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Got something a bit different that needs doing? We enjoy tackling unusual projects.

43 services available across Exeter and surrounding areas.

Special services in Exeter

Sometimes you have a job and don't know who to call. It's not quite carpentry, not quite plumbing, not quite anything specific. These unusual one-off projects are often the most interesting. We enjoy problem-solving and creative solutions. If you're not sure who else to ask, give us a try - we'll be honest about whether we can help.

Why Choose Hembury Contracting?

Sam enjoys unusual challenges and creative problem-solving. He'll assess the situation, give honest advice, and either tackle it himself or suggest who else might help.

What We Offer

  • Problem-solving approach
  • Creative solutions to unusual challenges
  • Happy to assess and advise
  • Honest about capabilities
  • Referrals if we can't help

Ready to get started?

01392 964094

All Special Services

Allotment shed assembly in Exeter

Allotment shed built properly on-site. Tools and seeds secure.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Anniversary dinner setup in Exeter

Romantic meal setup, you enjoy the evening. Special table arrangement, lighting, atmosphere sorted.

Typical rates

45-90 minsest. £85

Beehive base setup in Exeter

Level, solid base for your beehives - properly positioned and stable.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Bereavement house help in Exeter

Compassionate practical help when you need it. Whatever needs doing in the house, sorted quietly.

Typical rates

1-4 hrsest. £195

Birthday party setup garden in Exeter

Kids party garden sorted - bouncy castle leveled, gazebo up, you focus on the cake.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Cat proofing garden in Exeter

Garden secured to keep cats safely in. Fence topped, gaps blocked.

Typical rates

4-8 hrsest. £375

Chicken coop setup in Exeter

Complete coop assembly, run securing, and setup ready for your hens.

Typical rates

3-5 hrsest. £240

Chicken run fencing in Exeter

Secure chicken run built, hens safe from foxes. Proper fencing that actually keeps predators out.

Typical rates

Half day to full dayFrom £60

Christmas dinner table setup in Exeter

Festive table extension, extra seating, or furniture rearrangement for the big day.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Compost system setup in Exeter

Compost bins assembled, positioned right, and ready to start composting.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Divorce property split in Exeter

Neutral third party to help divide belongings and furniture during separation.

Typical rates

Varies by propertyFrom £60

Dog proofing garden in Exeter

Garden secured for your new dog - gaps blocked, fences checked, escape routes sorted.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Downsizing help in Exeter

Downsizing help - sorting, moving, practical support going from large to small.

Typical rates

Half day to full dayFrom £60

Funeral home prep in Exeter

Respectful home preparation for the wake. One less thing to worry about.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Garden maintenance during probate in Exeter

Garden kept tidy while property empty. Regular or one-off, prevents it becoming an issue.

Typical rates

1-3 hrs per visitest. £150

Garden party lighting in Exeter

Garden lit beautifully for evening celebrations. Festoon lights, fairy lights, atmosphere created.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Graduation party setup in Exeter

Celebration space set up and ready. You focus on being proud.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Greenhouse base laying in Exeter

Level, solid base laid for your greenhouse. Built to last.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Hospital discharge prep in Exeter

Home made safe and accessible before hospital discharge - grab rails, trip hazards sorted.

Typical rates

1-2.5 hrsest. £130

House clearance for bereaved families in Exeter

Sensitive, respectful house clearance during difficult times.

Typical rates

Multiple daysFrom £60

Key collection from deceased estate in Exeter

Discreet key collection from hospitals or care homes during bereavement.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Mail handling after bereavement in Exeter

Post collected regularly from empty property. Forwarded to you, filed, or dealt with as needed.

Typical rates

Weekly or as neededFrom £60

Marquee peg assistance in Exeter

Marquee secured properly when pegs won't go in - concrete, hard ground sorted.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

New baby home prep in Exeter

Home baby-ready before arrival - nursery sorted, furniture built, safety checked.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

New pet home prep in Exeter

Get your home ready before your new dog, cat, or rabbit arrives.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

New Year party preparation in Exeter

Celebration ready, bring in the new year right. Space setup, decorations sorted, ready to party.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Party preparation help in Exeter

Extra hands to get your party ready on time. Tables, gazebos, decorations - sorted.

Typical rates

1-4 hrsest. £195

Party takedown help in Exeter

Post-party cleanup sorted, you rest after hosting. Gazebos down, tables away, garden back to normal.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Pet proofing garden in Exeter

Garden security check and fixes to keep pets safely contained.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

Post surgery home prep in Exeter

Home ready for safe recovery before you come back from hospital.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Preparation for sale in Exeter

Property show-ready for viewings. Small jobs that add big value.

Typical rates

Full day+From £60

Property check deceased in Exeter

Respectful property checks for deceased relatives - securing, reporting, peace of mind.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Property security after bereavement in Exeter

Property secured properly during difficult times. Locks changed, windows checked, peace of mind sorted.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Rabbit proofing garden in Exeter

Garden secured to keep pet rabbits safely contained.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Retirement party prep in Exeter

Garden party setup sorted - gazebo up, seating arranged, you focus on celebrating.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Securing valuables after bereavement in Exeter

Valuables safely stored during difficult times. Quick, discreet, gives you peace of mind.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Table and chair setup for events in Exeter

Event seating assembled and arranged - one less thing to stress about.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Table chair collection in Exeter

Event furniture collected and returned. Quick pack-down so you can relax.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Temporary grab rails in Exeter

Safe, secure grab rails for recovery periods - removed when no longer needed.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Temporary ramp install in Exeter

Safe wheelchair access installed temporarily. No permanent changes needed.

Typical rates

1.5-2.5 hrsest. £130

Upsizing unpack in Exeter

Unpacking help after upsizing - bigger house sorted faster, less stress.

Typical rates

Half day to full dayFrom £60

Vegetable patch setup in Exeter

Veg patch built properly - beds raised, soil sorted, ready to plant and grow.

Typical rates

Half day to full dayFrom £60

Wedding garden preparation in Exeter

Garden perfect for your special day celebration. Marquees, seating, everything setup beautifully.

Typical rates

Half day to full dayFrom £60

Special Services in Exeter & Surrounding Areas

We provide special services across Exeter and a 30 mile radius. Select your location:

Common Questions About Special

How level does it actually need to be?

Very level. Wonky hives cause bees to build wonky comb, make frames hard to remove, and risk the whole thing tipping if it's seriously out. I'll use a spirit level in both directions and adjust until it's spot-on.

Can you help with both setup and takedown?

Yes - lots of people book me for both. Morning setup gets everything ready, then I come back the next day to pack it all down when everyone's tired. Makes the whole thing much less stressful.

Do I need one bin or multiple bins?

Serious composters use at least two - one actively filling while the other matures. Three is ideal - filling, maturing, ready to use. But if you're just starting, one bin's fine. I can set up single or multi-bin systems depending on your commitment level.

What's included in the chicken coop setup?

I'll assemble your flat-pack coop, position it on level ground (using paving slabs or timber base if needed), secure the run properly, make it fox-proof with proper mesh and dig barriers, fit any extras like feeders or perches, and make sure everything's weathertight and ready for hens.

Where should compost bins go in the garden?

Somewhere with reasonable drainage (not a bog), easy access from kitchen and garden (you'll use it regularly), partial shade (full sun dries it out, full shade makes it slow), and ideally not right next to the neighbor's fence. I'll suggest the best spot based on your garden layout.

My table extension hasn't been used in years - will it still fit?

Often they just need a bit of persuasion and maybe a clean. I'll bring tools to ease it into place if it's stuck, and can sort any alignment issues. If the wood's swollen from storage, I can plane it down slightly so it fits properly.

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