Christmas light removal in Exeter
Professional christmas light removal services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£160
Typical Duration
1.5-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas lights removed safely from roof, gutters, trees, and features. Tested, packed properly, and stored ready for next year without tangled chaos.
Take the Ladder Work Out of January
Christmas is over. The lights have done their job. Now they need coming down before they look tatty - but nobody wants to spend a January weekend up a ladder in the cold, untangling wet lights from gutters.
Especially when it's the same ladder work that put you off installing them yourself in the first place.
💡 Pro tip: Lights tested and stored properly last for years. Lights shoved in bin bags come out half-broken with tangled wires and mystery faults next Christmas.
What Gets Removed & Stored
| Location | Removal Process | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Roof/gutters | Unclipped safely, tested as removed | Wrapped and labelled by location |
| Trees | Unwrapped carefully, branches protected | Coiled with cable ties |
| Features | Removed from windows, doors, posts | Separated by type/colour |
| Power routing | Extensions removed, timers disconnected | Stored with relevant light set |
Professional vs DIY Removal
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ DIY January Chaos |
|---|---|
| Each string tested before storing | Shoved away, half are broken next year |
| Wrapped neatly, labelled by location | Massive tangled ball of wire |
| Clips removed or left tidy | Left rusty, broken, or forgotten about |
| Job done in couple hours | Ruins your whole weekend |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Remove | All outdoor lights taken down safely from roof, trees, features |
| Test | Each string tested, working/broken lights separated |
| Pack | Wrapped properly, labelled, stored in boxes ready for next year |
📦 You're Left With
- All lights down and property looking normal
- Tested and working lights stored properly
- Broken lights identified for replacement
- Clips removed or left for next year
Pricing Guide
| Light Removal | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (roof edge or simple display) | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Average (roof, trees, features) | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Extensive (full complex display) | 3 hrs | £160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Usually faster than installation was.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Sensible about ladder work - January roofs are slippery
✅ Want lights to last - proper storage makes a difference
✅ Can't face the faff - testing, untangling, storing all takes time
✅ Had professional installation - I know where everything is
Why Choose Us for Christmas light removal in Exeter?
All outdoor lights removed safely - no ladder risk
Lights tested before packing for storage
Proper storage prevents tangled mess next year
Clips removed or left for next year, your choice
What to Expect
Step 1: Safe Removal
Working from roof down to ground level, all lights unclipped carefully. Weather-dependent - won't work on icy roofs or in high winds.
Step 2: Test Each String
Lights tested as they come down. Working lights separated from broken ones. You'll know exactly what's good for next year.
Step 3: Proper Storage
Each string wrapped or coiled neatly, secured with cable ties, labelled by location. Stored in boxes or bags you provide, or I can bring basic storage containers.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing it yourself? Here's how to avoid the usual January nightmare:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Proper ladder (footed by someone else)
- Cable ties or twist ties
- Storage boxes or bags
- Marker pen for labelling
- Bin bags for broken lights
- Someone to help
📦 Proper storage method
- Test each string as you remove it
- Wrap around cardboard or hand-coil neatly
- Secure with cable ties (stops tangling)
- Label: "Front roof", "Big tree", "Window boxes"
- Store somewhere dry - garages can be damp
🎄 Removing from trees safely
- Work from top down (opposite of installation)
- Don't yank - branches can snap
- Keep tension on wire as you unwrap
- Check for broken bulbs as you go
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Removing on icy/wet ladder (dangerous)
- Not testing before storing (mystery faults next year)
- Everything in one tangled bag (nightmare next Christmas)
- Leaving clips to rust on gutters (they'll be useless next year)
💡 Pro trick: Take a photo of your display before removing lights. Next year you'll remember exactly what went where and won't waste time working it out again.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
❄️ Weather dependent: January in Devon can be wet, icy, and windy. I won't work on roofs in dangerous conditions. We'll reschedule for a safe day if needed.
Clips staying or going? If I installed your lights, I probably used all-in-one gutter clips. These can stay in place for next year (faster installation, lower cost). Your choice.
Need storage containers? I can bring basic boxes or bags if you haven't got enough. Proper storage boxes from DIY shops are worth it if you've got expensive lights - they last better than bin bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I get Christmas lights taken down?
Whenever you want! Traditionally Twelfth Night (January 5th/6th), but 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. Weather dependent though - won't go on roofs in ice or high winds.
Will you test the lights before storing them?
Yes - that's part of the service. I test each string as it comes down. Broken lights get separated so you know what needs replacing next year, not finding out Christmas Eve when everything's shut.
What happens to the clips and fixings?
Your choice - I can remove them all for a completely clean finish, or leave them in place for next year (makes installation faster and cheaper). Gutter clips left in place generally survive the year fine if they're decent quality.
Do you pack lights properly or just chuck them in a bag?
Proper storage - each string wrapped or coiled, secured with cable ties, stored in boxes or bags by location. Makes next year so much easier. It's the difference between ten minutes untangling or ten seconds plugging in.
How long does removal take compared to installation?
Usually a bit quicker - no fiddly positioning or styling, just remove and pack. Average house that took 3 hours to install usually takes 2-2.5 hours to remove properly. Depends on how much testing and sorting is needed.
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