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Understanding the unique needs of rural Devon properties. From farm gates to stable repairs.

76 services available across Exeter and surrounding areas.

Rural services in Exeter

Rural properties have different needs. Five-bar gates that need rehinging, stable doors that have dropped, outbuildings that need weatherproofing, fencing across rough ground. We serve customers throughout rural Devon, understanding the practical requirements of countryside living. From farmhouses to smallholdings, cottages to country estates, we handle the maintenance that keeps rural properties working.

Why Choose Hembury Contracting?

Sam grew up in Devon and understands rural properties. He's happy driving down bumpy lanes, doesn't mind mud, and knows what works in countryside conditions.

What We Offer

  • Field gate and farm gate repairs
  • Stable and outbuilding maintenance
  • Rural fencing and boundaries
  • Weatherproofing and draught-proofing
  • General property maintenance

Ready to get started?

01392 964094

All Rural Services

Arena fence repair in Exeter

Arena fencing repaired - safe riding space maintained.

Typical rates

1.5-4 hrsest. £195

Arena mirror mount in Exeter

Arena mirrors mounted securely - check your position while you ride.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Automatic coop door installation in Exeter

Auto chicken coop doors fitted - timed or light-sensor closing, no more dawn wake-ups or fox worries.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Automatic waterer installation in Exeter

Automatic waterers installed - constant fresh water for livestock, no more lugging buckets.

Typical rates

Half day - Full dayFrom £60

Battery fence energiser fitting in Exeter

Battery energisers fitted - electric fence power sorted for remote fields.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Bird netting crop in Exeter

Crop netting fitted - keep birds off your produce.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Boot rack fitting (stable) in Exeter

Boot racks fitted in stables - muddy boots off the floor and organized.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Bridle hooks in Exeter

Bridle hooks fitted in tack rooms - organized storage for headcollars and tack.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Cattle grid clearing in Exeter

Cattle grids cleared - mud and debris removed, working properly again.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Chicken wire repair in Exeter

Chicken wire patched - holes fixed, predators kept out, hens safe.

Typical rates

45 mins-1 hrest. £60

Coal bunker repair in Exeter

Coal bunkers repaired - dry storage for solid fuel restored.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Deer fencing in Exeter

Deer fencing installed - protect your crops and garden.

Typical rates

Day+est. £375

Driveway gate automation in Exeter

Driveway gates automated - no more getting out in the rain.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Duck house assembly in Exeter

Duck houses assembled - safe dry homes for your flock.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Duck pond setup in Exeter

Duck ponds dug and lined - healthy water for happy ducks.

Typical rates

1-2 daysFrom £60

Electric fence repair in Exeter

Electric fencing repaired - power restored, stock contained again.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Electric fence setup in Exeter

Electric fencing set up properly - flexible grazing, stock contained, easy to move.

Typical rates

Half day - Full day+From £60

Farm sign installation in Exeter

Farm signs fitted - clear directions for deliveries and visitors.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Feed bin setup in Exeter

Feed bins set up - dry storage, rats can't get in, feed stays fresh.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Fence post driving service in Exeter

Posts driven in properly for your fencing project - saves your back and gets the job done right.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Field gate hanging in Exeter

Gates hung level and swinging smooth - done properly so they don't sag or bind.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Field gate repair in Exeter

Sagging gates fixed, hinges replaced, back working properly - repair often beats replacement.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Field shelter assembly in Exeter

Field shelters assembled - stock protected from weather year-round.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Field shelter repair in Exeter

Field shelters repaired - dry protection for livestock restored.

Typical rates

Half day+From £60

Five-bar gate hanging in Exeter

Traditional five-bar gates hung properly - solid posts, level gates, smooth swing for decades.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Float valve trough in Exeter

Auto-fill troughs installed - water always there for livestock, less work for you.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Fox proof coop in Exeter

Chicken coop secured against foxes - your birds stay safe, you stay sane.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Frost-free tap installation in Exeter

Winter-proof outdoor taps fitted - no more frozen pipes or burst mains in cold snaps.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Fruit cage assembly in Exeter

Fruit cages assembled properly - birds out, soft fruit protected, framework solid.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Fruit cage repair in Exeter

Damaged fruit cages fixed - torn netting replaced, bent framework straightened, doors repaired.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Gate intercom fitting in Exeter

Gate intercoms fitted - see who's calling before you buzz them in.

Typical rates

Half day-full dayFrom £60

Goat shelter building in Exeter

Custom goat shelters built - dry space, good ventilation, goat-proof construction.

Typical rates

1-2 daysFrom £60

Hay rack fitting in Exeter

Hay racks fitted - clean feeding, less wastage for horses and livestock.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Hen house clean in Exeter

Deep clean for hen houses - healthy birds, less disease.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Hitching rail fitting in Exeter

Solid hitching rails fitted - safe tie-up points for horses outside stables or arenas.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Kindling store assembly in Exeter

Kindling stores built or assembled - keep firewood dry and tidy.

Typical rates

45 mins-1 hrest. £60

Kissing gate installation in Exeter

Kissing gates installed - walkers through, livestock stay put.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Log store assembly in Exeter

Log stores assembled properly - seasoned wood kept dry all winter long.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Log store filling & stacking in Exeter

Log stores filled and stacked properly - winter fuel ready to burn efficiently.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Mains fence energiser installation in Exeter

Mains energisers installed - reliable fence power year-round, no battery hassles.

Typical rates

Half-full dayFrom £60

Mole problem advice in Exeter

Mole problem advice - I'll point you to the right pest controller.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Mounting block installation in Exeter

Mounting blocks installed solid and level - easier and safer getting on your horse.

Typical rates

1.5-2 hrsest. £105

Muck heap boards in Exeter

Muck heap boards built solid - contained manure, tidy yard, easier mucking out.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Nest box repair in Exeter

Nest boxes repaired - safe cozy spots for laying hens restored.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Oil tank bund repair in Exeter

Oil tank bunds repaired - containment kept safe and compliant.

Typical rates

Half day+From £60

Oil tank stand construction in Exeter

Oil tank stands built solid - stable base, correct height, gravity feed working.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Perch replacement in Exeter

New perches fitted in coops - comfortable roosting spots.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

Pig arc repair in Exeter

Pig arcs repaired - panels patched, roofs fixed, weatherproof again.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Polytunnel door in Exeter

Polytunnel doors fitted or repaired - proper ventilation and access.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Polytunnel repair in Exeter

Polytunnels repaired - covers patched, frames straightened, doors fixed.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Pond liner repair in Exeter

Pond liners patched - leaks sealed, water levels back up.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Pop hole repair in Exeter

Chicken coop pop holes fixed - door slides smoothly, opens and closes properly.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Post and rail fencing in Exeter

Post and rail fencing built - classic boundary that looks good and lasts.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Post rammer with operator in Exeter

Post rammer service - bash fence posts in without breaking your back.

Typical rates

Half dayest. £195

Private road sign installation in Exeter

Private road signs installed - keep unwanted traffic out, liability clear.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Rabbit fencing for gardens in Exeter

Rabbit fencing installed - keep hungry bunnies out of your veg patch.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Rug rack fitting in Exeter

Rug racks fitted in tack rooms - organized storage for horse rugs.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Rural security lighting in Exeter

Motion-sensor lights for barns, yards, stables - see what you're doing and deter unwanted visitors.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Saddle rack fitting in Exeter

Secure saddle storage fitted properly where you need it - keeps expensive tack safe and off the floor.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Salt lick holder in Exeter

Salt lick holders mounted - easy mineral access for livestock.

Typical rates

30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Septic tank cover in Exeter

Secure septic tank covers fitted - safe access, proper seal.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Small solar panel mounting in Exeter

Small solar panels mounted - off-grid power for gates, lights and cameras.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Soakaway marker installation in Exeter

Soakaway markers installed - know exactly where your drainage is.

Typical rates

15-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Stable bolt replacement in Exeter

Worn stable bolts replaced - secure latches that work properly.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Stable door kick board in Exeter

Kick boards fitted on stable doors - protection from hoof damage.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Stable door repair in Exeter

Stable doors repaired - hinges fixed, latches working, opening smoothly.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Stile installation in Exeter

New stiles built for footpaths - safe access for walkers and livestock.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Stile repair in Exeter

Broken stiles fixed - safe crossing for walkers and livestock.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Stock fencing installation in Exeter

Stock fencing installed - secure boundaries for livestock and horses.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Tack room hooks fitting in Exeter

Tack room hooks fitted - bridles, headcollars, and gear hung up properly.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Trough cleaning in Exeter

Livestock troughs scrubbed and sanitised - fresh clean water for animals.

Typical rates

30-60 mins per troughest. £60

Trough repair in Exeter

Leaking troughs sealed properly - no more wasted water or constant refilling.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Wash bay drainage in Exeter

Wash bay drainage installed - no more standing water and mud.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Wasp nest - pest controller referral in Exeter

Wasp nest problems - I'll point you to proper pest controllers.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Water bucket holder fitting in Exeter

Wall-mounted bucket holders fitted - easier feeding and watering, no more kicked-over buckets.

Typical rates

20-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Wildlife pond creation in Exeter

Wildlife ponds created - natural habitat for local species.

Typical rates

Day+est. £375

Rural Services in Exeter & Surrounding Areas

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Common Questions About Rural

What about bent frames?

Depends how bad. Slight bends I can usually straighten. Properly kinked or broken hoops need replacing - trying to straighten them weakens the metal. I'll be honest about what's fixable.

Can you mark multiple drainage points?

Yes - septic tank, soakaway, distribution box, inspection chambers - whatever needs marking. If you're getting building control sign-off or just want to know where everything is, I can mark the lot.

What's the right size perch for chickens?

About 40-50mm diameter is ideal - thick enough they can't wrap their feet around it completely. That's the natural roosting position that keeps them comfortable overnight.

Do I need to be there while you stack?

Not really - just show me the logs and the store, I'll get on with it. Might have questions about any particular way you want it done, but otherwise I can work while you're out.

How do you fix a leaking roof?

Depends where it's leaking. Small holes get patched with fibreglass or proper outdoor repair tape. If the whole roof's knackered, sometimes it's worth replacing that panel. I'll assess it and tell you the most cost-effective fix.

What about lightning protection?

Energisers have built-in surge protection but fence should be isolated from buildings and mains earth. I'll install properly with separate earth system and appropriate spacing from structures. Follows manufacturer guidelines.

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