Party tent setup in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional party tent setup help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
You've got enough to organise before a party without wrestling with tent poles and guy ropes. We'll get your garden tent or gazebo set up properly, secured against wind, and level on your lawn so you can focus on the actual event preparation. Based in Ottery St Mary, covering all of Devon.
Party tents always look straightforward until you're actually trying to assemble one while your partner's shouting instructions from the instructions sheet and you're both getting progressively more wound up. We've seen it countless times.
We assemble all types of garden party tents - pop-up gazebos, frame tents with side panels, larger event tents, and anything in between. More importantly, we secure them properly so they don't take off in a gust of wind halfway through your event.
### What We Set Up
| Tent Type | Typical Size | Setup Time | Notes | |-----------|--------------|------------|-------| | Pop-up gazebos | 3x3m standard | 30-45 mins | Quick setup, needs proper weighting | | Frame tents | 3x6m to 6x12m | 1-2 hours | Multiple sections, side panels, guy ropes | | Pagoda tents | Various | 1-1.5 hours | Pointed roof style, decorative | | Stretch tents | Requires quotes | 2+ hours | Specialist setup, not all handymen do these |
### Getting It Right
**Ground assessment**: Soft ground needs pegs. Hard surfaces need weight plates or sandbags. Uneven ground needs levelling or careful positioning.
**Wind considerations**: Devon gets proper wind. We use adequate anchoring - not just the flimsy pegs that come with budget gazebos.
**Positioning**: Consider sun position, proximity to your house for power, and guest flow. Once it's up and weighted, moving it is a hassle.
**Side panels**: If your tent has sides, we'll fit them properly with the zips working smoothly and the panels taut, not flapping around.
We'll also check the tent over as we assemble it - if there's damage or missing parts, better to know before your event rather than discovering it on the day.
Why Choose Us for Party tent setup in Ottery St Mary?
Save time and stress before your event
Properly secured against wind
Level and stable on uneven ground
Professional setup while you focus on other prep
What to Expect
### 1. Confirm Details Let us know what type and size tent you've got, where it's going, and when you need it set up. If you need side panels, lighting hooks, or specific positioning, mention it when booking. ### 2. Assembly We arrive with the right tools and additional weights/pegs if needed. We assemble the frame, tension the canopy properly, secure it to the ground, and fit any side panels. We'll check everything's level and stable. ### 3. Final Check We'll walk you through how to adjust side panels or guy ropes if you need to, and what to watch for weather-wise. If you want us to return for takedown after your event, we can arrange that too.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary 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 Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
If you're hiring a tent, many hire companies offer setup as part of the package. Check what's included before booking us - you might already have it covered. For events with significant wind forecast, consider whether the tent is necessary or if rescheduling is possible. No tent is completely windproof, and safety comes first. If your event is multi-day or the tent's up for a week-plus, we can schedule a mid-period check to retension guy ropes and check security - tents naturally loosen slightly over time. After heavy rain, water pools on tent roofs. Left too long, this gets heavy and can damage the frame or canopy. Either pitch the tent with a slope for drainage, or be prepared to push water puddles off from inside. Side panels make tents much warmer and stuffier. For summer events, you might want only a couple of sides up for wind protection rather than fully enclosing the space.
Frequently Asked Questions about Party tent setup in Ottery St Mary
How much does party tent setup cost?
Party tent setup typically costs £60-110 depending on tent size and complexity. Small pop-up gazebos take around an hour, while larger frame tents with multiple sections take closer to two hours. We can also handle takedown after your event if needed.
What size tents can you assemble?
We handle everything from 3x3m pop-up gazebos to larger 6x12m frame tents. For really large marquee-style tents requiring specialised equipment, we'll let you know if it's beyond handyman scope and needs a marquee company.
Do you secure the tent against wind?
Yes, absolutely. We use proper ground anchoring - pegs for soft ground, weight plates for hard surfaces. Wind can quickly turn an unsecured tent into a very expensive garden kite, so we take this seriously.
Can you set up the day before my event?
Yes, most people prefer setup the day before so the tent's ready and they're not rushing on the day. Just factor in that leaving a tent up overnight means it needs to be properly secured and you'll want to check for any overnight rain puddles on the roof.
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