Why You Should Hire a Professional For Shrink Wrapping

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Shrink Wrapping NJ: Are you thinking about prepping your outdoor furniture and other items for shrink wrapping this fall? You may be asking yourself: should I do it myself or hire a professional? The answer is always “hire a professional,” due to the high heat and precision involved. These trained professionals know what they’re doing and will ensure a comprehensive, safe, and efficient job.

You can’t learn all there is to know about shrink wrapping by watching a YouTube video. Let’s compare DIY shrink wrap and professional shrink wrap in regards to cost and quality so you can make an informed decision.

Is it Worth Your Time?

DIY shrink wrap is a time-consuming job. You must shop for and buy all the items on the to-do list, then either pick them up with a truck or wait for them to arrive. Next, you have to factor in the time you spend watching video tutorials and reading online guides, learning where to put the supports and vents.

Then you have to dedicate a whole day or weekend to handle the actual project. If you make a wrong move, you may end up having to pay a professional to come and fix what you did anyway. Hiring someone to handle a job for you is basically exchanging your money for their time, so let the pros do it.

Is it Worth it to Buy All the Equipment?

Do you think you’ll save money by doing the shrink wrapping yourself? This is a common misconception. You may end up spending more on shrink wrap and related equipment than if you just hired someone to do it. Planning to wrap a boat? Prices start between $25 and $60 per foot for boats under 30 feet, so a 20-foot deck boat at $43 per foot would cost you about $860.

  • You’ll need to buy a propane-fired heat gun, which costs between $600 and $1200.
  • You’ll need to buy the shrink wrap itself, which runs a couple hundred dollars.
  • You’ll need to pick up some tape, adhesive spray, stick-on vents, film knife, desiccant bags, and strapping.

Let’s say you don’t even mind coughing up all that money to do it yourself; there’s always the issue of insurance. With professionals who are licensed and insured, you’re not liable for any accidents that happen in your yard. If you DIY the project and fall off a ladder or burn yourself with the gun, you’re on your own.

From failure to place supports high enough off the windshield that can lead to cracks and shatters to holding the heat gun too close to the shrink wrap, which can result in a spark and ignition, there are lots of things that can go wrong. Hiring a company with skilled workers and insurance will serve to reduce your liability.

As you can imagine, a DIY project is a time consuming and expensive proposition. Save your money and time, and let Clearview do it for you!

Contact Clearview Washing

 If you decide to go the professional route, get a free quote on our timely and affordable shrink wrapping services when you contact us at 732-462-1187.

Preparing to Shrink Wrap Outdoor Furniture

Shrink Wrapping Outdoor Furniture NJ: Prepping your outdoor furniture for shrink wrapping by experts is simple. Sure, you could buy the shrink wrap rolls from a moving supply, office supply or big box store and do it yourself, but in the end, it’s just easier and safer to let the pros handle this difficult and precise process. Shrink wrap, available in rolls or sheets, is designed to cover your outdoor furniture through the application of heat. This will form a precise fit for weather protection.

You may choose this option in the winter months when you don’t have extra storage areas for your large items such as patio furniture. You can shrink wrap your outdoor furniture separately or as a bundle. Check out these tips on prepping your stuff.

Clear a Spot

 Select a spot on your patio or in your yard, or anywhere else you have enough space. It’s best to give yourself at least 10 to 15 feet. Remove flower pots, garden supplies, outdoor rugs, or other obstacles that may get in your way.

  1. If wrapping your furniture individually, position the piece in the way you would normally use it. If you are moving, this is the best way to wrap your furniture. If you’re simply storing it for the winter, you can bundle them all together, as weight or bulk won’t matter.
  2. If wrapping them all in a bundle, stack your furniture together. When wrapping a table and chairs, place a blanket on the table. Then, stack the chairs, upside down, on top of the table. Wrapping chairs and no table? Stack them one on top of the other. Leave the patio umbrella in the table and lower it down as far as possible. Wrap it with bungee cords or rubber bands just in case it opens up.
  3. If you have small items you wish to include in the bundle, store them underneath the table or chairs. Tie the furniture together with zip ties or bungee cords. Connect all chairs by tying the armrests together and furniture legs together.

Now it’s time to shrink wrap! You can either purchase shrink wrap at the moving store, construction supply store or big box store, or you can purchase heated shrink wrap. We don’t recommend this as a DIY project, as it involves high heat and the potential for damage if you’re not careful.

Contact Clearview Washing

 Want to get your outdoor furniture shrink wrapped this fall? Contact the professionals at Clearview Washing. We offer shrink wrap services for patio furniture, as well as boats, fire pits, grills, lawn mowers, and much more. Rest assured, we come with all the equipment to make sure the job is done right. The material we use will protect your items against wind, rain, snow, UV rays and rust, guaranteeing a tight fit.