Garden hose away in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional garden hose away help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable garden help services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hr
Location
Newton Abbot
Garden hose properly drained and stored away for winter. Simple job that saves you hassle and expense when spring comes around again.
### The 10-Minute Job That Prevents Spring Headaches
You know you should put the hose away before winter hits properly. It's one of those nagging autumn tasks that **gets forgotten until it's too late**.
Then come March, you go to turn on the tap and... nothing. Or worse, water spraying everywhere because the tap's cracked from frost damage.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** In Newton Abbot we get enough hard frosts each winter to split hoses and crack taps. Proper drainage takes five minutes - replacement taps cost £100+.
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### What Actually Needs Doing
It's not just about coiling up the hose. Here's the proper process:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Often Forgotten | |--------------|-------------------| | Tap turned off at source | Just unscrewed from tap | | All water drained from hose | Water left inside | | Tap left open for drainage | Tap closed tight | | Hose coiled without kinks | Bundled up any old how |
**The problem?** Water expands when it freezes. Even a small amount left in the hose or tap can cause splits you won't notice until spring.
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### Pricing
| Scenario | Time Needed | You'll Pay | |----------|-------------|------------| | Single hose, accessible tap | 30 mins | **£60** | | Multiple hoses or reel system | 45 mins-1 hr | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Perfect job to combine with autumn garden tidy or gutter clearing.*
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### What Happens to Your Hose
**🔧 The Process**
1. **Disconnect** - remove from tap 2. **Drain** - walk the length, lifting and draining sections 3. **Coil** - neat circles with no kinks 4. **Store** - hung in shed/garage or on provided storage
**🏠 Your tap gets protected too:** - Turned off at the inside stopcock if accessible - Left open to allow drainage - Checked for any obvious wear or damage
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### Perfect for These Situations
✅ **Heading away for winter** - second homes and holiday lets
✅ **October/November prep** - beat the first hard frost
✅ **Can't bend/lift easily** - heavy wet hose is awkward
✅ **Mobility issues** - reaching the tap and storing the hose properly
Why Choose Us for Garden hose away in Newton Abbot?
Hose properly drained to prevent freezing
Neatly coiled and stored in your shed/garage
Tap disconnected and protected for winter
Ready to go again next spring
What to Expect
### Step 1: Disconnect & Drain I'll turn off the tap, disconnect the hose, and drain all the water out properly - not just from one end, but the whole length. ### Step 2: Coil Properly Neat coils without kinks. If you've got a hose reel I'll wind it on properly. If not, it gets coiled and hung somewhere suitable. ### Step 3: Protect the Tap Tap gets left open so any remaining water can drain. If there's a stopcock inside for your outside tap, I'll advise on shutting that off too.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🍂 **Best timing?** Late October or early November in Devon - before the first hard frost but while it's still pleasant to work outside. **Multiple outdoor taps?** Let me know - I'll check them all while I'm there. **Got a hot tub or pond pump?** Those need winterizing too if you're not using them. Mention it when you book and I'll advise. **Spring reconnection:** When March rolls around, give me a call and I'll get everything reconnected and check for any winter damage. Fresh start for the gardening season.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garden hose away in Newton Abbot
Why can't I just leave my hose connected over winter?
Water left in the hose or tap will freeze and expand when temperatures drop. This can split the hose, crack the tap, or even damage internal pipes. In Devon we get enough proper frosts to make this a real risk - I've seen plenty of burst outdoor taps come spring.
What do you actually do with the hose?
I disconnect it from the tap, drain all the water out properly, coil it neatly, and store it in your shed or garage. I also leave the outside tap open so any remaining water can drain out, and I'll advise if your tap needs additional frost protection.
Can you do this while I'm out?
Yes, as long as I can access the tap and you've told me where to put the hose. This is one of those quick jobs that's perfect to add on when I'm already at your place for something else.
Do you put it out again in spring?
Absolutely - that's a separate quick job but yes, I can get your hose reconnected and check everything for leaks when the weather warms up.
What about those fancy reel systems?
Same principle applies - the hose still needs draining properly. Reel systems make storage neater but they don't solve the freezing issue. I'll drain it, wind it onto the reel properly, and disconnect the inlet if needed.
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