Beehive stand in Sidmouth
Looking for professional beehive stand help in Sidmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable pet services across Sidmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Sidmouth
Sturdy, level beehive stand built to last. Proper height to keep your hive dry, deter pests, and make inspections easier - essential kit for serious beekeeping.
### Your Bees Deserve a Solid Foundation
A beehive is **heavy** (can hit 50kg+ when full of honey) and needs to be **perfectly level** for the bees to build straight comb. Plonk it on the ground? You're asking for damp problems, wonky comb, mouse invasions, and a knackered back from bending too low.
A proper beehive stand solves all of this - but only if it's **built sturdy and level**.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** A well-built stand lasts 10+ years and serves multiple hives over time. It's worth doing properly once rather than bodging something that needs replacing every season.
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### Why a Proper Stand Matters
Here's what separates a proper beehive stand from a rickety DIY disaster:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Perfectly level (spirit level checked) | Wonky, bees build crooked comb | | Raised 30-40cm, deters mice | On the ground, mouse paradise | | Treated timber, lasts 10+ years | Untreated wood, rots in 2 years | | Stable under 50kg+ load | Collapses mid-season |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Build**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Site prep** | Ground levelled or supports positioned for slopes | | **Construction** | Frame built using treated timber, secured properly | | **Levelling** | Stand checked with spirit level in all directions | | **Stability test** | Weighted and tested before hive goes on |
**📦 You're Left With** - Solid, level hive stand - Correct working height - Weather-resistant construction - Ready for your hive
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### Pricing Guide
| Stand Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |------------|----------------|------------| | Single hive stand | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Double hive platform | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Triple hive platform | 2-2.5 hrs | **£110-£135** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Materials extra or you can supply your own.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **New beekeepers** - start with proper equipment from day one
✅ **Expanding** - adding more hives to your apiary
✅ **Replacing rotten stands** - time for something that'll actually last
✅ **Sloped sites** - need expert levelling on uneven Devon ground
Why Choose Us for Beehive stand in Sidmouth?
Perfectly level for healthy hive
Raised to deter pests and damp
Built to last years outdoors
Correct working height for inspections
What to Expect
### Step 1: Site Assessment I'll check your chosen spot - is it level, does it need digging in, what's the best orientation? We'll also discuss height preferences based on your comfort. ### Step 2: Build Using treated timber, I construct a solid frame designed to handle serious weight. If the ground's sloped (common in Sidmouth gardens), I'll level it properly with supports or adjustable feet. ### Step 3: Level & Test Critical step - I level the stand in all directions with a spirit level, then test stability before your hive goes anywhere near it.
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
> 🐝 **Multiple hives?** Build them in one session and save on setup costs. I'm already on-site with materials and tools, so adding extra stands is cheaper per unit. **Devon's damp climate** means treated timber is absolutely essential - untreated pine will rot in under two years with ground contact and constant wet weather. Proper outdoor-grade treated timber lasts a decade plus. **Sloped garden?** Very common in Exeter - I'll dig in supports or use adjustable feet to ensure perfect level. Your bees won't know or care that the ground slopes, as long as their home is level. **Local beekeepers** often prefer National hive sizes, but let me know if you're using Langstroth, Commercial, or Top Bar - I'll adjust dimensions to suit your specific hive type.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beehive stand in Sidmouth
Why do beehives need stands?
A level, raised base is essential - it keeps the hive dry (damp from below causes major problems), deters mice and pests, makes inspections easier on your back, and a level hive prevents comb from being built wonky. Bees are fussy about their architecture!
How high should a beehive stand be?
Typically 30-40cm off the ground - high enough to deter mice and ground damp, but still comfortable for you to work at. I can adjust to your preference though, especially if you have back issues and want it higher.
Do you supply the materials or do I?
Either works. If you want to source timber yourself, I can give you a cutting list. Otherwise I'll pick up treated timber that'll last years - proper outdoor grade stuff, not rubbish that rots in two seasons.
Can you build a stand for multiple hives?
Yes - whether you want individual stands or a longer platform for 2-3 hives, I can build to suit. Multiple hives on one solid platform can be easier to level and maintain.
Will it be stable on my sloped garden?
Absolutely - if your site isn't level (most Devon gardens aren't!), I'll build with adjustable feet or dig in proper supports to ensure the stand is perfectly level. The hive must be level even if the ground isn't.
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