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That to-do list that never gets done? Let us help. We handle all the small jobs you don't have time for.

70 services available across Exeter and surrounding areas.

Home-help services in Exeter

We're a general handyman service that turns its hand to things. We're not specialist installers.

Most of what people call out a handyman for is time and a decent pair of hands. That is what you are booking: a handyman for the hours you choose, working through your list.

£60 an hour including VAT, two hour minimum. How booking works

Bookable by the hour

  • Repairs, adjustments and replacements on what is already there
  • Fitting, hanging, mounting and assembling
  • Small jobs batched into one visit

Take this to a specialist

  • Work that needs a certificate or sign-off
  • Structural work, and anything notifiable under building regulations
  • Manufacturer-warranty installs that only an approved installer can carry out

Not sure which yours is? Describe the job and we will tell you

Modern life is busy. That list of small jobs - the dripping tap, the sticking door, the picture that needs hanging, the shelf that's fallen down - just keeps growing. We're here to work through that list with you. Book a few hours and we'll tackle as many jobs as we can, efficiently and affordably. No job too small, no judgement about how long things have been waiting.

Why Choose Hembury Contracting?

Sam loves ticking things off lists. He works efficiently through multiple small jobs and won't judge how long that door has been sticking. Book a half-day and watch your to-do list shrink.

What We Offer

  • Multiple small jobs in one visit
  • Odd jobs other tradespeople won't do
  • Regular maintenance visits available
  • Honest advice on what actually needs doing
  • Help with heavy lifting and moving

Ready to get started?

07427 800205

All Home-help Services

Appliance pulling out in Exeter

Heavy appliances safely pulled forward so you can clean behind or access pipework.

Typical rates

15-30 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Appliance pushing back in Exeter

Appliances safely pushed back into position after cleaning or repairs.

Typical rates

15-30 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Bank run in Exeter

Banking errands done for you - deposits, withdrawals, or paperwork dropped off.

Typical rates

30 mins - 1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Bed changing assistance in Exeter

Bed stripped and remade with fresh sheets - helpful for those who struggle with the physical effort.

Typical rates

20-30 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Bed moving in Exeter

Bed dismantled, moved to another room, and reassembled properly.

Typical rates

30 mins - 2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Bin day reminder in Exeter

Weekly phone or text reminder so you never miss bin day again.

Typical rates

5-10 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Bin service in Exeter

Bins put out on collection day and brought back in - one less job to remember.

Typical rates

10-15 mins per week£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Blind cleaning in Exeter

Blinds wiped down, dusted, and looking fresh - vertical, venetian, or roller.

Typical rates

30 mins - 2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Ceiling cobwebs in Exeter

Cobwebs brushed down from ceilings and corners - whole house or single room.

Typical rates

20-45 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Christmas decorations down in Exeter

Christmas decorations carefully taken down, packed away, and loft storage sorted.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £180

Christmas decorations up in Exeter

Indoor and outdoor Christmas decorations safely installed. Festive magic without the ladder risk.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £180

Curtain opening and closing in Exeter

Daily curtain opening and closing while you're away. Keep your home looking lived-in and secure.

Typical rates

Daily visitsFrom £120

Curtain washing help in Exeter

Curtains taken down, washed, dried, and rehung. The job you've been putting off for months.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £150

Delivery acceptance in Exeter

Someone home to accept your delivery. Signed for, checked, and stored safely.

Typical rates

30-90 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)

Delivery moving inside in Exeter

Heavy deliveries moved from doorstep to where you actually want them. Stairs, assembly, unpacking included.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £180

Dog walking collection in Exeter

Your dog collected, walked properly, returned home. For emergencies and busy days.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Dry cleaning collection in Exeter

Dry cleaning collected and delivered back to you. Errand you don't have time for.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Errand running in Exeter

Life admin errands handled for you. Shopping, post office, returns, collections - the tasks eating your weekends.

Typical rates

1-2.5 hrsest. £150

Freezer defrost while away in Exeter

Freezer defrosted and cleaned properly while you're on holiday. Job done before you're home.

Typical rates

1.5-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Fridge clean while away in Exeter

Fridge emptied, cleaned thoroughly, and ready for fresh food when you return from holiday.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Furniture delivery help in Exeter

Delivery received, unpacked, and positioned. Packaging removed.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Furniture moving between rooms in Exeter

Furniture moved safely between rooms. Heavy lifting sorted.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Furniture moving downstairs in Exeter

Furniture carried down stairs safely. Walls and banisters protected.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £180

Furniture moving upstairs in Exeter

Furniture carried upstairs safely. Your back spared the agony.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £180

Heating adjustment while away in Exeter

Heating adjusted for holiday. Frost protection set, energy saved.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

High cupboard item retrieval in Exeter

Items retrieved from high cupboards. Safely reached and handed down.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

High level dusting in Exeter

High surfaces dusted. Cobwebs removed. Air quality improved.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

High shelf cleaning in Exeter

High shelves emptied, cleaned, and reorganized properly.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

High shelf item retrieval in Exeter

Items retrieved from high shelves. Safely reached and handed down.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Holiday home watch service in Exeter

House checked while you're away. Security, heating, post. Peace of mind.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Instruction reading in Exeter

Instructions read through and explained simply. We'll help you understand what they mean.

Typical rates

Up to 1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Item registration in Exeter

Products registered online for warranty. Account created, forms filled, confirmation saved.

Typical rates

Up to 1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Key holding service in Exeter

Spare keys held securely. Emergency access when you need it, property checks while you're away.

Typical rates

As neededFrom £120

Kitchen top cupboards in Exeter

Items retrieved from high kitchen cupboards safely. No more wobbling on chairs or risking a fall.

Typical rates

30-45 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Ladder work general in Exeter

Height work done safely with proper equipment. Anything you need reaching but can't get to yourself.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £180

Library run in Exeter

Books returned, new ones borrowed. Library trip done for you while you're busy or can't get there.

Typical rates

Up to 1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Loft access items in Exeter

Items retrieved from loft safely. No climbing or risk for you - we'll get what you need.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Loft ladder help in Exeter

Loft ladder pulled down and steadied while you go up. Safe access without the struggle.

Typical rates

30-45 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Loft storage items in Exeter

Items carried up to loft and stored safely. Seasonal storage sorted without you climbing.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Mattress flipping in Exeter

Mattress flipped or rotated to even out wear. Extends mattress life - easier than buying a new one.

Typical rates

20-30 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Mattress rotating in Exeter

Mattress rotated or flipped properly. Extend its life and keep sleeping comfortably.

Typical rates

30 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Meter reading in Exeter

Gas and electric meters read accurately. Photos taken. Sent to your supplier.

Typical rates

15 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Moving heavy furniture in Exeter

Furniture moved safely without wrecking your back, floors, or walls. Room rearranged properly.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Net curtain washing in Exeter

Net curtains taken down, washed, dried, and rehung. Your windows looking fresh again.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

New appliance setup in Exeter

New appliance unboxed, set up properly, and ready to use. Packaging disposed of.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Ornament cleaning in Exeter

Ornaments and collectables cleaned carefully. Displayed properly again, not gathering dust.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Packaging disposal in Exeter

Packaging collected, broken down, and disposed of properly. Your space clear again.

Typical rates

30-45 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Piano moving internal in Exeter

Piano moved carefully between rooms or floors. Proper equipment, no damage to instrument or property.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £240

Picture frame dusting in Exeter

Picture frames dusted and glass cleaned. Your photo wall looking fresh and clear again.

Typical rates

1 hr£120 (2-hour minimum)

Plant watering in Exeter

Plants watered while you're away. Come home to living greenery, not dead sticks.

Typical rates

30 mins per visit£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Post collection in Exeter

Post collected from your door. Perfect for limited mobility or busy schedules.

Typical rates

0.5-1 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Post office run in Exeter

Parcels posted, forms collected, stamps bought. The queue stood in for you.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Prescription collection in Exeter

Prescription collected from your pharmacy. Medicine delivered safely to your door.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Property check empty in Exeter

Empty property checked thoroughly. All secure, heating working, no issues.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Return home prep in Exeter

Heating on, milk bought, beds made. Your house warm and ready before you arrive.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Safe moving internal in Exeter

Heavy safe moved safely. Floor protected, position secured, no damage.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £180

Security check in Exeter

Home security assessed honestly. Weak spots identified, practical improvements suggested.

Typical rates

0.5-1 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Shopping put away in Exeter

Shopping unpacked and put away properly. Fridge stocked, cupboards organized, bags removed.

Typical rates

0.5-1 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Smart meter explanation in Exeter

Smart meter explained in plain English. How to read it, use it, save money with it.

Typical rates

0.5-1 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Sofa moving in Exeter

Sofa moved safely within your home. Floors protected, tight corners navigated, room rearranged.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Step ladder supply in Exeter

Need a ladder for a quick job? I'll bring one round and set it up safely.

Typical rates

Quick visitFrom £120

Suitcase from loft in Exeter

Holiday coming up? I'll get your suitcase down from the loft safely.

Typical rates

15-20 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Suitcase to loft in Exeter

Back from holiday? I'll store your suitcase back in the loft.

Typical rates

15-20 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Top of wardrobe help in Exeter

Need something from on top of the wardrobe? I'll safely reach it for you.

Typical rates

10-15 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)Combine jobs

Tradesperson supervision in Exeter

Can't be home for a tradesperson? I'll let them in and supervise the work.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £180

Unpacking new items in Exeter

New delivery arrived? I'll unpack, assemble if needed, and clear the packaging.

Typical rates

30-60 mins£120 (2-hour minimum)

Vet transport in Exeter

Can't get your pet to the vet? I'll transport them safely there and back.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Waiting for delivery in Exeter

Can't be home for a delivery? I'll wait for it and let you know when it arrives.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Waiting for tradesperson in Exeter

Need someone home for a tradesperson? I'll give them access and let you know they arrived.

Typical rates

1-2 hrs£120 (2-hour minimum)

Wardrobe moving in Exeter

Need a wardrobe moved? I'll shift it safely without damaging walls or floors.

Typical rates

1-2.5 hrsest. £150

Home-help Services in Exeter & Surrounding Areas

We provide home-help services across Exeter and a 30 mile radius. Select your location:

Common Questions About Home-help

What counts as 'heavy furniture' needing help?

Wardrobes, sofas, sideboards, pianos, beds, dining tables, large bookcases - basically anything you can't safely move solo without risking your back or bashing the walls. If you're even slightly hesitant about moving it yourself, call me.

Is this just for elderly people?

Not at all. Plenty of people are uncomfortable on ladders, don't own a suitable one, or have items stored too high to reach easily. It's for anyone who needs help - no age limit, no judgment.

Can you move furniture down stairs in my older house?

Yes - older Exeter properties are most of what I work in. Steep stairs, narrow turns, low ceilings. I'm used to it. Sometimes furniture needs tilting at specific angles or coming apart slightly, but we'll get it down safely.

How long does it take to move furniture downstairs?

Depends on the piece and your stairs. A chest of drawers might take 30-45 mins. A large wardrobe could be 1.5-2 hours if it's tight and needs careful maneuvering. I'll estimate better once I know what you've got and see your stairs.

What furniture can you move between rooms?

Pretty much anything - sofas, wardrobes, beds, dining tables, bookcases. If it's too heavy or awkward for you to move alone, I can handle it. I'll protect your floors and doorways during the move.

How does furniture delivery help work?

Simple - you arrange your furniture delivery for a time I'm available, I receive it at your house, unbox it, position it where you want, and take all the packaging away. You come home to furniture ready to use, not a pile of boxes.

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