Marquee peg assistance in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional marquee peg assistance help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable special occasions services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Newton Abbot
Marquee pegging and securing help - when standard pegs won't work on concrete, paving, or rock-hard ground. I'll make sure your wedding or event marquee is properly anchored and safe, whatever the surface.
### When Pegs Just Won't Go In
The wedding's on Saturday and the hired marquee arrives tomorrow, but it's **going up on your concrete drive**. The hire company said "customer to provide anchoring." Now what?
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Check ground conditions before booking the marquee - if it's concrete or paving, tell the hire company immediately so they bring appropriate weights/ballast.
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### Why Proper Anchoring Matters
Here's the thing: **Devon weather doesn't care** about your event. An unsecured marquee in wind is genuinely dangerous.
| ✅ Properly Secured | ❌ Badly Anchored | |--------------------|-------------------| | Safe in typical Devon wind | Moves, lifts, potentially dangerous | | Guy ropes tensioned correctly | Loose ropes, unstable structure | | Heavy-duty weights on hard surfaces | Pegs pulled out or won't go in | | Peace of mind during event | Constant worry watching the weather |
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### Solutions For Different Surfaces
**🔧 What I Can Do**
| Surface Type | Anchoring Method | |--------------|------------------| | **Concrete/paving** | Heavy weights, water ballast, or concrete anchor points | | **Rock-hard clay** | Heavy-duty pegging equipment, pre-drill if needed | | **Mixed surface** | Combination approach - pegs where possible, weights where not | | **Uneven ground** | Level assessment, guy rope adjustment, proper tensioning |
**📦 Equipment I Provide** - Heavy-duty marquee weights (25kg+ each) - Water ballast containers - Professional pegging equipment for hard ground - Extra guy ropes and tensioners - Concrete anchoring points (drilling if permitted)
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### Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------|----------------|------------| | Standard pegging (hard ground help) | 1 hr | **£60** | | Weight provision + setup (concrete) | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Full secure + tension (large marquee) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Weight hire/purchase separate if needed - I can source or you can rent from hire company.*
**Add-on services:** - Event day check and re-tension - Emergency callout if issues during event - Takedown assistance - Guy rope replacement
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### Perfect If You're...
✅ **Marquee on concrete** - standard pegs useless, need proper weights
✅ **Hard ground** - can't get pegs in, need equipment and experience
✅ **Large marquee** - serious anchoring needed, not DIY territory
✅ **Devon weather** - want it done properly so you don't worry all day
Why Choose Us for Marquee peg assistance in Newton Abbot?
Marquee secured safely and properly
Solutions for concrete and hard ground
Event goes ahead without worry
Experienced with hire company equipment
What to Expect
### Step 1: Site Assessment I check the surface, marquee size requirements, and weather forecast. Determine best anchoring method and what equipment is needed. ### Step 2: Secure & Anchor Weights positioned, pegs driven (where possible), guy ropes properly tensioned. Everything checked for stability and safety. ### Step 3: Final Check Walk around the marquee checking all anchor points, tension, and stability. Adjustments made before event starts.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> ⚠️ **Devon wind:** We're exposed here. What feels like a nice breeze at ground level can be properly strong at marquee height. Always err on the side of over-securing rather than under. **Working with hire companies:** Most are helpful about anchoring requirements - ask them what's needed for your surface type before the delivery day. **Event insurance:** Some policies require professional installation or certification that marquee is properly secured. Check your policy before DIY approach. **Exeter area experience:** I know local conditions - the clay soil, the wind exposure, the summer baking and winter freezing. That local knowledge prevents problems.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marquee peg assistance in Newton Abbot
What if the marquee is going on concrete or paving?
That's the common problem - standard pegs are useless on hard surfaces. I can provide and install heavy-duty weights, water ballast, or concrete anchor points depending on the marquee size and your surface. The hire company usually specifies what weight is needed - I make sure it's done safely and securely.
Can you help with ground that's too hard for pegs?
Yes - Devon's clay soil bakes rock-hard in summer. I have heavy-duty tools for driving pegs into hard ground, or we can use alternative anchoring methods if the ground is genuinely too hard. I'll assess on site and use whatever method works best.
Do you work alongside marquee hire companies?
Absolutely - I often get called when the hire company's crew can't get pegs in, or when they've specified that the customer needs to provide anchoring for hard surfaces. I'm used to working with their equipment and requirements. Just tell me which company and I can liaise with them if needed.
What about really windy weather - will it be secure?
That's exactly why proper anchoring matters. A badly-secured marquee in Devon wind is dangerous. I make sure guy ropes are tensioned correctly, anchoring is adequate for the marquee size, and everything's checked before your event. If weather forecast is extreme, I can add extra securing.
Can you help on the actual event day if there are problems?
Yes - sometimes wind picks up or a peg works loose. I can come out on the day for last-minute securing, re-tensioning guy ropes, or fixing issues. Better to call me than have guests worrying about the marquee taking off!
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