Leaf blower setup in Exeter
Professional leaf blower setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Leaf blower serviced and ready for autumn work. I'll clean filters, check fuel systems, test run everything and make sure it starts reliably when you need it.
Don't Wait Until the Leaves Are Down
Nothing worse than dragging your leaf blower out in October, pulling the cord 50 times, and getting nothing. Service it now while you're thinking about it - then it's ready when autumn properly arrives.
💡 Pro tip: Petrol blowers hate sitting around with old fuel in them. If yours has been in the shed since last year, it definitely needs attention before you try starting it.
What Usually Needs Doing
Most leaf blowers just need a good clean and fresh fuel to run perfectly again. It's rarely anything serious.
| ✅ Serviced Properly | ❌ Stored & Forgotten |
|---|---|
| Starts first or second pull | Won't start at all |
| Runs smoothly at full power | Sputters and dies |
| Clean filter, good airflow | Clogged with last year's dust |
| Ready when the leaves fall | Emergency trip to buy a new one |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Check | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Air filter | Cleaned or replaced if knackered |
| Fuel system | Old fuel drained, carb cleaned if needed |
| Spark plug | Checked, cleaned, replaced if necessary |
| Blower tube | Cleared of debris and blockages |
| Test run | Full power check to confirm it's working |
📦 You're Left With
- Reliable blower ready for autumn
- New fuel mixed correctly (for 2-stroke)
- Any worn parts replaced
- Tips for keeping it running all season
Pricing Guide
| Blower Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Electric blower check | 1 hr | £60 |
| Petrol blower full service | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Parts extra if needed - spark plugs £5-8, filters £8-15.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Hasn't run for months - been in the shed since last autumn
✅ Never been serviced - you just use it until it stops working
✅ Bigger garden - need the blower working reliably all season
✅ Hate maintenance - you'd rather pay someone to sort it
Why Choose Us for Leaf blower setup in Exeter?
Air filter cleaned or replaced
Fuel system checked and cleared
Full test run to confirm it works
Safety tips for autumn clearance
What to Expect
Step 1: Initial Check
I'll try starting your blower, see what state it's in, and work out what needs doing.
Step 2: Service Work
Clean or replace filter, sort the fuel system, new spark plug if needed. This is where the actual work happens.
Step 3: Test & Tips
Full power test run to make sure it's working properly, then quick chat about keeping it running well.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to maintain your leaf blower yourself? Here's what to do:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver set
- Spark plug spanner
- Fresh 2-stroke fuel (or straight petrol for 4-stroke)
- Replacement air filter
- Clean cloth
🛠️ Basic autumn prep
- Remove and clean/replace the air filter
- Drain any fuel that's been sitting since last year
- Remove spark plug, check gap, clean or replace
- Check blower tube for blockages
- Add fresh fuel (mix 2-stroke correctly - usually 50:1)
- Start it up and let it run for a few minutes
⛽ Fuel mixing (2-stroke blowers)
- Most are 50:1 ratio (50 parts petrol, 1 part oil)
- Buy pre-mixed cans or mix yourself
- Use it within a month - old 2-stroke fuel is worse than old straight petrol
- Write the mix date on the can
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Putting straight petrol in a 2-stroke blower (ruins the engine)
- Wrong fuel mix ratio
- Leaving fuel in over winter
- Not checking the air filter until blower won't start
💡 Pro trick: At the end of autumn, run your blower until the fuel tank is empty. Storing it with no fuel means it'll start perfectly next year. Much better than draining the tank.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🍂 End of season? Book this service in spring/summer before autumn arrives. Means you're not competing with everyone else trying to get blowers working in October.
Multiple garden tools? Get the mower, strimmer and blower all serviced together - I'm already there with tools out, saves you money on separate callouts.
Battery blowers? These are gaining popularity and virtually maintenance-free. If your old petrol one keeps causing grief, I can advise on switching to battery power.
Devon's leaf season runs roughly September to November. The big fall happens October/early November, so get your blower sorted by late September.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a leaf blower setup include?
I'll check the air filter, clean out any old fuel, inspect the spark plug, test the blower tube isn't clogged, and do a proper test run. Basically making sure your blower fires up first time when the leaves start falling, not leaving you stood in the garden pulling a cord for 20 minutes.
My leaf blower hasn't run since last autumn - will it still work?
Probably, but old fuel is usually the problem. Petrol goes stale and gums up the carburettor. I'll drain any old fuel, clean the system, and get it running properly again. Sometimes needs a new spark plug but that's cheap.
Can you service electric and petrol blowers?
Yes to both. Electric ones are simpler - mainly checking the motor isn't clogged with debris and the cable's safe. Petrol ones need more attention but that's what I'm here for.
How long does a leaf blower service take?
Usually around an hour. Petrol ones take a bit longer if I need to properly clean the carburettor, electric ones are quicker. Either way, you get a working blower back same visit.
What if my blower is actually broken?
I'll tell you honestly. Sometimes parts aren't worth the cost and you're better buying new. But often it's simple stuff - blocked fuel line, fouled spark plug - that's cheap to fix. I'll always give you options.
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