Rabbit Proof Fencing in Exmouth
Looking for professional rabbit proof fencing help in Exmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable fencing services across Exmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£50-£70/m
Typical Duration
Per metre
Location
Exmouth
Rabbit-proof fencing to protect gardens and vegetable plots. Fine mesh buried underground, properly tensioned to keep rabbits out.
### Gardens Without Rabbits
Devon's full of rabbits, and they'll demolish a vegetable patch overnight if they get in. **Standard fencing won't stop them** - they dig under, squeeze through, or chew through weak points. Proper rabbit-proof fencing needs fine mesh, buried wire, and no gaps they can exploit.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** The buried section matters more than the above-ground height. Rabbits always dig first before trying to jump. Get the underground bit right and you'll actually keep them out.
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### Done Right vs Done Wrong
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Wire buried 150mm+, turned outward | Just tacked on at ground level | | 25mm mesh or smaller | 50mm chicken wire (rabbits get through) | | Properly tensioned, no sagging | Loose sections they push under | | Secured at ground level | Gaps at soil surface |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Assessment** | Check the perimeter and identify weak points | | **Trench Digging** | Dig 150mm trench along fence line for buried wire | | **Wire Installation** | Fix rabbit netting, bury turned edge, tension properly | | **Securing** | Fasten to existing posts or new supports, backfill trench |
**📦 You're Left With**
- Rabbit-proof barrier around your garden - Wire buried to prevent digging under - Mesh fine enough to exclude small rabbits - Professional finish that lasts years
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### Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------|----------------|------------| | Short run (5m) | 2 hrs | **£110** | | Medium run (10m) | 3 hrs | **£160** | | Long run (20m) | Full day | **Quote** |
*£60 first hour + £50/hr after. Typically works out £50-£70/m depending on ground conditions.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Vegetable garden** - Protecting crops from being eaten overnight
✅ **Flower beds** - Stopping rabbits decimating expensive plants
✅ **Rural property** - High rabbit population causing damage
✅ **Existing fence upgrade** - Adding protection to current fencing
Why Choose Us for Rabbit Proof Fencing in Exmouth?
Rabbits kept out of garden
Wire buried to prevent digging
Fine mesh they can't squeeze through
Protects vegetables and flowers
What to Expect
### Step 1: Site Check I'll walk the perimeter to assess what's needed, check for existing weak points, and confirm the best approach. ### Step 2: Installation Dig the trench, install the rabbit netting with buried edge, and secure it properly. If you've got existing fencing, I'll attach to that. If not, I'll set posts as needed. ### Step 3: Testing Check the entire run for gaps, make sure the buried section is deep enough, and backfill the trench properly.
Our Exmouth Service Coverage
We cover Exmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Exmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🔧 **Ground conditions:** Rocky soil takes longer to trench. Clay holds the wire better than sandy soil. I'll adapt the approach based on what I find. **Combine with:** - Fence panel replacement (if existing fence needs repair) - Stock fencing (for larger exclusion areas) - New fence installation (adding rabbit proofing to new fencing) **Related services:** - Stock fencing - New fence installation - Fence post repair
Frequently Asked Questions about Rabbit Proof Fencing in Exmouth
How do you stop rabbits digging under the fence?
The wire needs to go underground - I bury at least 150mm, turned outward at 90 degrees. Rabbits dig down and hit the wire before they get under. It's the only way that actually works long-term.
What mesh size keeps rabbits out?
25mm or smaller. Standard chicken wire (50mm) won't cut it - young rabbits squeeze through. I use proper rabbit netting that's sized to exclude even the small ones.
Can you add rabbit proofing to existing fences?
Usually yes. I can attach rabbit netting to the bottom of existing fencing and bury it properly. Depends on the condition of what's already there, but it's often cheaper than replacing the whole fence.
Does it work for other pests too?
Keeps most small animals out - rabbits are the main issue round here, but it'll also stop hares and reduce badger access. Won't stop determined foxes though - they'll climb or dig deeper if they really want in.
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