.
What does winterising actually involve?
Clean it properly, check for any damage that needs fixing, treat/oil wood or check metal for rust spots, fit covers properly (or move to storage if you prefer), and make sure it'll survive winter without deteriorating.
Do I need to provide covers and treatment products?
Either way works. If you've already got them, great. If not, I can advise what you need and pick it up from the local merchant - just the cost of materials on top.
What if I want furniture moved into a shed or garage?
No problem - part of the service. As long as we can physically get it there, I'll move it for you. Much easier with two people for big table sets.
When should I get this done?
Late October or early November is ideal - after you've stopped using it but before the really wet weather sets in. That said, I do this right through autumn and early winter.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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