Storm preparation in Exeter
Professional storm preparation 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
Garden furniture secured, gutters cleared, loose items stored safely. Quick turnaround when bad weather is forecast to protect your property from storm damage.
Don't Wait for the Weather Warning
Devon weather can turn fast. One minute it's fine, next thing you know there's an amber warning and your garden furniture's doing laps of the street.
💡 Pro tip: Book storm prep as soon as you see strong winds forecast. Last-minute callouts during actual warnings are tough to schedule.
Why Bother With Storm Prep?
Because £85 now beats £500+ in storm damage later.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Left Undone |
|---|---|
| Furniture secured or stored away | Trampolines in next door's conservatory |
| Gutters flowing freely | Overflow pouring onto walls |
| Bins weighted and sheltered | Bins across the street, contents everywhere |
| Loose items identified and stored | Plant pots through windows |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Check
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Survey | Walk the garden, spot hazards |
| Secure | Furniture stored/secured, bins weighted, pots moved |
| Clear | Gutters and drains checked and cleared |
| Report | Anything else you should know about |
📦 You're Left With
- Garden battened down and storm-ready
- Nothing loose that could cause damage
- Gutters flowing so water goes where it should
- Peace of mind when the wind picks up
Pricing Guide
| What's Needed | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small garden (patio + basics) | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Average property (garden + gutters) | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Larger property (extensive garden) | 3 hrs | £160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. More if you've got a lot of loose stuff or extensive gutters.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ Weather warning issued - get ahead of the storm
✅ Away during bad weather - secure before you leave
✅ Older property - protect vulnerable features
✅ Exposed location - hilltop or coastal properties get it worse
Why Choose Us for Storm preparation in Exeter?
Garden furniture properly secured or stored
Gutters and drains cleared of blockages
Loose items identified and made safe
Quick turnaround when weather warnings issued
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Survey
I walk your garden and property, spotting anything that could blow about or cause problems when the wind picks up.
Step 2: Secure Everything
Furniture gets stored in your shed/garage or secured outside. Bins weighted and sheltered. Loose items moved. Plant pots brought in or laid flat.
Step 3: Clear Water Routes
Quick gutter check and clear - especially important before heavy rain. Make sure drains aren't blocked so water can get away.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to storm-proof yourself? Here's the priority list:
🔧 Essential jobs (do these first)
- Store or secure garden furniture (especially trampolines - they're lethal in high winds)
- Weight your bins or bring them in completely
- Clear gutter outlets and downpipes
- Move anything loose away from windows
- Lay hanging baskets on the ground
📐 Securing furniture
- Best option: store in shed/garage
- Good option: stack against a sheltered wall, strap together
- Last resort: lay flat and weight down with heavy stones
✂️ Quick gutter check
- Use a ladder to check gutter outlets aren't blocked
- Clear leaves from over the downpipe
- Pour a bucket of water in - it should flow freely
- If it overflows, you've got a blockage somewhere
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Leaving trampolines up (they WILL take off)
- Thinking heavy furniture won't move (it will)
- Ignoring gutters until they overflow
- Waiting for the actual storm before sorting it
💡 Pro trick: If you can't store or secure something heavy like a shed, open the door - counterintuitively, this reduces wind pressure and stops it lifting. But only if there's nothing valuable inside that could get wet!
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌧️ Multiple properties? Landlords - I can do several properties in one go. Book a block of time and we'll storm-proof the lot before bad weather arrives.
Best time to book? As soon as you see a poor forecast. Don't wait for amber warnings - everyone calls then.
Live near the coast or on a hill? You're more exposed to Devon's weather. Worth having my number saved for when those Atlantic systems roll in.
Old house with elderly gutters? Storm prep often flags issues before they become emergencies. Better to know now than discover it during a downpour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does storm preparation actually include?
I secure or store garden furniture, check and clear gutters, move anything loose that could blow about (bins, plant pots, tools), check fence panels are firm, and make sure drains are clear. Basically anything that could cause damage or become a hazard in high winds.
How quickly can you come if there's a weather warning?
Usually same day or next day if I get advance notice. Storm prep is quick work - I can often fit it in between other jobs. Best to call as soon as you see the weather forecast looking rough rather than waiting for the amber warning.
Do I need to provide anywhere to store things?
If you've got a shed or garage, I'll use that. If not, I can stack furniture in a sheltered spot and weigh it down, or move it tight against the house wall. We work with whatever space you've got.
What about older properties with dodgy gutters?
That's actually when storm prep matters most. I'll clear what I can safely reach and let you know if anything needs urgent attention before the weather hits. Devon storms are no joke when gutters overflow onto old walls.
Can you check inside for things like loose roof tiles?
I can do a quick visual check from ground level and let you know if I spot anything obvious. For proper roof inspections you'd need a roofer with scaffolding, but I'll flag anything that looks dodgy.
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