Fish feeder installation in Exeter
Professional fish feeder installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Automatic fish feeder installed by your pond or aquarium. Mounted securely, programmed to your feeding schedule. Feed your fish consistently, even when you're away.
Never Worry About Holiday Feeding Again
Going away used to mean either starving your fish or trusting someone else to feed them properly. An automatic feeder sorts it - reliable feeding whether you're there or not.
💡 Koi keeper's tip: Overfeeding is worse than underfeeding. Automatic feeders give consistent portions - no more "better give them extra just in case."
Why Proper Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged |
|---|---|
| Mounted securely, won't fall in pond | Bluetacked to a fence post |
| Protected from weather/splashing | Gets wet, stops working |
| Aimed correctly over water | Food lands on pond edge |
| Programmed and tested | Just stuck up there hoping |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Mount feeder securely near water |
| Program | Set feeding times and portions |
| Test | Check it dispenses correctly |
📦 You're Left With
- Feeder securely mounted
- Programmed to your schedule
- Tested and working reliably
- Instructions for adjustments
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard pond feeder | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Aquarium tank feeder | 15 mins | £60 |
| Multiple feeders | Per unit | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Feeder unit not included.
Perfect For Your Setup If...
✅ Holiday feeding - away for weeks at a time
✅ Busy schedule - can't always feed at same time
✅ Large pond - hard to check if fish are fed
✅ Valuable fish - koi and expensive stock need consistent care
Why Choose Us for Fish feeder installation in Exeter?
Feed fish while you're away on holiday
Consistent feeding times and portions
Weatherproof mounting for outdoor ponds
Adjustable feed quantity and schedule
What to Expect
Step 1: Mount Feeder
Position feeder where it'll drop food into pond/tank properly, fix it securely so it won't move or fall.
Step 2: Program Schedule
Set up feeding times (usually twice daily), adjust portion size for your fish quantity.
Step 3: Test Operation
Run a test feed cycle, check food dispenses correctly into water, show you how to refill and adjust.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to install it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Automatic fish feeder
- Screwdriver or drill (depends on model)
- Wall plugs if fixing to masonry
- Batteries (check feeder requirements)
- Fish food to test with
🎯 Installation method
- Choose mounting position (over water, protected from rain)
- Fix mounting bracket securely to fence/wall/tank
- Attach feeder unit to bracket
- Insert batteries and add food
- Program feeding schedule
- Test it dispenses correctly
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Mounting too far from water (food blows away)
- Not weatherproofing outdoor units (they die quickly)
- Wrong portion size (overfeeding or underfeeding)
- No test run (discovers it doesn't work after you've left)
- Forgetting to stock up on batteries
💡 Pro trick: Run the feeder for a few days while you're still home before relying on it for a holiday. Better to find out it's not working while you can fix it than returning to dead fish.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Battery life: Most pond feeders run for 2-3 months on batteries. Put fresh ones in before a long holiday. Some people keep a spare set by the pond just in case.
Food type matters: Pellets work best in automatic feeders - flakes can clog. Use good quality food that won't swell too much in the mechanism.
Multiple ponds? You can run feeders on several ponds - I'll set them all up to the same schedule or different ones if you prefer. Having koi in one pond and goldfish in another often needs different feeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need an automatic fish feeder?
Going away for a week? Without a feeder, your fish don't get fed - or worse, you get a neighbour to do it who dumps half the tub in. An automatic feeder gives consistent portions at set times.
Will it work for my pond or aquarium?
Different feeders for ponds vs tanks. Pond feeders are weatherproof and usually battery powered. Tank feeders clip onto the aquarium rim. I'll install whichever type you've got.
How long does installation take?
About 15-20 minutes usually. Mount the unit securely by the pond or on the tank, set the timer and portion size, test it dispenses properly. Quick job.
Do you set up the timer?
Yes - I'll program it to feed at the times you want with the portion sizes you specify. Show you how to adjust it afterwards too.
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