Polytunnel repair in Dawlish
Looking for professional polytunnel repair help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable rural services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Dawlish
Polytunnels repaired to extend their working life. I patch covers, straighten bent frames, fix doors and vents - whatever it takes to keep your tunnel productive.
### When Your Tunnel Needs TLC
Polytunnels take a beating from Devon weather. **Wind tears covers, frames bend, doors sag** - but most problems are fixable without replacing the whole structure.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Fix small tears immediately. A 10cm rip becomes a 2-meter rip in one windy night. Cheap repair tape now saves expensive cover replacement later.
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### Common Polytunnel Issues
| Problem | Quick Fix | Proper Repair | |---------|-----------|---------------| | **Small tear in cover** | Duct tape (fails fast) | Polytunnel repair tape both sides | | **Bent hoop** | Hope it holds | Straighten if minor, replace if kinked | | **Sagging door** | Prop it with a brick | Rehang square and true | | **Loose cover** | Hope for calm weather | Re-tension and secure properly |
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### What You're Getting
**🔧 The Repair**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Assess** | Check what's actually broken vs what's just worn | | **Patch/Fix** | Repair covers, straighten frames, adjust doors | | **Secure** | Make sure fixes will last through winter | | **Advise** | Tell you honestly what needs replacing soon |
**📦 End Result** - Weatherproof tunnel - Structurally sound frame - Working doors and vents - Few more seasons of use
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### Pricing Guide
| Repair Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------------|----------------|------------| | Simple patch or door adjustment | 1 hr | **£60** | | Multiple patches + frame fixes | 1.5 hrs | **£85** | | Major repair (multiple issues) | 2 hrs | **£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Basic materials included - major parts (new hoops, big sections of cover) cost extra.*
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### Perfect For Your Garden If...
✅ **Recent damage** - storm tore the cover or bent a hoop
✅ **Wear and tear** - multiple small issues building up
✅ **Door problems** - won't close, draughty, hanging off
✅ **Extending life** - tunnel's decent but needs some TLC
Why Choose Us for Polytunnel repair in Dawlish?
Covers patched weatherproof
Frames straightened and secured
Doors rehung properly
Extended tunnel life
What to Expect
### Step 1: Assessment I check what's wrong - sometimes there's obvious damage, sometimes it's structural issues causing problems. ### Step 2: Repair Patch covers with proper repair tape, straighten or replace bent hoops, rehang doors, re-tension loose plastic. ### Step 3: Weatherproofing Make sure all repairs are sealed and secure. A polytunnel repair that fails in the next storm is pointless.
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
> **Cover life:** Even perfect covers only last 4-6 years in Devon sun. UV degrades the plastic. Cloudy or brittle cover needs replacing, not patching. **Wind damage:** If you're getting regular damage, check guy ropes and ground anchors. Loose tunnels flap and tear. **Frame inspection:** Walk around after storms and check for bent hoops before they get worse. **Door maintenance:** Keep door frames square and hinges oiled. Prevents most door problems. **Replacement timing:** Spring is best for major repairs or cover replacement - weather's calmer and growing season's starting.
Frequently Asked Questions about Polytunnel repair in Dawlish
Can you patch torn polytunnel covers?
Yes - small tears and holes can be patched with proper polytunnel repair tape. It's not beautiful but it's weatherproof and lasts a few seasons. Big rips or UV-damaged covers usually need replacing entirely.
What about bent frames?
Depends how bad. Slight bends I can usually straighten. Properly kinked or broken hoops need replacing - trying to straighten them weakens the metal. I'll be honest about what's fixable.
My polytunnel door won't close properly.
Usually the frame's shifted or the door's sagged. I can rehang it, adjust the frame, or add extra fixings. Most door problems are fixable without replacing anything major.
How long do cover patches last?
Proper polytunnel repair tape lasts 2-4 years depending on UV exposure and how big the patch is. Small patches on the sides last longest. Big patches on the sunny side fail faster.
Should I just replace the whole cover?
If it's got multiple tears, is cloudy from UV damage, or is brittle, yes - patching is throwing good money after bad. If it's one or two holes in otherwise decent plastic, patching makes sense.
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