Sometimes, the phone rings — and it’s not from down the road…
It’s from the Netherlands.
A customer there had purchased a full-size shuffleboard at an estate sale in Bristol, but needed someone to safely dismantle it, protect every piece, and arrange transport back home.
We stepped in as their handyman bristol team to deliver an international logistics solution: careful dismantling, industrial-grade wrapping, barrier-board protection, and coordination with a haulage company for next-day collection.
The result? A fragile, high-value item ready for safe cross-border transport — all handled with care, precision, and full communication.
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The Problem
The client said:
“I bought a shuffleboard online from Bristol, but I’m in the Netherlands. I needed someone I could trust to take it apart properly, protect the slate and wood, and get it onto a truck — all without being there in person.”
This is a rare but growing need: international buyers purchasing large items in the UK who require local, reliable, hands-on support.
Our Solution
We managed the entire project from start to finish:
Full Shuffleboard Dismantling
- Carefully removed the slate bed (3 sections), rails, pockets, and wooden frame
- Labeled every part for reassembly
- Ideal for odd jobs or property clearance support
Professional Packing & Wrapping
- Wrapped slate pieces in foam and cardboard to prevent cracking
- Covered wooden rails and frame in protective wrap
- Secured all items on a pallet with barrier boards and straps
- Perfect for international shipping prep
Haulage Coordination
- Contacted a trusted international haulage company
- Confirmed pickup time and documentation
- Loaded the goods securely into the trailer
- Provided the client with real-time updates
Clear Communication Across Time Zones
- Kept the client informed via WhatsApp with photos and videos at every stage
- No language barriers, no hidden steps — just transparent service
Looking for a handyman bristol who can handle unusual requests, international coordination, or careful dismantling? We don’t just do local jobs — we solve problems, no matter where you are.
What the Client Said
“Great service. Ordered from the Netherlands, worked well through distance, trustworthy, did what he promised. Many thanks!”
— Micky Verhaeg, Local Guide · 15 reviews · 5 photos
(Posted on Google Reviews — view here)
Our Response to the Review
Hi Micky,
Thanks so much for your kind words — really appreciate it!It’s not every day you get a call from the Netherlands about a Shuffleboard needing dismantling and shipping, so I’m glad we got it all sorted smoothly: taken apart, wrapped up safe, and loaded onto the truck heading your way tomorrow.
Thanks for trusting me from so far away — means a lot coming from someone who’s left 15 reviews!
All the best with the table when it arrives,
Cheers,
Hosein
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Need This Job Done?
If you’re an international buyer, expat, or collector needing help with dismantling, packing, or shipping large items from Bristol, we’re here to help. As a trusted local handyman near me service, we specialise in unusual, high-trust jobs — all under one roof.
We offer:
✅ Flexible hours – Evenings, weekends, and holidays available.
✅ 3-month guarantee – All jobs fully covered.
✅ One call, all trades – We handle furniture, antiques, sports equipment & more.
✅ Photo updates – See every step via WhatsApp, even from abroad.
✅ Haulage coordination – We work with trusted UK-EU carriers.
✅ Honest pricing – Clear, upfront quotes. No hidden costs. Ever.
✅ Clean & tidy – We leave the space as we found it.
