Post box installation in Sidmouth
Looking for professional post box installation help in Sidmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Sidmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£110-160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Sidmouth
Post boxes and letterboxes installed securely on walls, posts, or gates. Proper fixings for the weight, fitted level and straight - no wonky mailboxes round here.
### Stop Mail Blowing All Over
Door slot not working? Need secure parcel delivery? Want a proper postbox at the end of your drive? **Sorted**. Wall-mounted or freestanding, fitted properly so it actually stays put.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Large parcel boxes are brilliant if you're out during the day. Couriers can leave parcels securely locked rather than chucking them over the fence or taking them back.
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### Why Proper Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged | |--------------|-----------| | Heavy-duty fixings for weight | Couple of screws, pulls off wall | | Level and straight | Wonky from day one | | Posts concreted deep | Wobbly in first wind | | Weather-sealed wall fixings | Water getting in behind |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Position** | Mark up exactly where box will go | | **Fix** | Wall fixings or post concrete in | | **Mount** | Box securely attached and level |
**📦 You're Left With** - Securely fixed letterbox - Level and straight - Proper job that lasts - Post delivered safely
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### Pricing Guide
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------------------|----------------|------------| | Simple wall-mount box | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Post-mounted letterbox | 2-3 hrs | **£110-£160** | | Large parcel box (wall) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Large parcel box (post) | 3-4 hrs | **£160-£210** |
*Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Post box itself not included.*
Why Choose Us for Post box installation in Sidmouth?
Securely fixed to wall or post
Level installation - doesn't look wonky
Proper fixings for your wall type
Large parcel boxes fitted if needed
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position and Mark Work out exactly where the box goes - right height, accessible for postie, looks right. ### Step 2: Install Mounting Wall fixings drilled and plugged (right fixings for your wall type), or post dug in and concreted if freestanding. ### Step 3: Attach Box Box securely mounted, checked it's level, make sure fixings are tight and it's not going anywhere.
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
> 🎨 **Height matters:** Standard letterbox slot height is about 70-100cm from ground. Too low and postie has to bend, too high and you can't reach. Parcel boxes can be lower for ease of access. **Planning permission?** Unlikely to need it for a letterbox on your own property. But if you're in a conservation area or listed building, worth checking. **Devon weather:** Get a box with a good overhang or rain guard - we get plenty of horizontal rain that'll soak your post otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions about Post box installation in Sidmouth
Can you fit post boxes to any type of wall?
Yes - brick, stone, render, timber, metal gates. Each needs different fixings, but I've got the right gear for whatever your wall's made of. The key is using proper fixings that'll hold the weight when it's full of post.
What if I want a post-mounted box instead?
No problem - I'll dig the post in properly (usually 60-90cm deep depending on box size), concrete it in, then mount the box. Takes a bit longer than wall mounting but works great for driveways.
Can you fit those large parcel boxes?
Yes - they're heavier and need more substantial fixings, but same principle. Wall-mount or post-mount, your choice. Really handy if you get lots of deliveries and want them secure when you're out.
How long does installation take?
Wall-mounted letterbox is usually 1-1.5 hours. Post-mounted takes 2-3 hours because you're digging and concreting the post in as well. Large parcel boxes take longer due to weight and size.
Do I need to provide the post box?
Yes - you buy the actual letterbox or parcel box you want. I'll install whatever you've chosen. Plenty of options online or at DIY stores.
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