Rural in Sidmouth

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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