Battery fence energiser fitting in Exeter
Professional battery fence energiser fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
45-90 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Battery fence energiser fitted and tested - mounted securely, earth stakes driven properly, wired to your fence correctly. Remote fields powered without mains electricity, stock contained, system working.
Power Your Electric Fence Anywhere
A battery energiser lets you run electric fencing in fields with no mains power - brilliant for rotation grazing, temporary fencing, or remote paddocks. The difference between fencing that works and stock that learn to push through is installing it properly.
💡 Pro tip: Add a small solar panel to your battery energiser - keeps the battery topped up and massively reduces maintenance in remote fields.
Why Proper Installation Matters
Battery energisers look simple until your fence stops working and you're chasing escaped stock.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Earth stakes deep in good soil | Weak pulse, stock ignore fence |
| Protected from weather | Rained on, corroded, failed |
| Wired correctly to fence | Shorts, leaks, no power |
| Tested for voltage | Assuming it works (it doesn't) |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position planning | Best location for energiser and earth stakes |
| Earth system | Stakes driven deep, wired together properly |
| Energiser mount | Unit mounted securely, battery connected |
| Fence connection | Wired to fence, tested for voltage |
📦 System Ready
- Energiser protected and working
- Good earth system installed
- Fence carrying proper voltage
- Stock respecting the boundary
Pricing Guide
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple mount (earth stakes already there) | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| Standard install (new earth system) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Solar panel energiser | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Energiser, battery, solar panel charged separately if I'm supplying them.
Perfect For Your Setup If...
✅ Remote fields - no mains power available
✅ Rotation grazing - temporary fencing, moveable energiser
✅ Cost savings - battery cheaper than running mains supply
✅ Flexibility - can move energiser to different fields as needed
Why Choose Us for Battery fence energiser fitting in Exeter?
Mounted securely where needed
Earth stakes installed properly
Wired to fence correctly
Tested for good voltage
What to Expect
Step 1: Site Check
I'll assess where to position the energiser (protected from weather, accessible for battery changes), check soil for earth stakes, and work out wire routing to your fence.
Step 2: Earth Stakes & Mounting
Earth stakes driven into moist ground (typically 3-4 rods), wired together. Energiser mounted on post or in shelter, battery connected securely.
Step 3: Testing & Connection
Wire run to fence, connections made properly, system tested with fence tester. I'll show you battery level indicator and how to change batteries.
🔧 DIY Tips
Installing a battery energiser yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Kit you'll need
- Battery energiser (sized for fence length)
- 12V leisure battery (deep cycle type)
- Earth stakes (galvanised, 3-4 minimum)
- Insulated wire (high voltage rated)
- Mounting bracket or box
- Fence tester
📐 Earth system installation
- Find moist ground 6-10ft from energiser
- Drive stakes 3ft deep, 6ft apart in a line
- Wire them together with single thick wire
- Connect to energiser earth terminal
- Test earth resistance (should be good and moist)
✂️ Energiser setup
- Mount protected from rain (shelter, box, under cover)
- Height accessible for battery changes
- Close to fence connection point
- Away from stock (they'll rub and damage it)
- Battery terminals clean and tight
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Only one earth stake (not enough circuit completion)
- Earth stakes in dry ground (poor performance)
- Undersized energiser for fence length
- Battery terminals corroded (connection fails)
- Energiser getting wet (shorts and fails)
- Not testing voltage at far end of fence
💡 Pro trick: Connect a small volt meter permanently across your fence near the energiser - lets you see at a glance if the system's working without walking the whole fence line.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔋 Battery care: Leisure batteries last longest if you don't fully discharge them. Swap or recharge when they hit 50% - use a battery monitor or check voltage regularly.
Solar panels: Worth it for year-round grazing. Position panel south-facing, tilt about 30°, keep clear of shade. Initial cost pays back in saved battery hassles.
Energiser sizing: Manufacturers quote maximum fence length - real-world performance is usually 60-70% of that, especially for sheep (need higher power). I can advise if your energiser suits your fence.
Multiple fields: Run permanent wire to different fields, use cut-off switches to power whichever section needs it. Saves multiple energisers and batteries.
Testing voltage: Check voltage at the far end of your fence regularly - should be 5000V+ for cattle, 6000V+ for sheep. Lower than that, find and fix the issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should a battery energiser be mounted?
Somewhere dry and accessible - inside a field shelter, on a post under a small roof, or in a weatherproof box. Needs to be close to your fence and earth stakes, but protected from weather and stock. I'll suggest the best spot when I see your setup.
Do you install the earth stakes as well?
Yes - proper earthing is essential for electric fencing to work. Usually need 3-4 earth stakes driven into moist ground, wired together and connected to the energiser. Without good earthing, your fence won't pack a punch.
How do I know if my energiser is powerful enough?
Depends on fence length and stock type - sheep need more power than cattle. Check the energiser specs match your perimeter. I can test voltage and advise if you're getting good power or need an upgrade.
Can you fit solar panel energisers too?
Yes - battery energisers with solar panels are brilliant for remote fields. Panel needs mounting somewhere sunny, connected to energiser and battery. Takes a bit longer to install but saves constant battery changes.
What about battery changes - do I need to do it often?
Depends on energiser power and battery size. Typical 12V leisure battery lasts 3-6 weeks on most energisers. Solar panels massively reduce battery maintenance. I'll show you how to check battery level and swap it when needed.
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