Climbing frame disassembly in Exeter
Professional climbing frame disassembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
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Typical Duration
Half to full day
Location
Exeter, Devon
Garden climbing frames and play equipment safely disassembled before your move. All parts labeled, fixings organized, everything ready to transport and rebuild at your new house. Heavy lifting and awkward bolts handled properly.
That Thing Took Days To Build...
Your kids' climbing frame has been in the garden for years, but it's coming with you to the new house. Problem is, it took you and a mate a whole weekend to build, it's massive, and you're not sure it even comes apart properly.
Professional disassembly means it's taken down safely, all the parts are labeled so you know what goes where, and it's ready to rebuild at the other end.
💡 Pro tip: Take photos during disassembly (or get me to). Visual record of how it went together makes reassembly much easier.
Professional Disassembly vs Weekend Attempt
| ✅ Done Professionally | ❌ DIY Attempt |
|---|---|
| All fixings labeled and bagged | Bucket of random bolts, good luck |
| Parts numbered and photographed | Guessing which beam goes where |
| Heavy sections handled safely | Hernia risk, crushed fingers |
| Efficient and systematic | Whole weekend gone |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Disassembly Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Check how it's constructed, plan disassembly order |
| Document | Photos as we go, note how things connect |
| Disassemble | Systematic takedown, safe handling of heavy parts |
| Organize | All fixings bagged and labeled by section |
| Prepare | Parts bundled or stacked ready for transport |
📦 You're Left With:
- Climbing frame ready to transport
- All fixings organized and labeled
- Photos/notes for reassembly
- No back injuries or arguments
Pricing Guide
Impossible to quote without seeing it - climbing frames vary hugely. Need to know:
- Size and type (single swing vs multi-tower complex)
- Brand/model if known
- How it's constructed (bolted vs welded)
- Access to your garden
Rough guide:
- Small frame (single swing or small slide): £110-£160
- Medium frame (couple of swings, slide, small tower): £160-£260
- Large complex (multiple towers, swings, slide, extras): £260-£410+
Call for accurate quote based on your specific frame.
Perfect For Your Move If...
✅ Big investment - quality climbing frame worth moving
✅ Kids love it - taking their favorite play equipment
✅ New garden suitable - space at new house
✅ Not DIY confident - heavy, awkward, lots of bolts
Why Choose Us for Climbing frame disassembly in Exeter?
Safely disassembled without damage
All parts labeled for reassembly
Fixings and brackets kept organized
Heavy lifting handled properly
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
I come and look at your climbing frame, assess how it comes apart, quote accurately, discuss access and timing.
Step 2: Systematic Disassembly
Working methodically, I take it down section by section. All fixings get bagged and labeled ("tower A to tower B bolts" etc). Photos taken as we go.
Step 3: Ready For Transport
All parts stacked or bundled, fixings organized, ready to go in your removal van or for me to transport separately.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy tackling it yourself? Here's what you need to know:
🔧 Essential equipment:
- Socket set (multiple sizes - climbing frames use various bolt sizes)
- Adjustable spanners
- Allen keys (hex keys) - often needed
- Cordless drill/driver
- Step ladder
- Helper (seriously, don't do this alone)
- Lots of bags for fixings
- Marker pen for labeling
- Phone for photos
📐 Safe disassembly approach:
Before you start:
- Take overview photos from all angles
- Remove all accessories (swings, slide, anything detachable)
- Work out the reverse order of assembly (usually top-down)
- Have somewhere to stack parts as they come off
During disassembly: 5. Start at the top, work down (prevents instability) 6. Support sections before removing last fixings (they're heavier than you think) 7. Bag and label fixings IMMEDIATELY - "tower to bridge bolts," "swing beam fixings," etc. 8. Take photos at each stage 9. Number parts if they're similar (beam 1, beam 2, etc.) 10. Don't force seized bolts - penetrating oil and patience
⚠️ Safety warnings:
- These are heavy and awkward - need two people minimum
- Parts can fall when last bolt comes out - support them
- Some have tension (roof sections, monkey bars) - release carefully
- Wooden splinters common - wear gloves
- Bolts often rusted/seized - forcing them strips threads
💡 Pro trick: Use a permanent marker to write on wooden parts - "Front left support," "Top beam tower A," etc. Photos are good, but labels on the actual parts are better when you're rebuilding in six months.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Full moving service? I can disassemble at your old place, transport it, then reassemble at your new house. One person who knows how it came apart = easier rebuild.
Not all frames disassemble: Cheap metal frames are sometimes welded, not bolted. If it doesn't come apart, I'll tell you before we start and you can decide whether to leave it or cut it up for scrap.
Timber frames last: Quality wooden climbing frames (TP Toys, Wickey, Selwood, etc.) are built to disassemble and reassemble. Worth moving if you paid good money for them.
New garden might need groundwork: Climbing frames need level ground and anchoring. Your new garden might need some prep before reassembly - I can advise or help with that too.
Exeter properties: Lots of Exeter houses have narrow side access or gardens only accessible through the house. Plan the removal route before disassembly - might affect how we break it down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can climbing frames be taken apart and rebuilt?
Most can, yes - especially wooden ones from places like TP Toys or Wickey. Metal frames vary - some are bolted together (fine), others are welded (can't disassemble). I'll advise honestly once I see what you've got.
Will it go back together the same at the new house?
If it's been properly labeled during disassembly, yes. I bag and label all fixings by section, take photos as I go, and note which piece goes where. Makes reassembly much easier at the other end.
Do I need to do anything before you arrive?
Just make sure there's clear access to the climbing frame. If it's a big one, I might need to bring parts through your house or side gate - just let me know the access situation when you book.
How long does disassembly take?
Depends massively on size and complexity. Small single-swing frame might be 2-3 hours. Big multi-level tower with slide, swings, climbing wall could be a full day. I'll estimate once I know what you've got.
Can you take it away if we're not moving it?
Yes - if you're not taking it to your new place, I can dismantle and take it away for disposal or recycling. Saves you listing it on Facebook Marketplace or leaving it for the new owners.
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