Salt lick holder in Exeter
Professional salt lick holder services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
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.
Keep Mineral Blocks Clean and Accessible
Salt licks sitting on the ground get muddy, trampled, and wasted. A simple wall-mounted holder keeps them clean, dry, and at a height your animals can actually use.
💡 Pro tip: Mount salt lick holders under cover if possible. Direct rain dissolves blocks fast - one wet winter and you're replacing them constantly.
Why Bother With a Holder?
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Mounted at animal chest height | Block on ground, muddy and trampled |
| Under shelter, stays dry | In open, dissolves in rain |
| Securely fixed to wall/post | Knocked about, falls off |
| Easy to swap blocks out | Wrestling with fixings every time |
What You Get
🔧 Quick, Simple Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Check height suits your livestock |
| Fix | Securely mounted with proper fixings |
| Test | Make sure it's solid and takes the weight |
📦 You're Left With
- Clean access to minerals
- No waste from muddy blocks
- Livestock using it properly
- Easy refills when needed
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single holder | 30 mins | £60 |
| Multiple holders (2-3) | 45 mins - 1 hr | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Holders additional if needed.
Perfect For Your Rural Property If...
✅ Blocks on ground - getting muddy and wasted
✅ New field shelter - fitting it out properly
✅ Multiple paddocks - need holders in several locations
✅ Fussy animals - won't use dirty licks on the ground
Why Choose Us for Salt lick holder in Exeter?
Mounted at right height for your stock
Keeps lick clean off the ground
Securely fixed to wall or post
Easy to refill when needed
What to Expect
Step 1: Check Position
I'll work out the right height for your livestock and find a solid mounting spot that's sheltered from weather.
Step 2: Mount Securely
Drill into wall or post, use proper fixings rated for the weight. Livestock might bump into it - needs to stay put.
Step 3: Test It
Pop a block in, make sure it's secure. Should take the weight without movement.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own salt lick holder? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Spirit level
- Pencil for marking
- Screws and wall plugs (or coach screws for timber)
- Tape measure
📏 Getting the height right
- Horses: About 1.2-1.4m (chest height)
- Cattle: 1.4-1.6m (depending on breed)
- Sheep: 60-80cm
- Goats: 80-100cm
🪛 Mounting securely
- Mark position at right height
- Check it's level (block won't stay in if wonky)
- Timber posts: Coach screws straight in
- Brick/block walls: Wall plugs and screws
- Metal posts: Self-tapping screws or bolt through
- Test before loading - give it a tug
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Mounting too high or too low for your stock
- Not checking it's level
- Undersized fixings that pull out
- Positioning in direct weather exposure
- Forgetting animals will bump into it
💡 Pro trick: If you've got both horses and smaller stock (sheep/goats) sharing space, fit two holders at different heights. Stops the horses hogging all the minerals.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🐴 Holder styles - Some holders are just brackets, others are full boxes with rain covers. Box style with a cover lasts better in field shelters where there's some weather exposure.
Multiple animals - One holder serves 2-4 horses or 8-10 sheep. If you've got a bigger herd, fit multiple holders so everyone gets access without fighting.
Position matters - Don't mount right by the entrance where animals barge in and out. Side wall or back wall is better - somewhere they can stand comfortably without being in the traffic flow.
While I'm there - If you need other stable fittings (bridle hooks, rug racks, hay nets), get them all done in one visit. More efficient use of time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should a salt lick holder be mounted?
In your field shelter or stable at about chest height for your animals. Horses usually around 1.2m, cattle a bit higher, sheep lower. Somewhere dry and out of direct weather - wet salt licks dissolve fast.
Can you mount a holder on my field shelter post?
Yes - timber posts, concrete posts, or stable walls all work. I use appropriate fixings for whatever you've got. Just needs to be solid enough to take the weight and occasional bumping from livestock.
Do I need to provide the holder?
Either way works. If you've got one already, I'll fit it. If not, I can pick up a basic holder - they're not expensive and much better than blocks sitting on the ground getting muddy.
How long does fitting a salt lick holder take?
Usually about 30 minutes. Mark position, drill holes, fix it securely, test it takes the weight. Quick job that makes life easier.
Can you fit multiple holders in one visit?
Absolutely - if you've got several shelters or paddocks, I can fit holders in all of them. More efficient than separate trips.
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