Bird box installation in Exeter
Professional bird box installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£25-60
Typical Duration
30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional bird box installation for Exeter gardens. We'll mount your bird box securely at the right height and position to give nesting birds the best chance of using it.
Bird boxes are brilliant. They provide nesting sites where natural spots (old trees, building cavities) are scarce, they support local bird populations, and watching birds raise their young is genuinely rewarding. But positioning matters - wrong height, wrong direction, or wrong location and birds won't use them. We'll get it right.
Why Install Bird Boxes?
Modern gardens often lack natural nesting sites. Old trees with holes are removed, new builds have no gaps, and tidy gardens don't have the dense hedges birds naturally nest in. Bird boxes fill that gap.
Devon's got loads of garden birds - blue tits, great tits, robins, wrens, sparrows. Give them a decent nest site and they'll move in, raise chicks, and eat thousands of insects in your garden. Everybody wins.
What's Involved
Simple job but details matter. Height needs to be right (2-4 meters usually), direction needs to avoid hot sun and prevailing rain, box needs to be secure against wind and predators. We've got the ladders and know-how to position it properly.
Done Right vs Done Wrong
| Done Right ✅ | Done Wrong ❌ |
|---|---|
| 2-4m high, secure mounting | Too low (cats) or too high (pointless) |
| North to east facing | South-facing (chicks overheat) |
| Clear flight path, slight downward tilt | Blocked access, rain gets in |
| Solid fixings that won't come loose | Falls off in first storm |
What You Get
When you book bird box installation with Hembury Contracting:
| What's Included | Details |
|---|---|
| 🔧 Professional mounting | Secure fixings at correct height |
| 📋 Positioning advice | Best location for target species |
| 🪜 Proper access equipment | Safe ladder work |
| 🐦 Species guidance | What might use it |
Plus:
- Can source boxes if you haven't got one
- Multiple boxes installed in one visit (discounted)
- Maintenance advice (when to clean)
- Tips on making your garden more bird-friendly
Pricing Guide
| Service | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Installation only (you supply box) | £25 | Half hour job |
| Difficult access/high wall | £60 | Extra time/equipment |
| Box supply + installation | £45-85 | Depends on box quality |
| Multiple boxes (2-3+) | Discounted | Cheaper per box |
Prices assume normal access. Very high positions or difficult locations may cost more - we'll quote accurately.
💡 Pro tip: Install several boxes of different types (small hole, large hole, open-fronted) in different locations. Different species prefer different designs, and having options increases your chances of them being used.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ You want to support local wildlife ✅ Your garden lacks natural nesting sites ✅ You enjoy watching garden birds ✅ You want natural pest control (birds eat loads of insects)
Why Choose Us for Bird box installation in Exeter?
Securely mounted at correct height
Positioned to attract target species
Supports local bird populations
Quick, simple installation
What to Expect
Step 1: Site Survey
Quick walk around to find the best positions. We'll discuss what species you want to attract and where boxes will work best. Takes five minutes.
Step 2: Installation
Get the ladder up, position box at right height and angle, drill and secure properly. Check it's solid - birds won't use wobbly boxes and they need to withstand winter storms.
Step 3: Guidance
Quick chat about what to expect (might take a season for birds to find it), when to clean it out (autumn), and whether to add anything (bit of hay or wood shavings helps, but isn't essential).
🔧 DIY Tips
If you're doing it yourself:
🔧 Tools you'll need:
- Suitable ladder for height
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Screws or coach bolts (galvanised or stainless)
- Spirit level (ideally)
- Someone to hold the ladder
- String or cable ties as temporary holders
📐 Basic steps:
- Choose position (north-east facing, 2-4m high, clear approach)
- Check for obstacles (cat access, wires, branches)
- Angle box slightly forward (so rain doesn't get in entrance)
- Mark fixing holes
- Drill pilot holes
- Secure box firmly - test it's solid
- Check entrance is clear and box is level
⚠️ Common mistakes:
- Too low (cats can reach - 2m absolute minimum)
- South or west facing (too hot in summer, chicks can die)
- Right next to bird feeder (adults won't nest where there's constant traffic)
- Not secure enough (boxes blow off or wobble, birds abandon)
💡 Pro trick: Add a bit of natural material inside - dry hay, wood shavings, or moss. Not essential (birds will bring their own), but it makes the box more attractive initially. And position it where you can see it from a window but not too close - watching birds raise chicks is brilliant.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Combine with: Bat box installation, garden maintenance, hedge planting
Related services: Wildlife-friendly garden advice
Best time to install: Autumn or winter (before breeding season)
Also good for: Winter roosting (birds use boxes for shelter, not just nesting)
Maintenance: Clean out old nests in autumn, check fixings annually
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should a bird box be positioned?
North to east facing (avoiding hot afternoon sun), 2-4 meters high, with clear flight path. Away from bird feeders and sheltered from prevailing wind. We'll advise on the best spot for your garden and target species.
What birds will use it?
Depends on box design and hole size. Small holes (25mm) suit blue tits, larger (32mm) for great tits and sparrows, open-fronted boxes for robins. We can advise what's likely in your area.
When should bird boxes be put up?
Autumn or winter ideally, so birds can discover them before breeding season. But any time works - birds also use them for winter roosting. Spring installations can still get used if birds are desperate.
Do you need to clean them out?
Yeah, once a year in autumn after breeding season. Old nests can harbour parasites. We can show you how, or add it to a regular maintenance visit.
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