Christmas inflatable setup in Exeter
Professional christmas inflatable setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
45-75 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas inflatables set up properly in your garden - positioned, secured against wind, powered safely, and looking ace. The kids will love it.
Go Big or Go Home
You've bought a giant inflatable snowman (or Santa, or reindeer, or all three). It's massive. It's going to look brilliant in the front garden. But now you've actually got to get it set up, stake it down, run power to it, and make sure it doesn't end up in the neighbour's hedge when the wind picks up.
Or... you could have someone else spend 45 minutes doing it properly while you stay warm inside.
💡 Pro tip: Properly secured inflatables survive Devon winter weather. Badly secured ones deflate, blow over, or visit neighbouring gardens. Worth doing right.
What Makes This Service Useful
| The Challenge | DIY Reality | Professional Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Positioning | Wonky, blocking path | Level, sensible placement |
| Guy ropes | Too slack or missing | Proper tension, right angles |
| Ground stakes | Not deep enough | Hammered in properly, won't pull out |
| Power supply | Extension trail across lawn | Routed safely, weatherproof connections |
Professional vs Hopeful DIY
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ DIY Struggles |
|---|---|
| Inflatable secure against wind | Deflated and dragging across lawn next morning |
| Power cable safe and weatherproof | Extension lead in a puddle (fire hazard) |
| Positioned for maximum impact | Blocking the front door or pathway |
| Guy ropes adjusted correctly | Too tight (pulls stakes out) or too slack (useless) |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Inflatable placed for best effect, away from obstacles |
| Secure | Stakes hammered in properly, guy ropes at correct tension |
| Power | Safe power supply run, weatherproof connections checked |
📦 You're Left With
- Inflatable fully inflated and looking great
- Secured against typical Devon weather
- Power running safely
- Instructions for switching on/off and storm prep
Pricing Guide
| Inflatable Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single inflatable | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Two inflatables | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Multiple or complex display | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Time includes positioning, securing, and safe power setup.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Want the wow factor - inflatables make a statement
✅ Windy location - needs proper securing or it'll blow away
✅ No outdoor socket - need safe power routing
✅ Multiple inflatables - fiddly to position and power
Why Choose Us for Christmas inflatable setup in Exeter?
Inflatable positioned and secured properly
Power supply run safely to outdoor socket
Guy ropes and stakes preventing wind damage
No wrestling with giant Father Christmas yourself
What to Expect
Step 1: Position & Plan
I'll work out the best spot for your inflatable(s) - visible from road, not blocking paths, power reachable.
Step 2: Secure to Ground
Stakes hammered in properly at the right angles. Guy ropes attached with correct tension - enough to hold but not pulling stakes out.
Step 3: Power Up
Extension or outdoor socket connected safely with weatherproof protection. Test everything inflates properly and looks level.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy doing it yourself? Here's how to avoid the usual disasters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Rubber mallet (for stakes)
- Extension cable (outdoor rated)
- Weatherproof socket cover
- Spirit level (optional but helpful)
- Someone to help position large inflatables
⛺ Securing properly
- Lay inflatable flat where you want it
- Plug in and let it inflate
- Position while it's inflating (easier to move)
- Hammer stakes at 45° angle, away from inflatable
- Attach guy ropes with proper tension
- Check it's upright and level
🔌 Safe power supply
- Use outdoor-rated extension cable only
- Keep connections raised (not sitting in puddles)
- Use RCD protection if possible
- Secure cable so it won't trip people
- Don't daisy-chain multiple extensions
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Stakes not deep enough (pulls out in wind)
- Guy ropes too tight (pulls stakes out) or too slack (useless)
- Indoor extension cable used outdoors (dangerous)
- Inflatable on sloped ground (looks wonky)
💡 Pro trick: Hammer stakes at 45° angled away from the inflatable, not straight down. Gives much better holding power and won't pull out when guy ropes are under tension.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌬️ Storm forecast? Really high winds can damage even well-secured inflatables. I'll show you how to safely deflate and bring them in if needed. Better to protect your investment than find it in pieces.
Timer wanted? I can set up a timer so your inflatable switches on at dusk and off at bedtime automatically. Saves electricity and wear on the fan. Just mention it when booking.
Takedown service? I can come back in January and take everything down, pack it properly for storage. Much easier than fighting with a wet, muddy inflatable in the cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you secure inflatables so they don't blow away?
Guy ropes and proper ground stakes, positioned at the right angles. Devon gets windy - I stake them properly so your Santa isn't visiting next door's garden by morning. Also check the power cable is secured so it doesn't pull out in wind.
Do I need an outdoor socket?
Ideally yes - inflatables need constant power. If you haven't got an outdoor socket, I can run an extension through a window with a proper weatherproof connection point, but an outdoor socket is much better.
Can you set up multiple inflatables?
Yes - just be aware each one needs power, so you need enough sockets or a safe way to run multiple extensions. I'll work out the best arrangement and make sure nothing's overloaded or creating a trip hazard.
What if it gets windy after you've set it up?
Properly staked inflatables cope with normal Devon weather fine. Really high winds (proper storms), you might want to deflate and bring them in. I'll show you how to do that safely when I set it up.
How long does one inflatable take?
Single inflatable - usually 45 mins to an hour. That's positioning, staking, powering up, and adjusting. Multiple inflatables take a bit longer as each needs its own securing.
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