Garden hose out in Exeter
Professional garden hose out services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
Garden hose retrieved from winter storage, reconnected to your tap, and tested for leaks. Ready to water your garden without you wrestling with tangled coils.
The Spring Job That Keeps Getting Put Off
March arrives, weather warms up, garden needs watering. Your hose is... somewhere. In the shed behind the lawnmower. Coiled up wrong and kinked. Maybe in the garage. Possibly behind that stack of plant pots.
Then when you do find it, you've got to uncoil it, work out the kinks, find the right connector, attach it to the tap, discover it leaks, swap the washer...
💡 Pro tip: Hoses stored badly develop kinks that restrict water flow. Proper uncoiling and laying out flat for a day works wonders.
More Than Just Connecting a Hose
Here's what actually needs checking when you get a hose out after winter:
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ Quick Connect |
|---|---|
| Inspected for winter damage | Just hooked up blind |
| Unkinked and laid out to relax | Dragged straight from storage |
| Connector washers checked | Use whatever was on last year |
| Full pressure test for leaks | Discover leaks while watering |
The issue? Hoses get brittle in cold. Connectors perish. What was fine last October might spray everywhere come spring.
Pricing
| Scenario | Time Needed | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single hose from shed | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Hose reel reconnection | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| Multiple hoses/taps checked | 1 hr | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Small repairs like washers included - major issues quoted separately.
What Gets Done
🔧 The Full Setup
- Retrieve - fetch hose from storage location
- Inspect - check full length for damage
- Uncoil - work out kinks properly
- Connect - attach to tap with fresh washer if needed
- Test - full pressure check for leaks
✅ You get:
- Ready-to-use hose with no leaks
- Any issues identified before you need it
- Peace of mind it won't spray everywhere
Perfect for These Situations
✅ Heavy or awkward - long hoses are surprisingly heavy
✅ Mobility issues - bending, lifting, reaching the tap
✅ Spring garden prep - combine with other seasonal jobs
✅ Second homes - getting the property ready for summer
✅ Rental prep - tenants arriving, garden needs sorting
Why Choose Us for Garden hose out in Exeter?
Hose retrieved and uncoiled properly
Connected to tap with no leaks
Tested and ready to use immediately
Saves your back and knees
What to Expect
Step 1: Fetch & Inspect
I'll get the hose from wherever you stored it and check the full length for any winter damage - cracks, splits, perished sections.
Step 2: Uncoil & Connect
Proper uncoiling to remove kinks, then connection to the tap with a fresh washer if the old one's perished. No forcing threads.
Step 3: Test Everything
Water on, full pressure test along the whole length. Any leaks get identified and fixed if it's a simple washer job, or flagged if you need parts.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to do this yourself? Here's the right way:
🔧 What you'll need
- Fresh tap washers (multi-pack from any DIY shop)
- Bucket (for testing)
- Patience (rushing causes kinks)
📋 The proper method
- Fetch hose from storage - don't drag it
- Lay it out flat in a sunny spot if possible (helps relax the rubber)
- Walk the length checking for obvious damage
- Check the connectors - are the washers cracked or missing?
- Attach to tap gently - don't cross-thread
- Turn on slowly and check for leaks
- Walk the length again under pressure
🚰 Common connection issues
- Leaks at tap: usually the washer - 50p fix
- Spray from connector: tighten gently or replace washer
- Weak pressure: kink somewhere or tap not fully open
- Bursts mid-length: damage from winter frost
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Forcing the connection (cross-threading)
- Ignoring small leaks that'll get worse
- Not checking the full length before using
- Coiling it back up immediately when it needs to relax
💡 Pro trick: If your hose has been stored kinked, lay it out in the sun for a few hours before using. The warmth makes the rubber flexible again and the kinks will mostly disappear.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌱 Best timing? Late March or early April in Devon - when you're starting to think about watering but before you're desperate.
Found damage? Let me know and I can pick up a replacement hose when I come out. Save yourself the trip and the faff of choosing the right one.
Multiple taps? I'll connect to whichever you use most, or set up multiple hoses if you've got them. Just let me know your setup.
Reel systems: These are brilliant when they work but can be annoying when they don't. I'll make sure yours winds and unwinds smoothly, no tangles.
Combine jobs: Getting me out for just the hose is fine, but it makes sense to combine with spring garden tidy, gutter check, or pressure washing. Already there with the tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's involved in getting the hose out for spring?
I fetch it from wherever you stored it (shed, garage, etc), uncoil it properly to avoid kinks, connect it to your outdoor tap, turn the water back on, and check for any leaks. Basically the reverse of putting it away - but done carefully so nothing gets damaged.
Can you check the hose still works after being stored all winter?
Absolutely - that's part of the service. I'll turn it on and check the full length for splits, cracks, or leaks that might have developed over winter. If there's a problem I'll let you know straight away rather than you discovering it mid-watering.
What if the hose is damaged or the tap's leaking?
I'll spot it and advise. Simple fixes like replacing a washer or connector I can often do there and then. If you need a new hose or the tap needs proper repair, I'll let you know and can either pick up what's needed or do the repair as a separate job.
Do you reconnect hose reel systems too?
Yes - reel systems, wall-mounted units, the lot. I'll make sure everything's connected properly, no leaks, and the reel winds smoothly. These can be fiddly to reconnect after winter storage.
Can you do this as part of a spring garden tidy?
Perfect combination actually. I can get your hose sorted while I'm clearing winter debris, checking plants, tidying borders. Makes sense to do it all in one visit.
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