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Rural in Exmouth

Professional rural services for homes and businesses in Exmouth and surrounding areas.

76 rural services available in Exmouth. Local team, fair prices, quality guaranteed.

Rural services in Exmouth - Hembury Contracting

Looking for reliable rural help in Exmouth? Hembury Contracting provides professional rural services across Exmouth and the surrounding area.

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 in Exmouth?

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 in Exmouth

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

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01392 964094

Rural Services in Exmouth

Arena fence repair in Exmouth

Riding arena and menage fencing repaired. Broken rails replaced, posts reinforced, safe fixings used. Keeps your riding space secure and safe for horses.

Typical rates

1.5-4 hrsest. £195

Arena mirror mount in Exmouth

Arena mirror mounted solid and safe at the right height and angle. Secure posts, weather-resistant fixings, positioned where you'll actually see yourself riding - a brilliant training aid.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Automatic coop door installation in Exmouth

Automatic chicken coop doors installed - light-sensor or timer controlled closing keeps your birds safe at night without you having to remember. Retrofitted to existing coops or fitted to new builds.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Automatic waterer installation in Exmouth

Automatic waterer installed and plumbed properly - constant fresh water for horses, cattle, sheep, or whatever you're keeping. Reliable supply, correct drainage, less daily lugging of buckets.

Typical rates

Half day - Full dayFrom £60

Battery fence energiser fitting in Exmouth

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.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Bird netting crop in Exmouth

Bird netting fitted over crops, fruit bushes, or vegetable beds. Proper supports keep it off your plants while keeping birds out.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Boot rack fitting (stable) in Exmouth

Boot rack fitted securely in your stable, tack room, or yard area. Right height, solidly mounted, keeps muddy boots organized and off the floor - one less thing to trip over.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Bridle hooks in Exmouth

Bridle hooks fitted in tack rooms and stables. Wall-mounted at the right height, properly spaced, securely fixed. Organized tack storage that actually works.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Cattle grid clearing in Exmouth

Cattle grids cleared of mud, stones and debris. I dig out all the packed-in rubbish so the grid actually works again as a livestock barrier.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Chicken wire repair in Exmouth

Chicken wire repaired to keep your hens safe and contained. I patch holes, reinforce weak sections, and secure against predators - no more escapees or fox attacks.

Typical rates

45 mins-1 hrest. £60

Coal bunker repair in Exmouth

Coal and solid fuel bunkers repaired across rural Devon. Lids fixed, hinges replaced, walls sealed. Keep your winter fuel dry and ready to use.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Deer fencing in Exmouth

Proper deer fencing installed to protect crops, gardens, and woodlands from browsing damage. High enough to deter deer, sturdy enough to last.

Typical rates

Day+est. £375

Driveway gate automation in Exmouth

Driveway gates automated professionally - appropriate motors fitted, safety features installed, controls working reliably. Drive in and out without leaving your vehicle, rain or shine.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Duck house assembly in Exmouth

Duck houses assembled and positioned ready for your flock. I put flat-packs together properly, position them for good drainage, and make sure they're weatherproof and secure.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Duck pond setup in Exmouth

Duck ponds designed and installed - dug out, lined properly, filled and ready for waterfowl. Sized for your flock with access and drainage sorted.

Typical rates

1-2 daysFrom £60

Electric fence repair in Exmouth

Electric fence repairs to get power back and stock contained. I find faults, replace failed insulators, fix broken connections - whatever it takes to get your fence working again.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Electric fence setup in Exmouth

Electric fence set up to actually work - correct energiser, proper earthing, wire tensioned right, posts positioned sensibly. Flexible grazing management without the cost of permanent stock fencing.

Typical rates

Half day - Full day+From £60

Farm sign installation in Exmouth

Farm sign installed properly - posts set solid, sign mounted level, positioned for visibility. Deliveries find you easily, property clearly identified, professional appearance.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Feed bin setup in Exmouth

Feed bins set up and positioned ready to use. I find the right spot, make sure they're level and stable, and check lids seal properly - dry rodent-proof storage for your animal feed.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Fence post driving service in Exmouth

Looking for post driver hire? I don't do equipment rental, but I can drive your fence posts in with my own kit - you supply the materials, I bring the tools and know-how.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Field gate hanging in Exmouth

Field gates hung properly with solid posts and smooth swing. Whether it's a five-bar farm gate or a bridle gate for horses, it'll open easily and stay level for years.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Field gate repair in Exmouth

Sagging, sticking, or broken field gates repaired - new hinges, posts straightened, gates re-hung level. Often saves you buying a whole new gate and posts.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Field shelter assembly in Exmouth

Field shelter assembled and ready for stock - built square on a level base, weather-tight construction, properly anchored. Your horses, cattle, or sheep get proper protection from Devon weather.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Field shelter repair in Exmouth

Field shelters repaired across rural Devon. Roof leaks fixed, rotten timber replaced, structural issues sorted. Keep your livestock dry and comfortable.

Typical rates

Half day+From £60

Five-bar gate hanging in Exmouth

Five-bar field gates hung professionally - posts set deep in concrete, gates fitted level with smooth swing. Built to last decades of farm use in Devon countryside.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Float valve trough in Exmouth

Float valve troughs installed and plumbed in - livestock get constant fresh water, you stop dragging buckets twice daily across muddy fields.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Fox proof coop in Exmouth

Chicken coops secured against foxes with proper mesh, buried barriers, and foolproof latches. Do it once, do it right, keep your hens safe.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Frost-free tap installation in Exmouth

Frost-free taps installed for outdoor use - valve inside the building means no frozen pipes, no burst mains, no winter plumbing emergencies.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Fruit cage assembly in Exmouth

Fruit cage flatpack kits assembled properly - framework square and solid, netting tight with no gaps, door working smoothly. Birds stay out, you get the fruit.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Fruit cage repair in Exmouth

Fruit cage repairs - torn netting replaced, damaged framework straightened, doors fixed. Gets your fruit protection working again without buying a whole new cage.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Gate intercom fitting in Exmouth

Gate intercom systems fitted to driveways and farm entrances. See or hear who's calling before you buzz them through - handy when your gate's at the end of a long drive.

Typical rates

Half day-full dayFrom £60

Goat shelter building in Exmouth

Goat shelters built to spec - dry, well-ventilated space sized for your herd. Built strong enough to handle goats being goats, which is saying something.

Typical rates

1-2 daysFrom £60

Hay rack fitting in Exmouth

Hay racks fitted securely to stable walls, field shelters, or posts. I position them at the right height for your animals and fix them properly so they don't pull off.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Hen house clean in Exmouth

Full deep clean of chicken coops - muck out, scrub down, disinfect, and fresh bedding laid. Happy healthy birds start with a clean house.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Hitching rail fitting in Exmouth

Hitching rails fitted securely for safe horse tie-up. Solid posts, properly positioned rail, strong enough to handle horses pulling or leaning without budging.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Kindling store assembly in Exmouth

Kindling stores assembled and positioned ready to use. I put the flat-pack together properly, level it, and set it where you want - dry firewood always to hand.

Typical rates

45 mins-1 hrest. £60

Kissing gate installation in Exmouth

Kissing gates installed on footpaths and field boundaries. Posts set deep, gates hung to swing freely - walkers can pass through easily while livestock stay put.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Log store assembly in Exmouth

Log store assembled square and solid with a weatherproof roof. Proper ventilation for drying wood, level base, everything tight and secure - your firewood stays dry all winter.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Log store filling & stacking in Exmouth

Log store filled and stacked properly - logs arranged for airflow and seasoning, bottom layer off the ground, easy access for burning. Your winter fuel organized and ready.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Mains fence energiser installation in Exmouth

Mains fence energiser installed professionally - power supply connected safely, earth system installed correctly, energiser mounted and weatherproofed. Reliable electric fencing without battery hassles.

Typical rates

Half-full dayFrom £60

Mole problem advice in Exmouth

I don't do mole control myself, but I can point you to proper pest controllers who specialize in it. Save you the hassle of finding someone trustworthy.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Mounting block installation in Exmouth

Mounting block installed on a solid, level base at the right height for easy mounting. Properly positioned for safe access, with good drainage - no wobbles, no sinking into mud.

Typical rates

1.5-2 hrsest. £105

Muck heap boards in Exmouth

Muck heap boards built solid with deep posts and treated timber. Proper bays for loading and turning, good access for tractors or wheelbarrows, drainage sorted - your manure contained and your yard looking tidy.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Nest box repair in Exmouth

Nest boxes repaired to keep your hens happy and laying in the right spots. I fix rotted boards, replace broken perches, tighten loose fixings - whatever it takes to make them cozy again.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Oil tank bund repair in Exmouth

Oil tank bund repairs for rural properties. Cracks sealed, walls reinforced, drainage sorted. Keeps your heating oil contained safely and legally.

Typical rates

Half day+From £60

Oil tank stand construction in Exmouth

Oil tank stand built solid and level at the correct height for gravity feed. Concrete pad or sleeper base construction, positioned properly, meets regulations - your heating oil storage sorted safely.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Perch replacement in Exmouth

Worn or damaged perches replaced in hen houses. Securely mounted at the right height and diameter for comfortable overnight roosting.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

Pig arc repair in Exmouth

Pig arcs repaired to keep your pigs dry and comfortable. I patch leaking roofs, fix cracked panels, replace knackered hinges - whatever it takes to make the shelter weatherproof again.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Polytunnel door in Exmouth

Polytunnel doors fitted, repaired, and replaced. Zips working, frames secure, proper seal maintained. Keep your growing space accessible and protected.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Polytunnel repair in Exmouth

Polytunnels repaired to extend their working life. I patch covers, straighten bent frames, fix doors and vents - whatever it takes to keep your tunnel productive.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Pond liner repair in Exmouth

Pond liners repaired to stop leaks and save your pond. I find the leak, patch it properly, and get water levels back up - minimal disruption to fish and plants.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Pop hole repair in Exmouth

Pop hole doors repaired - sticking doors freed up, broken runners replaced, mechanisms working smoothly again. Your chickens can get in and out without drama.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Post and rail fencing in Exmouth

Post and rail fencing built solid and straight - deep posts, treated timber, proper construction. Classic rural boundary that looks good, contains stock safely, and lasts for years.

Typical rates

1+ daysFrom £60

Post rammer with operator in Exmouth

Post rammer service with operator - fence posts driven straight and deep without the backbreaking work of digging. Fast, efficient installation for new fencing or post replacement.

Typical rates

Half dayest. £195

Private road sign installation in Exmouth

Private road sign installed clearly and securely - mounted where approaching traffic can't miss it, weather-resistant fixings, liability protection established. Simple job, important outcome.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Rabbit fencing for gardens in Exmouth

Rabbit fencing installed around vegetable patches and gardens. Wire mesh secured above ground and buried below - keeps hungry rabbits out of your crops.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Rug rack fitting in Exmouth

Horse rug racks fitted in tack rooms and stables. Securely wall-mounted, properly spaced, taking the weight. Rugs stored off the floor where they can air.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Rural security lighting in Exmouth

Security and task lighting for barns, yards, stables and rural outbuildings - motion-sensor or dusk-to-dawn options professionally installed to weatherproof agricultural standards.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Saddle rack fitting in Exmouth

Saddle racks fitted securely to stable or tack room walls. Proper fixings, right height, solid enough to hold your most expensive tack safely off the floor.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Salt lick holder in Exmouth

Salt lick holders mounted in stables, field shelters, or on fence posts. Keeps mineral blocks clean, dry, and at the right height for your livestock.

Typical rates

30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Septic tank cover in Exmouth

Broken or missing septic tank covers replaced with secure, load-rated access points. Safe for feet, pets, and machinery.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Small solar panel mounting in Exmouth

Small solar panels mounted for off-grid power to gates, lights, cameras and more. I fix them securely, angle them right, and wire them up so you've got reliable power where the mains won't reach.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Soakaway marker installation in Exmouth

Soakaway marker post installed - permanent visible marker showing exactly where your drainage system is. Meets building control requirements, stops accidental damage during groundworks.

Typical rates

15-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Stable bolt replacement in Exmouth

Stable door bolts replaced with heavy-duty latches. Smooth operation, secure fastening, built to last in all weather. Keep your horses safely stabled.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Stable door kick board in Exmouth

Heavy-duty kick boards fitted to stable doors. Protects against hoof damage, extends door life, saves money on replacements. Proper protection for problem kickers.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Stable door repair in Exmouth

Stable doors repaired to work smoothly and secure properly. I fix failed hinges, replace broken latches, adjust dropped doors - whatever it takes to get them functioning again.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Stile installation in Exmouth

New stiles built from scratch on public footpaths. Solid construction with treated timber and proper fixings. Safe crossing for walkers, secure barrier for livestock.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Stile repair in Exmouth

Damaged or unsafe stiles repaired on public footpaths. Solid, safe crossing points that keep walkers happy and livestock contained.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Stock fencing installation in Exmouth

Stock fencing installed for fields and paddocks across rural Devon. Posts driven securely, wire properly tensioned, corners braced - livestock boundaries that actually work.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Tack room hooks fitting in Exmouth

Tack room hooks and racks fitted securely at the right heights - bridles, saddles, headcollars all hung up properly. Organized tack room, gear protected, wall space used efficiently.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Trough cleaning in Exmouth

Livestock water troughs cleaned thoroughly - algae scrubbed out, muck removed, sanitised and ready for fresh water. Regular service available for ongoing maintenance.

Typical rates

30-60 mins per troughest. £60

Trough repair in Exmouth

Water troughs repaired - leaks sealed, cracks fixed, float valves sorted. Get your livestock water holding properly without constant refilling or waste.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Wash bay drainage in Exmouth

Wash bay drainage systems designed and installed for equestrian properties. Proper falls, effective soakaways, gravel or concrete surfacing. Turn a muddy mess into a usable wash area.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Wasp nest - pest controller referral in Exmouth

I don't remove wasp nests myself, but I can point you to proper pest controllers who do it safely and effectively. Save you the hassle of finding someone trustworthy.

Typical rates

VariesFrom £60

Water bucket holder fitting in Exmouth

Water and feed bucket holders fitted to stable walls, doors, or field shelters - keeps buckets secure, accessible, and off the floor where they won't get kicked over.

Typical rates

20-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Wildlife pond creation in Exmouth

Natural wildlife ponds created from scratch - proper depth zones, shallow edges for access, native planting. Attracts frogs, newts, birds, and insects to your garden.

Typical rates

Day+est. £375

Why Choose Hembury Contracting in Exmouth?

Local to Exmouth

Based in Exeter, we know Exmouth well. Quick response times and local knowledge means better service for you.

Fair, Honest Pricing

No hidden fees or surprise charges. We quote before we start and stick to it. Simple hourly rates from £60.

Quality Guaranteed

Fully insured and committed to getting it right. If you're not happy, we'll make it right.

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