Compost bin setup in Exeter
Professional compost bin setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Compost bins assembled and positioned in your new garden. Set up properly on the right spot, ready to use, one less thing to sort yourself. Bring your old compost with you or start fresh - I'll get it organized either way.
Getting Your Garden Sorted
You're in your new house and want to get the garden functional quickly. The compost bin that came flat-packed from your old place (or the new one you've just bought) is still in the shed, and you're not sure where to put it anyway.
Quick professional setup means it's ready to use, positioned sensibly, and you can get on with actually using your garden instead of looking at tasks.
💡 Pro tip: Set up your compost bin early in the move. All those cardboard boxes and garden waste from clearing the new place will fill it quickly - better to have it ready.
Proper Setup vs "Shoved In A Corner"
| ✅ Set Up Properly | ❌ Quick DIY Job |
|---|---|
| Level, stable, won't blow over | Wonky, falls apart in wind |
| Good location for composting | Wrong spot, doesn't work well |
| Easy access for adding waste | Awkward to reach, gets neglected |
| Looks tidy in garden | Eyesore in wrong place |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Compost Bin Setup
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Work out best location in your garden |
| Prepare | Clear small area if needed, get ground level |
| Assemble | Put bin together properly (if flat-packed) |
| Position | Set up level and stable |
| Transfer | Move old compost if you're bringing it (optional) |
📦 You're Left With:
- Compost bin ready to use
- Positioned for best results
- Stable and tidy
- Instructions on using it well
Pricing Guide
| What Needs Doing | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single bin assembly & positioning | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Multiple bins | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| Plus transferring old compost | Add 15-30 mins | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Most compost bin setups are within the minimum.
Perfect For Your New Garden If...
✅ Moved house - need bin set up in new garden
✅ Just bought one - haven't got round to assembling it
✅ Not sure where to put it - want advice on best location
✅ Bringing old compost - want it transferred to new bin
Why Choose Us for Compost bin setup in Exeter?
Assembled properly and stable
Positioned for best results
Ready to use same day
One less moving task
What to Expect
Step 1: Location Selection
I look at your garden and help you choose the best spot - partial shade, on soil if possible, accessible but not in the way.
Step 2: Assemble & Position
If the bin's flat-packed, I assemble it. Get it level and stable in the chosen spot. Clear a small area of grass if needed.
Step 3: Optional Transfer
If you've brought compost from your old house, I can transfer it to the new bin. Good working compost is worth keeping.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting up a compost bin yourself? Easy enough:
🔧 Tools you might need:
- Spade (if clearing grass)
- Spirit level (helpful but not essential)
- Screwdriver or mallet (depends on bin type)
📐 Choosing the location:
Good spots:
- Partial shade (not full sun or dense shade)
- On soil (worms and drainage)
- Near kitchen but not next to house
- Downwind of seating areas
- Accessible all year (not through mud in winter)
Avoid:
- Right against fences (encourages rats)
- Full sun (dries out too fast)
- Deep shade (too cold, slow composting)
- Bottom of garden you never visit (gets neglected)
Assembly tips:
For plastic bins:
- Lay out all panels
- Clip or screw together as per instructions
- Make sure it's square and stable
- Position on level ground
- If very lightweight, peg it down or weight the base
For wooden bins: 6. Assemble on flat ground 7. Make sure it's square (measure diagonals - should be equal) 8. Position where you want it 9. Consider lining with cardboard (keeps heat in)
⚠️ Common mistakes:
- Full sun location (compost cooks and dries out)
- Right against house (can attract flies in summer)
- Too far away (never gets used)
- On concrete (works but not ideal - harder for worms to access)
💡 Pro trick: Put a piece of old carpet or thick cardboard on top of your compost (under the lid). Keeps moisture in, heat in, and makes much better compost faster.
Starting compost in new bin:
- Layer greens (grass, veg peelings) and browns (cardboard, twigs)
- Keep it moist but not soaking
- Turn it occasionally
- Takes 6-12 months to get good compost
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Garden setup package? I can combine compost bin setup with shed assembly, fence repairs, or other garden jobs. Get multiple things sorted in one visit.
Bring your old compost: If you've got good working compost in your old bin, bring it with you. Saves months of building up new compost, and the organisms in it help start the new bin faster.
Multiple bins are better: Two or three bins let you have one "cooking," one filling, and one emptying. Works much better than a single bin.
Council bins: Some Devon councils provide subsidized compost bins. Check before buying - might save you money.
Exeter properties: Lots of local gardens are on slopes - I'll make sure your bin's level even if your garden isn't, so the lid fits properly and it doesn't tip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you set up any type of compost bin?
Most types yes - plastic bins that clip together, wooden slatted bins, tumbler composters, wormeries. Just let me know what you've got when you book.
Where's the best place to put a compost bin?
Ideally somewhere with partial shade (not full sun or full shade), on soil if possible (worms can get in), reasonably accessible from kitchen, and downwind of your seating area. I can advise on the best spot in your new garden.
Do I need to prepare the ground first?
Just needs to be reasonably flat and accessible. If you want it on soil (best for composting), I might need to clear a small area of grass - takes 5 minutes. If it's going on paving, that's fine too.
Can you move compost from my old bin to the new one?
Yes - if you've got good compost in your old bin that you want to move, I can transfer it. Working compost is valuable (takes months to create), makes sense to bring it with you if it's decent stuff.
How long does compost bin setup take?
Simple plastic bin assembly and positioning usually takes 30-45 minutes. Multiple bins or more complex setups might take an hour. Quick job but makes a difference to have it done.
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