Reindeer display setup in Exeter
Professional reindeer display setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas reindeer displays positioned and secured in your garden. I handle the assembly, positioning for maximum impact, secure fixing, and cable management - you just enjoy the festive scene.
Garden Magic Without the Faff
Those light-up reindeer look brilliant when they're positioned properly - and a bit crap when they're wonky, blown over, or tangled in cables.
I'll unpack, assemble, position them where they actually look good, secure them against Devon's winter wind, and hide all the wiring. Proper festive garden display, done in an hour or so.
💡 Pro tip: Position reindeer where you'll see them from your main windows - not just where they're visible from the street. You'll enjoy them way more.
Professional vs DIY Setup
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Secured against wind and rain | Blown over after first storm |
| Cables hidden and weatherproofed | Orange extension leads everywhere |
| Positioned for visual impact | Dumped randomly on the lawn |
| Assembly done properly | Wonky antlers and loose frames |
What You Get
🦌 The Full Christmas Setup
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assembly | Frames built, lights tested, everything working |
| Positioning | Placed for best view from house and street |
| Securing | Staked or weighted against wind |
| Wiring | Extension cables hidden and weatherproofed |
📦 You're Left With
- Professional-looking Christmas display
- Everything secure and weatherproof
- No visible wiring mess
- Ready to plug in and light up
Pricing Guide
| Display Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single reindeer | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| 2-3 reindeer | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Full family scene | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Complex setups or difficult terrain adds time.
Perfect For...
✅ Busy December - no time to faff with assembly and setup
✅ Older properties - uneven lawns and awkward garden layouts
✅ Proper finish - want it to look professionally done
✅ Keep the magic - let someone else do the work while you enjoy Christmas
Why Choose Us for Reindeer display setup in Exeter?
Positioned for best visual impact
Secured against wind and weather
Wiring hidden and weatherproofed
Extension cables routed safely
What to Expect
Step 1: Unpack & Assemble
I open the packaging, assemble the frames, check all the lights work, and sort the cables.
Step 2: Position & Secure
Find the best spot in your garden, stake them firmly or add weights, arrange for visual impact.
Step 3: Wire & Test
Route extension cables discreetly, weatherproof connections, test everything lights up. Done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy doing it yourself? Here's how to get a professional result:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Cable ties (loads of them)
- Tent pegs or ground stakes
- Outdoor extension leads (black, not orange)
- Weatherproof junction boxes
- Spirit level (for positioning)
🦌 Assembly tips
- Lay out all pieces before starting - instructions are often useless
- Check lights work BEFORE assembly
- Cable tie every connection point - they work loose otherwise
- Don't overtighten frame connectors - they'll crack
⚡ Wiring safely
- Only use outdoor-rated extension cables
- Keep connections off wet ground (use waterproof boxes)
- Route cables where they won't be tripped over
- Black cable is way less obvious than orange
💨 Securing against wind
- Tent pegs through base loops
- Bricks or weights inside hollow bases
- Stake behind front legs (most stable)
- Check after first windy night and retighten
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not testing lights before assembly (nightmare to fix after)
- Using indoor extension leads (they'll fail in rain)
- Securing just one point (they twist and fall)
- Putting them where YOU don't see them
🎨 Pro trick: Create a scene rather than a lineup - have reindeer at slightly different distances and angles, maybe one "grazing" lower than the others. Looks way more natural than a rigid row.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎄 Doing a full Christmas display? If you're having lights installed on the house as well, I can do the reindeer at the same time - saves you booking two separate visits.
Taking down in January? Book ahead for early January takedown and packing. Most people wait until it's freezing and raining, then can't face it.
Dodgy Devon weather? I'll make sure everything's secured properly for our winter storms. Light-up reindeer aren't cheap - worth doing it right so they survive the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the reindeer setup service include?
I unpack your reindeer, assemble them if needed, position them in your garden where they look best, secure them against wind, hide the wiring, and make sure everything lights up properly. You just plug in and enjoy.
Do I need to buy the reindeer first?
Yes - grab yours from a garden centre or online and I'll do the installation. Most come flat-packed these days, so there's usually some assembly before they even go outside.
Can you set them up on sloped or uneven ground?
Absolutely - most Exeter gardens aren't perfectly flat. I'll stake them securely or weigh down the bases so they don't tip over in the first decent wind we get.
How do you hide the cables?
I route them along fence lines, under edges of paths, or behind plants - wherever they're least visible. Everything's done with outdoor-rated cable and proper weatherproof connections.
Will you take them down after Christmas?
That's a separate job, but yes - people often book me to dismantle and pack away Christmas displays in early January. Much easier than doing it yourself in the cold and rain.
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