What is the best material to put under a playset?

• <div><p>Rubber mulch is widely considered the best material to place under a playset. This material option provides more cushioning than traditional wood mulch for added protection, remains cooler than sand and most other materials in direct sunlight, and it’s low maintenance. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-pros-and-cons-rubber-mulch.htm">Rubber mulch</a> is slightly more expensive than other common options at <b>$120 per cubic yard</b> on average, whereas pine bark mulch is <b>$30 per cubic yard.</b> But when it comes to your children’s safety, the investment is worthwhile. Consult your playground equipment installation company about material recommendations before starting this project.</p></div>

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Q: How much does it cost to install a playground?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/swing-set-cost.htm#">Playground installation costs</a> around <b>$500</b> on average, which doesn&rsquo;t include the cost of the playground itself. Most homeowners spend between <b>$150 and $1,200</b> on the labor to install a playground, plus between <b>$100 and $1,500 </b>on the playground equipment. The cost of professional installation depends on a few different factors:</p><ul><li><p>Type and size of the playground </p></li><li><p>Whether or not you need land leveling before installation</p></li><li><p>Accessibility of your yard</p></li><li><p>Whether you buy a premade playground or a custom one</p></li><li><p>Local permitting costs, if necessary</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit for a playground?

• <div><p>Whether or not you need a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-i-really-need-building-permit.htm">building permit</a> for a playground depends on where you live. Some municipalities will require a permit for the construction of any playground equipment while others will only mandate one if you use a concrete foundation for any portion of the equipment. You can check with your local building department or a professional playground installer to see if your project requires a permit. Some municipalities also require a fence if you have a playground, and fence construction will almost always require a building permit.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a playground myself?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s usually possible to install a playground yourself, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Playground construction can be complicated and involves moving large, heavy, and bulky components into place while you affix them to other pieces. Not only is the work physically demanding, but any mistakes could reduce the lifespan of your playground and potentially put any children who use the equipment at risk of injury. It&rsquo;s relatively inexpensive to hire a professional playground installer, and it&rsquo;s usually worth the investment, if only for the peace of mind it provides.</p></div>

Q: Is it more affordable to build a playground or buy one?

• <div><p>Whether building a playground or installing a pre-made one is more affordable depends on the materials of each. In most cases, it&rsquo;s more affordable to build a wooden playground than it is to buy one and have it professionally installed, but it might be less expensive to invest in a pre-made plastic playground, even if you pay a professional to install it. Wooden playgrounds tend to last longer, but as children age, they will become less valuable. Overall, it may be most affordable to have a pro install a pre-made plastic playground.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2013
Bob is awesome! He was very accommodating and flexible about changing our appointment date when the set took longer to ship than expected. He is super friendly and professional. He prepared ahead of time and was punctual. We had a lot of fun building the set with him and his assistant, he...
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Reviewed in March 2013
I called Swing Set Solutions about having a backyard polyvinyl play set installed. Dennis was very knowledgeable and explained the options I have with my budget. He recommended a new budget set called and quot;Tiger Towerand quot;. He came on time and showed me photos of past installs of the...
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Reviewed in April 2020
1/3 Rented from manny a few months ago and everything went smoothly. The website was easy to use. Manny kept up communication throughout the whole rental process. He texted when he was on his way to drop off and to pick up. When he dropped off the rentals he even wiped it down to make sure...
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Reviewed in November 2013
Bob and his crew were amazing. The swing set looks like new, and everything is secure.
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Reviewed in March 2009
Michael, the owner, and his son came to setup the play structure. He is the only licensed, bonded and insured vendor I could find in So. California with significant experience constructing wooden play structures. Michael and his son were polite, efficient (took about 6.5 hours) and well-worth...
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Reviewed in January 2010
It was fine. We hired him to install a swing set but my husband had him do everything else because he was so easy to get along with and he worked like a perfectionist and was so careful and highly skilled in his craftmanship.
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Reviewed in April 2010
We have had problems with our front door knob falling off. We paid a previous handyman to fix the problem, but it didn't take. In this case, Rico repaired the doorknob, but it only lasted for about three months. When I called Arnold from Swiss Handyman back, he had Rico come out and replace the...
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