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D & J Farley Construction
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Serving Red Cloud, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Specialize in remodeling and additions. Bathrooms, kitchens, family rooms, drywall, decks, tile and floors. It can be as simple as replacing a door to a complete addition on your existing home office or cabin. Retired military, believe in quality over quantity 'it's your dream I am building'. I have been building and remodeling since 2002 after retiring from the military

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Red Cloud, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The electrician Alsup Electric was excellent. Responsive,timely and did what a fine job in fixing the problem I rated B more because of AHS service that was slow and complicated"
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Playground Equipment questions, answered by experts

Material markup costs and labor expenses are the additional primary costs of hiring a playground installer over building your own set. Labor costs are typically less costly than some more specialized home improvement projects. DIY swing set construction is less expensive than professional installation but will take considerably more time and effort to perform.

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. Rubber mulch is slightly more expensive than other common options at $120 per cubic yard on average, whereas pine bark mulch is $30 per cubic yard. 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.

Costs depend on equipment size, site preparation, and additional features like soft ground covering.

The average cost to install a playground is around $500, with most homeowners spending between $150 and $1,200 on installation labor. The total project cost can range from $500 to $2,500. These prices typically do not include the playground equipment itself, which can cost an additional $100 to $1,500.

Several factors influence the final installation cost:

  • Playset Details: The type, size, material, design complexity, and number of accessories.

  • Site Preparation: Costs may increase if the land needs to be leveled.

  • Yard Accessibility: Difficult access for installers can raise labor costs.

  • Customization: Custom-built playgrounds are more expensive to install than premade kits.

  • Permits: Local permitting fees may apply.

Additionally, remember to budget for playground surfacing, which can cost $15 to $160 per cubic yard, or up to $225 per cubic yard for poured rubber.

In most cases, your professional playground installer will put down a playground surface before assembling the fun-filled system. However, you should ask your installer about this service before booking an installment date. Most playground equipment installation companies offer service add-ons like leveling the area, laying down a surface, building a border to keep the surface material contained, and setting up the swing set.

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