Summer party setup in Exeter
Professional summer party setup 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
Complete garden party setup - gazebo erected, tables and seating arranged, lights hung, everything positioned and ready. Turn up to a party-ready garden without the faff.
Party Tomorrow, Garden's a Mess?
You've planned a lovely garden party. Then you remember you've got to put up that bastard gazebo, arrange 20 chairs, hang lights, position everything...
Or you could have it all done for you and spend your time making actual food instead of swearing at tent poles.
💡 Pro tip: Book setup for the day before if possible. Means you're not rushing around while guests arrive, and we can adjust anything if needed.
Why Professional Setup Makes Sense
Because your time is worth more than struggling with gazebos and your party shouldn't start with you being knackered and sweaty.
| ✅ Professional Setup | ❌ DIY Chaos |
|---|---|
| Gazebo up securely in 30 mins | Two hours of swearing |
| Seating logically arranged | Random chairs everywhere |
| Lights hung safely and neatly | Tangled mess half-done |
| You're fresh and ready | You're exhausted before guests arrive |
What You Get
🔧 The Setup Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Quick chat about layout and what goes where |
| Erect | Gazebo/marquee up securely, weighted properly |
| Arrange | Tables, chairs, BBQ positioned |
| Finish | Lights/bunting hung, final touches |
📦 You're Left With
- Garden transformed and party-ready
- Gazebo up securely (even if it's breezy)
- Seating and tables arranged logically
- Decorations/lights hung safely
- You with time to actually enjoy your own party
Pricing Guide
| Party Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small gathering (gazebo + basics) | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Medium party (gazebo, tables, lights) | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Large event (multiple gazebos, extensive setup) | 3 hrs | £160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Takedown is usually quicker - around 1-1.5 hrs for average party.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Big party planned - want it done properly
✅ Limited time - too busy to faff about with setup
✅ Hired equipment - gazebos/furniture arrived but you're dreading assembly
✅ Want to enjoy your party - not start it exhausted
Why Choose Us for Summer party setup in Exeter?
Gazebo/marquee erected securely
Tables and seating arranged
Festoon lights or decorations hung
Quick setup before your event
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Plan
We discuss layout - where you want the gazebo, how tables should be arranged, where lights need hanging. Five minutes saves later rearranging.
Step 2: Main Setup
Gazebo up first and secured properly. Then tables, chairs, BBQ area - all positioned logically for flow and space.
Step 3: Finishing Touches
Lights or bunting hung, any decorations positioned, final check everything's secure. Garden's party-ready.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing your own party setup? Here's how to not hate yourself:
🔧 Before the day
- Practice putting the gazebo up a week before (seriously)
- Check you've got all the parts and weights
- Plan your layout on paper
- Charge any battery-powered lights
- Have cable ties and duct tape ready
📐 Gazebo assembly
- Lay it all out first - check nothing's missing
- Get help - gazebos are two-person minimum
- Extend frame first, then add the cover
- Weight every leg (not just the corners)
- Don't fully tighten until it's all up and square
✂️ Seating layout
- Work backwards from your numbers (people + 20% for milling)
- Leave clear paths - minimum 1m wide
- Position seating in small clusters, not long rows
- Keep some away from the BBQ smoke zone
- Shade matters - position gazebo thoughtfully
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Leaving setup till the morning of (always takes longer than you think)
- Under-weighting the gazebo (they WILL fly away)
- Tangled lights (test and untangle the day before)
- No plan (wandering around moving chairs three times)
- Doing it alone (gazebos need two people minimum)
💡 Pro trick: Weight gazebo legs with buckets half-filled with water. After the party, tip them out. Easier than lugging heavy weights around, and you can't forget to remove them before packing the gazebo.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎉 Setup AND takedown? Book both - you won't want to deal with it after the party. I'll come back next day and clear the lot while you nurse your hangover.
Hired equipment? Make sure delivery is scheduled before my setup time. Can't assemble a gazebo that hasn't arrived yet.
Decorating yourself? I'll do the structural stuff (gazebo, furniture, lights hanging), then you can add personal touches like tablecloths, flowers, etc.
Devon weather unpredictable? Always. I'll make sure everything's weighted and secured properly. Light rain won't stop setup, but high winds might need rescheduling for safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does summer party setup actually include?
Put up gazebo or marquee, arrange tables and chairs, hang lights or bunting, position BBQ or serving areas - whatever you need to transform the garden into party-ready space. Think of it as the heavy lifting and setup grunt work.
How far in advance should I book this?
Ideally a few days before your party, but I can often help same-day or next-day if you're in a panic. Earlier booking means I can schedule properly and not rush it.
Can you take it all down afterwards too?
Yes - we can do setup, or takedown, or both. Most people want setup the day before and takedown the day after. I'll quote for whatever you need.
What if the weather's awful on the day?
That's partly why you're paying me instead of wrestling a gazebo in the rain yourself! I'll get it up securely whatever the weather. If conditions are genuinely dangerous (high winds) we'll need to reschedule.
Do I need to provide the gazebo and furniture?
Yes - I work with what you've got or bought. If you need to hire gazebos or furniture, sort that separately and I'll come and set it all up for you.
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