Minor repairs for rentals in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional minor repairs for rentals help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable rental services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£160
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
Quick fixes for rental properties. Those annoying little things that tenants report - sorted fast, priced fairly, done properly.
### The Reality of Rental Repairs
Tenant texts: "Kitchen tap's dripping." Not an emergency, but **leave it and it gets worse**. Fix it quick and everyone's happy.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Small problems in rentals never fix themselves. They just get worse and more expensive. Catch them early.
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### Minor Repair vs Major Problem
| ✅ Minor (I can handle) | ❌ Major (needs a specialist) | |------------------------|-------------------------------| | Leaky tap washers | Burst pipes | | Loose door handles | Full door replacement | | Sticky windows | Broken window mechanisms | | Wonky cabinet doors | Whole kitchen refit | | Toilet running continuously | Blocked drains throughout |
I'll tell you straight if something's beyond minor repairs. No point messing about when you need a proper tradesperson.
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### Common Rental Repairs
**🔧 Kitchen** - Tap washers replaced - Cupboard doors adjusted - Drawer runners fixed - Loose handles tightened - Worktop edging re-glued
**🚪 Doors & Windows** - Stiff locks eased - Handles tightened - Hinges oiled/adjusted - Draft excluder fitted - Frames planed if sticking
**🚽 Bathroom** - Toilet seats replaced - Cisterns fixed (running/not filling) - Loose shower heads secured - Extractor fans cleaned - Sealant replaced
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### Pricing Guide
| Type of Repair | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------------|----------------|------------| | One quick fix | 1 hr | **£60** | | Couple of jobs | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Several repairs | 2-3 hrs | **£110-£160** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Common spares included in price.*
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### Perfect For...
✅ **Tenant complaints** - small issues need sorting
✅ **Between tenancies** - snagging before new tenant
✅ **Regular maintenance** - annual checks of multiple properties
✅ **Emergency response** - urgent but not major
Why Choose Us for Minor repairs for rentals in Ottery St Mary?
Quick response times
Tenants stay happy
Problems fixed before they escalate
Common spares carried in van
What to Expect
### Step 1: Quick Assessment You tell me what's wrong (or the tenant does if that's your setup). I'll let you know if it's likely minor or if it sounds bigger. ### Step 2: Attend & Fix Turn up with common spares in the van. Fix what I can on the spot. If it needs a part ordering, I'll measure up and quote. ### Step 3: Confirm It's Done Test everything works properly. Let you (and/or tenant) know it's sorted. Invoice sent with clear breakdown.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary 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 Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎯 **Legal tip:** You've got obligations to maintain properties in "repair and proper working order." Little things like broken locks or dodgy electrics can breach this - don't ignore them. **Multiple properties?** I work with several landlords who send me a list each month. More efficient to do several properties in one trip - saves you money. **Student properties in Exeter?** September is chaos. Book maintenance visits for August before the new lot move in. Catches all the little damage from the last tenants. **Emergency repairs?** If a tenant genuinely has no heating, hot water, or a security issue, let me know it's urgent. Those get priority - you've got legal obligations to fix them fast.
Frequently Asked Questions about Minor repairs for rentals in Ottery St Mary
What counts as a minor repair?
Things like leaky taps, dripping toilet cisterns, loose door handles, broken drawer runners, wonky cabinet doors, squeaky hinges, loose towel rails. Small jobs that take 1-3 hours. If it's a bigger issue I'll tell you straight away.
How quickly can you get there?
Usually within 2-3 days, sometimes next day if it's urgent. If a tenant's got no water or heating, that jumps the queue - I know landlords have legal obligations for those.
Do you charge to diagnose the problem?
The £60 minimum covers the first hour including diagnosis. If it's something I can't fix or it needs a specialist, you're only paying for the time I was there - no extra diagnostic fee.
Can tenants contact you directly?
Either way works. Some landlords prefer all bookings through them, others give tenants my number for minor stuff. Just let me know your preference and I'll stick to it.
What if you can't fix it in one visit?
Honest answer - if it's bigger than expected or needs a part ordering, I'll tell you. No point pretending a quick fix will work when it won't. You'll know the real situation before spending more money.
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Got multiple jobs?
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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