Christmas decoration removal in Exeter
Professional christmas decoration removal 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
All Christmas decorations taken down carefully and packed away properly. Wreaths, garlands, displays - everything stored ready for next year without the mess.
Time to Reclaim Your House
Christmas was lovely. Now it's January. The decorations are starting to look tired. You want your house back to normal but the thought of unpicking all those garlands is making you put it off.
I get it. Taking decorations down is boring. Packing them properly takes ages. And finding somewhere to store it all is its own nightmare.
💡 Pro tip: Decorations stored properly last years. Decorations shoved in bin bags come out tangled, broken, and looking tatty next Christmas.
What Gets Removed & Stored
| Indoor Items | Outdoor Items |
|---|---|
| Garlands from stairs and mantels | Wreaths from doors and gates |
| Wreaths from internal doors | Door frame decorations |
| Mantelpiece displays | Window box seasonal items |
| Window decorations | Porch displays |
| Seasonal ornaments | Garden features |
Professional Removal vs DIY Chaos
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ Usual January Mess |
|---|---|
| Each item wrapped/coiled before storing | Everything shoved in one bag |
| Ornaments protected, won't break | Half smashed by next Christmas |
| Labelled storage boxes | No idea what's in which box |
| Hooks and clips removed cleanly | Marks left on walls, clips broken |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Remove | Everything taken down carefully - outdoor, indoor, all of it |
| Pack | Items wrapped/protected, sorted into categories |
| Store | Boxes labelled, stored where you want them (loft, garage, cupboard) |
📦 You're Left With
- House back to normal
- Decorations safely packed for next year
- No tangled mess next December
- Space reclaimed in your living areas
Pricing Guide
| Decoration Level | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (few wreaths, simple displays) | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Average (multiple garlands, displays, outdoor) | 3 hrs | £160 |
| Full house (every room decorated, big display) | 4 hrs | £210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Faster than installation because there's no fiddly styling.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Ready for normal life - need the house back quickly
✅ No storage boxes - lost them or never had them
✅ Want it done right - not finding broken baubles next year
✅ Physical limitations - ladder work or reaching isn't easy
Why Choose Us for Christmas decoration removal in Exeter?
All decorations taken down safely
Packed and stored properly for next year
No tangled mess or broken ornaments
Your January free for better things
What to Expect
Step 1: Careful Removal
I start with outdoor items (weather permitting), then work through each room removing decorations without damaging walls or leaving marks.
Step 2: Proper Packing
Everything wrapped, coiled, or boxed appropriately. Delicate items protected. Similar items grouped together. Makes next year so much easier.
Step 3: Storage
Boxes labelled clearly and stored wherever you want - loft, garage, under stairs. Heavy stuff at the bottom, delicate stuff accessible.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing it yourself? Here's how to avoid the usual January disaster:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Storage boxes or bags
- Tissue paper or bubble wrap
- Cable ties or twist ties
- Marker pen for labelling
- Step ladder
- Bin bags for actual rubbish
📦 Proper storage method
- Separate by type - baubles in one box, garlands another, wreaths flat
- Wrap delicate items - tissue paper between baubles
- Coil garlands - use cable ties to stop tangling
- Label everything - "Red baubles", "Front door wreath"
- Store somewhere dry - damp kills decorations
🎀 Removing without damage
- Peel Command strips slowly downward (not pull away)
- Keep over-door hooks for next year
- Remove any Blu-tack residue with white spirits
- Check for pine needles everywhere
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Rushing and breaking half your baubles
- Not labelling boxes (chaos next December)
- Storing in the damp garage (mould)
- Mixing Christmas with other decorations (can't find anything)
💡 Pro trick: Take a photo of how your tree looked before you dismantle it. Next year you'll remember exactly how you liked the colour scheme 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
🎄 Tree going too? I can help dispose of your real tree - take it to recycling or cut it up for your garden waste bin. Just add it to the booking.
Loft access needed? If you want decorations stored in the loft, I'll need access. Older Exeter houses sometimes have awkward loft hatches - we'll work it out.
Discovered broken items? I'll separate broken decorations for you to decide whether to bin or repair. Better to know now than find out next Christmas Eve.
Frequently Asked Questions
When's the best time to take decorations down?
Traditionally Twelfth Night (January 5th/6th), but honestly whenever you want. Some people do it New Year's Day, others wait until mid-January. I'm busiest early January so book ahead if you want a specific date.
Will you pack everything away carefully?
Yes - that's the whole point. Baubles wrapped, garlands coiled properly, wreaths stored flat, everything labelled. It's the difference between decorations lasting ten years versus finding half of them broken next Christmas.
What if I can't find the original boxes?
I can bring storage boxes or bags and pack everything securely. Proper storage is worth it - saves you money replacing broken decorations every year.
Can you just do outdoor or just indoor?
Absolutely - whatever you need. Just outdoor wreaths and displays? Fine. Just indoor garlands and tree? Also fine. Quote adjusts based on what actually needs removing.
How long does a typical house take?
Average house with wreaths, garlands, mantelpiece displays, and outdoor bits - usually 2-3 hours. Big houses with multiple decorated rooms can take 3-4 hours. Much faster than it went up because there's no styling involved.
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