Log store assembly in Exeter
Professional log store assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£210
Typical Duration
2-4 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Log store assembled square and solid with a weatherproof roof. Proper ventilation for drying wood, level base, everything tight and secure - your firewood stays dry all winter.
Get Your Winter Fuel Sorted Properly
A log store that does its job keeps seasoned wood dry, lets green wood season properly, and doesn't fall apart after one winter. The difference between a wobbly DIY disaster and a properly built store is about two hours of someone who knows what they're doing.
💡 Pro tip: A well-ventilated log store actually helps season green wood faster - the airflow matters more than keeping every drop of rain off.
Why Bother Having Someone Build It?
Look, it's just screws and timber, right? Except when it's wonky, half the logs get wet, or the roof blows off in a gale.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Level base, square frame | Leaning after six months |
| Roof overlaps properly | Rain runs down the back wall |
| Ventilation gaps correct | Wood stays damp and mossy |
| All fixings checked and tight | Falls apart when full of logs |
What You Get
🔧 Proper Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Base check | Ground level checked, slabs repositioned if needed |
| Frame build | Structure assembled square and plumb |
| Roof fit | Weatherproof covering secured with proper overhang |
| Final checks | Everything tightened, tested with weight |
📦 Ready to Use
- Solid structure that'll last years
- Good airflow for seasoning
- Weatherproof top, open sides
- No wobbles or loose bits
Pricing Guide
| Log Store Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small (4ft) | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Medium (6ft) | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
| Large (8ft+) | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Complex designs or dodgy instructions might add time.
Perfect For Your Rural Property If...
✅ Flat-pack nightmare - instructions look like they were translated by a drunk robot
✅ Already delivered - big box in the yard, no time to fiddle with it
✅ Want it done right - can't be arsed with wonky work that won't last
✅ Multiple stores - getting several sorted at once makes sense
Why Choose Us for Log store assembly in Exeter?
Built square and level on solid base
Proper ventilation for seasoning wood
Weatherproof roof fitted correctly
All fixings tightened and secure
What to Expect
Step 1: Site Check & Prep
I'll check your base is level and solid. If it needs tweaking (slabs repositioned, ground levelled), we'll sort that first. Saves problems later.
Step 2: Frame Assembly
The main structure goes together - posts, sides, back panel. Everything checked square and plumb as it goes up. This is where most people rush and regret it.
Step 3: Roof & Final Tightening
Roof fitted with proper overlap, all fixings checked and tightened properly. Quick test with some weight on the shelves to make sure it's solid.
🔧 DIY Tips
Got time and tools? Here's how to build your log store properly:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Cordless drill/driver
- Socket set or adjustable spanner
- Spirit level (essential!)
- Rubber mallet
- Tape measure
- Someone to help hold things square
📐 Getting it level and square
- Check your base is level first - shimming later is a pain
- Build on a dry day - wet wood swells and fixings won't tighten
- Get the first corner perfectly square - everything else follows
- Check diagonal measurements are equal (proves it's square)
- Don't fully tighten anything until the whole frame is square
✂️ Roof fitting
- Overhang at least 6 inches at the front
- Slope towards the back so rain runs off away from the pile
- Use all the fixings provided - roofs blow off in Devon gales
- Felt or corrugated sheets overlap top-to-bottom
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Building on uneven ground and trying to fix it later
- Fully tightening the first corner before checking square
- Ignoring the spirit level
- Not pre-drilling hardwood (splits every time)
- Filling it with logs before checking it's solid
💡 Pro trick: Assemble the sides flat on the ground first if the design allows it. Much easier than fighting gravity and trying to hold pieces in mid-air.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪵 Already bought one? Send me a photo of the box - I can usually tell you how long it'll take and what you'll pay before I visit.
Got old pallets? I can build a simple log store from pallets for less than a flat-pack costs. Won't be pretty, but it'll keep your wood dry. Ask about it when you call.
Uneven ground? Common in rural Devon. Sometimes we can make it work with what's there, sometimes you need a few slabs down first. I'll advise when I see it.
Multiple jobs? If I'm coming out to your property anyway, combining jobs (gate repairs, fence work, other rural bits) saves you the callout each time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's involved in assembling a log store?
Most log stores are flat-pack jobs that need putting together on a level base. I'll check the ground is solid and level, assemble the frame square, fit the roof properly, and make sure everything's tight. Takes 2-4 hours depending on size and complexity.
Do I need to prepare the ground first?
Ideally yes - a few paving slabs or a concrete base stops the bottom rotting and keeps things level. If you've not sorted it yet, I can advise what's needed when I see your setup. Sometimes we can make do with what's there.
Can you assemble any make of log store?
Pretty much any flat-pack log store - the big DIY store ones, online purchases, specialist timber ones. As long as the instructions are halfway decent (or even if they're not), I can get it built properly.
What if the instructions are rubbish or missing?
Happens all the time, especially with cheaper ones. I've built enough of these to figure it out - the designs are all fairly similar. I'll make sure it's square, solid, and keeps your logs dry.
Will it be ready to fill straight away?
Yes - once it's assembled and secured, you can start stacking logs. I'll show you the best way to stack them for airflow if you want. Just keep the bottom layer off the ground if you can.
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