Boxing Day light removal in Exeter
Professional boxing day light removal services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas lights and decorations taken down on Boxing Day, packed away properly, and stored safely for next year. You relax, I'll handle the takedown.
Enjoy Your Boxing Day Off
Let's be honest - you've just hosted Christmas. You're knackered. The last thing you want is to spend Boxing Day untangling lights from the gutters while nursing a food coma.
💡 Pro tip: Getting decorations down on Boxing Day means you start the new year with a clean slate and decorations stored properly before they get shoved in the loft still tangled.
Why Boxing Day Matters
| ✅ Done on Boxing Day | ❌ Left for "Later" |
|---|---|
| Decorations stored properly while you remember where they went | Shoved in bin bags in February, all tangled |
| Lights tested and working for next year | Half the bulbs broken from rough storage |
| You enjoy your day off | You spend it up a ladder, hungover |
| House back to normal for New Year visitors | Decorations slowly dying through January |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Outdoor | All lights, clips, and fixtures removed safely from roof, gutters, trees |
| Indoor | Garlands, displays, and decorations taken down carefully |
| Storage | Everything packed away properly, cables tied, ready for next year |
📦 You're Left With
- All decorations safely stored
- Clips and fixtures organised
- No tangled mess next Christmas
- Your Boxing Day free for leftover sandwiches
Pricing Guide
| Display Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (few strings, some indoor bits) | 1 hr | £60 |
| Average house (roof, trees, windows) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Extensive display (multiple zones) | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Exactly what you paid for installation, but in reverse.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ You hosted Christmas - you've done enough, time to relax
✅ Back to work soon - get it done while you can
✅ New Year guests - house back to normal quickly
✅ Proper storage - want decorations to last for years
Why Choose Us for Boxing Day light removal in Exeter?
All outdoor lights safely removed and stored
Indoor decorations packed away carefully
No ladder work or risk for you
Enjoy your Boxing Day without the chore
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Assessment
I'll check what needs coming down (outdoor/indoor) and make sure I've got the right storage gear.
Step 2: Safe Removal
All outdoor lights down first - roof, gutters, trees, wherever they went up. Everything removed carefully without damaging your property.
Step 3: Pack & Store
Lights tested before packing, cables tied properly, everything labelled if you want. Ready to go straight back up next year without the faff.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to do it yourself? Here's how to avoid the usual Boxing Day disasters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Stable ladder (and someone to foot it)
- Cable ties or twist ties
- Storage boxes or bags
- Labels or marker pen
- Bin bags for broken items
📦 Proper storage method
- Test each string of lights as you remove them
- Wrap lights around cardboard or cable winder
- Secure with cable ties - prevents tangling
- Label boxes: "Front roof lights", "Tree lights", etc.
- Store somewhere dry - damp kills lights fast
🎄 Taking lights off trees
- Work from top to bottom
- Don't yank - LED wire is fragile
- Remove timer/transformer first
- Check for broken bulbs before storing
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Shoving everything in one big bag (tangled nightmare next year)
- Not testing lights before storing
- Leaving clips on gutters (they go brittle and break)
- Working alone on a ladder (always have someone there)
💡 Pro trick: Take photos of your display before taking it down. Next year you'll remember exactly where everything went without the guesswork.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎁 Had installation too? If I installed your lights, I know exactly where everything is and how it comes apart. Makes removal faster and cheaper.
Multiple services? Need the tree taking to recycling too? Or the loft organising while I'm storing stuff? Bundle it together and save time.
Devon weather watch: Boxing Day can be wet and windy. If it's unsafe for ladder work, we'll do indoor first and reschedule outdoor for better weather. Your safety and mine comes first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would I want lights removed on Boxing Day?
Some people like to get straight back to normal after Christmas. Plus if you're having guests over the next few days, you might want the house back to its usual self. And honestly, why spend your day off up a ladder when you could be eating leftovers on the sofa?
Can you do this for outdoor and indoor lights?
Yes - both. I'll take down roof lights, gutter clips, tree lights, window displays, the lot. Everything gets packed away carefully so it's ready for next year without tangled wires and broken bulbs.
What if it's raining on Boxing Day?
I'll still do the indoor stuff, and we can reschedule the outdoor work for the next dry day. Devon weather being what it is, I'm used to working around it. Safety first though - I won't be going up ladders in high winds.
Do I need to provide storage boxes?
If you've got boxes from when you put them up, I'll use those. If not, I can bring some basic storage bags and cable ties to keep everything organised. Proper storage makes a massive difference to how your lights look next year.
How long does a typical house take?
Average semi with roof lights, a few trees, and some indoor bits - usually 1-2 hours. Big displays with lots of different zones can take longer, but I'll give you an accurate quote based on what you had installed.
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