Excellent marquee hire assistance
When people come to DIY Marquees for the first time, with the goal of starting up their own marquee hire business, we are always thrilled to provide advice based on our own experiences of being in the marquee business. Those who are just starting out are often in a position where they have recently decided to go out on their own, leaving an employment situation to go it alone and we love this as it gives us an opportunity to be able to support you in your ventures with marquee hire advice.
One of the things that we believe that has made DIY Marquees so successful in the past is that we are fully invested in your successes and your business so this is why we are happy to provide any advice that you need. What makes is uniquely qualified to give you advice? Simple. That is because we have been there, done that. When starting any new venture people often don’t know what they don’t know so we say, let us help you with what you don’t know! Our experience of the products and services can benefit your marquee hire business plus we have an abundance of products all of which we know intimately so you can reply on our knowledge, to see you through the start up phase until you become the expert of your own business.
As a trusted family business, we have built up a reputation for being reliable and offering value for money which we back up with what we believe is excellent service. Not only do we provide you with a large selection of marquee types and sizes, we offer a large variety of spares and replacement parts for unfortunate times when accidents happen and a spare part is needed. As much as our marquees are extremely durable, there are times when a spare is needed and often with a quick turnaround time. This is why we keep a large stock in case of emergencies.
We also provide a choice of accessories for your marquee which, while you may not need this in the beginning, you will find useful to have as time goes by and your hiring company starts to expand. Its best not to start out with too many options when you first start out but soon you will find exciting opportunities come your way and this is a great time to invest slowly but surely into expanding your marquee offerings.
Not only are we here to help you with the physical aspects of your marquee business but with providing you with insights into how to other aspects such as erecting, marquee lighting and warming, dismantling and also how to clean your marquee. These aspects of your business can be time consuming and you will learn as you go, but don’t be shy to reach out to us for assistance when it comes to anything that is new to you. We have many people phone through and ask for help or input and we are more than happy to do what we can to help you make your business work for you!
Marquees create a sense of style
Starting a marquee hire business is a fantastic entrepreneurial opportunity to become self employed and enjoy the freedom of being your own boss. Plus, it provides variety as no customer will come with the same requirements for their specific event. Marquees provide an alternative to your usual venues and create a sense of style all their own, bringing a special quality which standard venues cannot bring. For those looking for marquees for more of a business purpose, marquees provide the business owner with an affordable option which comes with a lot of flexibility. When starting a marquee hire business there are aspects to consider and DIY Marquees have both the experience plus a variety of options of marquee sizes, types and accessories to help you to choose the best marquees on the market.
DIY marquees stand out from the competitors for the way in which they assist marquee hire companies coupled with their extensive range of high-quality and durable marquees for sale which, if you are thinking of starting your marquee hire business, would provide you with excellent options for any occasion or event. DIY Marquee can advise on every facet of marquees from flooring, go lighting, décor, as well as how to add heating and electricity. Buyers can be assured they will receive the most honest and good quality advice to help them business their grow and succeed.
If, as a buyer, you are wondering “What size of marquee do I need?” then all you need do is reach out to DIY for assistance. The main thing to do is decide what size(s) of marquee you require. Once you have established this, then you can decide which range of marquee(s) would be most suitable for your business.
There are several considerations to be made, including size of the garden, or space. If space is limited or if the garden is an awkward size, consider using more than one marquee which can be connected to cover the full area. Multiple marquees require additional planning however DIY Marquees professionals can answer all your queries regarding the most effective and efficient methods of joining marquees. If you need help in picturing the layout of a marquee, use the interactive marquee planner where you can experiment with various layouts. The is also a size guide which can be found on the website which will assist buyers to find the right size marquees. Once the decision regarding sizes is made, it will be easier to decide on which type of marquees you are in the market for.
One extra aspect to consider when starting your marquee hire business, is how to electrify the area in the most effective way. This will enable you to support your clients when it comes time for them to set their marquees up for their business event or for parties where plug points are required for things such as heating, lighting, sound, catering and so on. DIY offers Marquee Electrical Courses which is a one-day workshop, specifically aimed at those working in the Marquee and Events industry. Candidates will be guided through best practises in installing electrical and lighting systems in short-term structures for events, including how to steer clear of some obvious, and some not so obvious, pitfalls.
Popular alternatives to your usual venue hire options
There is no doubt that hiring a marquee as an alternative to traditional venue hire, has become increasingly popular and serves as more than merely a place to for your guests to gather, offering a unique charm and ambiance which cannot be re-created in your usual brick and mortar venues. Any special occasion is made more memorable when you have a glamourous tent with all the trimmings to enhance the mood and make it an extra special event.
As industry renowned providers of marquees, we are often asked for Marquee hire advice, like best viable marquee sizes, what accessories or additions we have on offer, and about logistical issues such as how to heat a marquee, erect marquees and how to clean your marquee. Since marquees and their various components and uses are our lifeblood, we are always happy to assist our customers to find the perfect marquee for their various needs.
Good news is that whereas previously we only had supply of even length marquees (6x4m, 6x6m, 6x8m etc.) we have now extended our range and are able to supply “odd” length marquees in various sizes, which are listed on our website, thanks to our new 1m wide extension bays! While you are there, have a look at our stock of green marquees which offers a unique spin on the standard white marquee, while still offering the same quality as the best of range commercial grade marquees. Perfect for long-lasting sustained marquee hire.
DIY Marquees is invested in the longevity of their marquees for your use and so one of the most important tips that we can provide for marquee maintenance is ensuring that the marquee is kept as clean as possible and to avoid exposure to certain elements and substances. Cleaning of a marquee can take quite some time under normal circumstances, however if the marquee is exposed to certain situations, there is no choice but to put in the extra time to ensure that there is no long-term damage to the marquee. For example, if marquees are erected underneath trees, the fall-out from tree sap, or grim and dirt falling off the leaves which can be difficult to clean off, especially if it rains and the dust from the leaves transfers onto the marquee. While some stains can be removed from a simple wipe down, things like diesel and petrol can permanently stain PVC which is why exposure to substances such as these should be avoided at all costs. Another big issue is mould which can establish itself in the PVC itself if the marquee is packed away while still wet, so ensure that your marquee is stashed once fully dried to avoid long term problems.
Note that you are more likely to dirty the marquee in the process of dismantling or erecting it, than when it is standing erected. If you take care during these processes, the chances are likely that you might only have to clean the marquee once of twice in a season, which is, why we use high quality PCV and treat the marquees with lacquer to proactively ensure your marquee remains as low maintenance as possible.