Mounting block installation in Dawlish
Looking for professional mounting block installation help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable rural services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£85-£110
Typical Duration
1.5-2 hrs
Location
Dawlish
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.
### Get On Without the Gymnastics
A **properly installed mounting block** makes mounting easier, safer for your back, and less stressful for your horse. The difference between a wonky block that tips or sinks and one that's solid and level is about 90 minutes of doing it right.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Position your mounting block on the left side of your grooming area - standard mounting side, saves moving your horse around.
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### Why Proper Installation Matters
Mounting blocks seem simple until yours is leaning, sinking, or in a permanent puddle.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Level base, solid foundation | Sinks into mud every winter | | Height suits rider and horse | Too high, too low, or wobbly | | Good drainage underneath | Standing in puddles | | Positioned for safe access | Awkward angle, in the way |
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### What You Get
**🔧 Professional Installation**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Site check** | Best position marked, ground assessed | | **Base prep** | Foundation dug, hardcore/slabs laid level | | **Block install** | Mounted securely, height checked, tested |
**📦 Ready to Use** - Solid, level surface for mounting - Proper drainage (no puddles) - Right height for comfort and safety - Won't shift or sink over time
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### Pricing Guide
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------------------|----------------|------------| | Simple positioning (plastic block, level ground) | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Standard install (slabs/base needed) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Built block (timber or brick construction) | 2-3 hrs | **£110-£160** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Rocky ground or complex builds add time.*
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### Perfect For Your Yard If...
✅ **Back problems** - mounting from the ground isn't getting easier
✅ **Youngsters or anxious horses** - less fuss when mounting is smooth
✅ **Multiple riders** - different heights need a proper step system
✅ **Older riders** - makes mounting safer and less athletic
Why Choose Us for Mounting block installation in Dawlish?
Built level on solid foundation
Right height for safe mounting
Positioned where you need it
Non-slip surface for safety
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position Planning I'll check your yard layout and suggest the best position for access, drainage, and convenience. We'll agree on height and type before starting work. ### Step 2: Base Preparation Ground levelled, base dug if needed. Hardcore compacted and/or slabs laid properly level - this is what stops sinking and wobbles. ### Step 3: Block Installation Mounting block positioned and secured (or built if timber/brick type). Quick safety test with weight, check levels, job done.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish 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 Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🐴 **Multiple horses?** Consider two mounting blocks at different heights if you ride both ponies and large horses - saves constant adjusting. **Already got a block?** I can reposition and re-base an existing mounting block that's sunk or shifted - often quicker than buying new. **Matting around it?** Rubber stable matting or gravel around the block area helps with mud management - I can advise on what works when I see your setup. **Built vs bought?** Plastic resin blocks are light, moveable, and cheaper. Built timber or brick ones are more solid, look better, last forever. Your choice - I can work with both.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mounting block installation in Dawlish
What's the best position for a mounting block?
Close to where you groom or tack up, with good access from both sides if possible. Ideally on level ground with decent drainage - you don't want to be standing in puddles every winter. I'll advise on the best spot when I see your yard setup.
Can you build one or just install ready-made blocks?
Either - if you've bought a plastic or resin mounting block, I'll position it properly on a level base. If you want a built one (timber or block construction), I can do that too. Built ones tend to be more solid but take longer.
What height should a mounting block be?
Depends on you and your horse really. Standard is usually two steps with the top at about 2ft high - works for most people and average-height horses. If you're tall or have a small pony, we can adjust. I'll check what works best when I'm there.
Do you need to dig foundations?
For permanent blocks, yes - proper base stops it sinking or tipping over time. Usually paving slabs on a hardcore base, or a small concrete pad. Ready-made plastic ones just need levelling, maybe a couple of slabs underneath.
Will it stay stable in mud and rain?
If it's built properly, yes. That's why the base matters - good drainage and solid foundations mean it won't shift or sink even in typical Devon winter weather. Mud around it is your problem to manage with matting or gravel!
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