Post office run in Sidmouth
Looking for professional post office run help in Sidmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable home help services across Sidmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Sidmouth
Post office errands handled efficiently. Parcels posted, stamps bought, forms collected - all the things that require standing in a queue for 20 minutes on your lunch break.
### The Post Office Queue Problem
Let's be honest: nobody enjoys going to the post office. The queue, the parking, the limited opening hours that perfectly clash with your work schedule. But someone needs to post that eBay sale, or collect that "Sorry We Missed You" card parcel.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Sidmouth's post offices are quietest around 2-3pm on weekdays. That's when I usually do runs - means less waiting, quicker turnaround.
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### Why People Use This Service
It's not just about convenience - there are genuine reasons people can't get to the post office:
| ✅ With This Service | ❌ Without This Service | |----------------------|-------------------------| | Parcel posted same day | Item sits around for weeks | | No queue standing needed | 20+ minute wait on sore legs | | Done during work hours | Rushing in lunch break | | Proof of postage immediately | Lost receipts, no tracking | | Multiple errands in one trip | Several wasted journeys |
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### What You Get
**📮 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Collection** | I pick up your items (or you drop to me) | | **Packaging** | Basic packaging included; complex items extra | | **Posting** | Queue stood in, parcels posted correctly | | **Proof** | Receipt photographed and texted immediately | | **Return** | Physical receipt dropped back to you |
**🔧 What I Can Handle** - Parcel posting (any size the post office accepts) - Buying stamps/postal orders - Recorded/tracked delivery - Collecting "missed delivery" parcels - Picking up forms/leaflets - Bill payments (if still offered) - Returns processing
**❌ What I Can't Do** - Passport applications (needs your presence) - ID verification services - Open Post Office accounts on your behalf - Anything requiring legal signatures
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### Pricing Guide
| Service Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |--------------|----------------|------------| | Simple parcel post (1-2 items) | 1 hr | **£60** | | Multiple parcels or collections | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Complex packaging + posting | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Postage costs are separate - you pay actual Royal Mail prices.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **eBay sellers** - regular parcels need posting
✅ **Mobility limited** - standing in queues is painful
✅ **Working full-time** - post office hours clash with yours
✅ **No car** - getting large parcels to the post office is difficult
✅ **Holiday senders** - posting gifts to family nationwide
✅ **Business users** - regular posting needs but no time
Why Choose Us for Post office run in Sidmouth?
Queue stood in on your behalf
Parcels posted securely with proof
Forms collected and returned
Multiple tasks handled in one trip
What to Expect
### Step 1: Drop Off Or Collection Either drop your parcels to me (we can arrange a location), or I'll collect from your house. Tell me what needs doing - tracked, signed for, standard, etc. ### Step 2: Off To The Post Office I'll head to the nearest post office (or specific branch if you prefer), stand in the queue, and get everything processed properly. No rushing, no cutting corners. ### Step 3: Proof Sent Immediately As soon as I'm done, I'll photograph all receipts and text them to you. Tracked items get their tracking numbers sent straightaway so you can monitor them. Physical receipts come back to you later that day.
Our Sidmouth Service Coverage
We cover Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🚗 **No car?** Exeter has several post office branches, but hauling a heavy parcel on the bus is rubbish. That's where this service really makes sense - I've got the van, the time, and I know which branches are quickest. **eBay sellers love this service.** If you're selling regularly but hate the post office routine, we can set up a weekly collection. You bag and label everything, I do the posting run. Saves hours. **Packaging available.** Need bubble wrap, boxes, or proper padding? I can supply that for an extra cost, or you can package it yourself. Most people do their own packaging to save money. **Multiple locations.** Got one parcel for Royal Mail and another for a courier pickup? I can handle both in the same trip - just let me know what's needed where. **Exeter post office closures.** Some branches have limited hours or are inside shops. I keep track of which ones are reliable and open when needed, so your items go out same-day rather than getting delayed by a closed branch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Post office run in Sidmouth
What can you actually do at the post office for me?
Most things - post parcels, buy stamps, collect packages, pick up forms, send recorded delivery, even pay bills if they still accept that. I can't handle anything needing your ID (passport applications, etc.), but pretty much everything else is fair game.
How do I know my parcel got posted safely?
I'll photograph the receipt and text it to you straightaway. For tracked items, you'll get the tracking number immediately. I keep the physical receipt and drop it back to you, or send it in the post if you prefer.
What if there's a massive queue?
That's literally what you're paying me for - to stand in it! Post offices in Sidmouth can have 20-minute waits at lunchtime. I'll wait as long as needed. The time estimate accounts for typical queuing.
Can you collect a parcel that needs ID?
If it's addressed to you and I've got your ID (you'd need to trust me with it temporarily), then yes. But most people prefer to collect ID-required items themselves. Standard parcels that just need signing for? No problem at all.
Do you charge extra for multiple parcels?
Not if it's all done in one visit. Send three parcels or one parcel, same price - it's about the time taken, not the number of items. Where it affects cost is if there's complicated packaging needed or multiple post office locations.
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Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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