Outdoor Assembly Cost Guide

Scope of Works

• Assemble flat‑pack or modular garden furniture (tables, rattan sets, loungers).

• Erect sheds or storage units incl. levelling, anchoring and roof felt.

• Build play equipment (swings, climbing frames, trampolines) to manufacturer specs.

• Secure to ground with stakes, bolts or concrete anchors where required.

• Apply preservative/treatment to timber edges and cut surfaces.

• Tidy site & remove packaging, leaving structures safe and level.
  

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

All figures are 2025 estimates and include 20 % VAT.

Time on Site

• Typical duration: ½ day (simple bistro set) to 2 days (12 × 8 ft shed + swing set).

• What extends it: soft ground needing levelling, concrete curing time, poor access through house, extra safety checks, missing parts or bad weather.
  

Questions to Ask Your Trade

1. Are you insured for public liability and working at height?

2. Do you provide a fixed quote after viewing the kit & ground conditions?

3. Will you prepare or level the base, or do I arrange that separately?

4. How do you anchor structures against wind uplift?

5. Can you remove packaging and old furniture, and at what cost?

6. What warranty do you offer on your workmanship?

7. Do you supply an assembly certificate for play equipment (useful for home insurance)?
   

How to Avoid Surprises

• Confirm parking or driveway space for van + flat area for assembly.

• Check if skip/skip‑bag permits are needed for waste.

• Measure gateway widths for large shed panels.

• Flag any buried cables/pipes before ground anchoring.

• Allow time for concrete bases to cure (typically 24 hrs+).

• Have electricity & water available for tools and clean‑up.

Prices and durations vary with location, kit quality and ground conditions—always request written, itemised quotes.