New pet home prep in Teignmouth
Looking for professional new pet home prep help in Teignmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable special occasions services across Teignmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£160
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
Location
Teignmouth
Garden secured, cat flaps fitted, hutches assembled - everything ready before your new dog, cat, or rabbit arrives home.
### One less thing to panic about before collection day
You're excited about the new pet arriving, but suddenly realize the fence has a gap a spaniel could squeeze through, or that flat-pack hutch isn't going to build itself the night before collection.
I'll come and sort the practical stuff so your new arrival has a safe, ready home from day one.
**Common new pet prep jobs:**
| 🐕 **Dogs** | 🐈 **Cats** | 🐇 **Rabbits** | |-------------|-------------|----------------| | Fence panel securing | Cat flap installation | Hutch assembly | | Gate repairs/latches | Door scratch guards | Run setup | | Garden hazard check | High shelf fitting | Garden safety check | | Secure bin storage | Windowsill protection | Plant protection |
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### What different pets typically need
| Pet Type | Common Prep Work | Typical Time | |----------|------------------|--------------| | **New puppy/dog** | Fence check, escape gaps secured, gate latch | 1-2 hrs | | **New cat/kitten** | Cat flap fitted, scratch protection on doors | 1-1.5 hrs | | **Rabbits/guinea pigs** | Hutch assembly, run setup, garden check | 2-3 hrs |
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### Pricing Guide
| Job Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Single task (e.g. cat flap only) | 1 hr | **£60** | | Cat flap + fence check | 1.5 hrs | **£85** | | Hutch assembly + run + garden prep | 3 hrs | **£160** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.*
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Book this for a few days before collection day, not the night before. If I find issues (like fence panels that need replacing), you'll have time to get materials and have me back to sort it. Last-minute discoveries are stressful when the pet arrives tomorrow.
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Why Choose Us for New pet home prep in Teignmouth?
Garden checked and secured for pets
Cat flaps or dog doors fitted properly
Hutches or runs assembled and positioned
Ready before your new arrival gets home
What to Expect
### Step 1: Assessment I'll look at what you need - walk the garden for fence gaps, check where cat flaps should go, or see where the hutch will sit. If you're not sure what needs doing, I can advise based on the type of pet you're getting. ### Step 2: Making it safe Fence panels get secured, gaps get blocked, cat flaps get fitted properly (measured, cut, sealed weathertight), hutches get built sturdy and positioned sensibly. Everything's tested before I leave. ### Step 3: Final check We'll walk through what I've done and I'll point out anything else you might want to watch (like plants that are toxic to pets, or areas where digging might be an issue). You'll know your home's ready. ---
Our Teignmouth Service Coverage
We cover Teignmouth 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 Teignmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
**Multi-job discount:** Getting a new pet often means several jobs - cat flap, garden secure, maybe build a feeding station. I'll knock a bit off when doing multiple tasks together. **Old Devon properties:** Older houses often have thick walls or odd door constructions. Cat flaps in old wooden doors are straightforward; thick stone walls need tunnel-style flaps with longer tubes. **Rescue pet advice:** If your new pet is a rescue and might be nervous or prone to escaping, let me know. I'll be extra thorough checking fence security and might suggest additional precautions like double gates. **Follow-up work:** If you find additional issues once the pet arrives (they're surprisingly good at finding weak spots you missed), I'm happy to come back and sort them out.
Frequently Asked Questions about New pet home prep in Teignmouth
What kind of pet home prep do you do?
Common jobs include fitting cat flaps, securing fence panels where dogs might escape, assembling hutches or chicken coops, fitting door guards so cats can't scratch, setting up feeding stations, and general garden checks for pet safety hazards.
We're getting a puppy - what should we sort before it arrives?
Check your fences have no escape gaps (puppies find every hole), secure any shed doors or gates they might push open, move anything chewable or toxic to higher ground, and make sure your garden has no small items they could swallow. I can do a garden walk-round and point out potential issues.
Can you fit a cat flap in a UPVC door?
Yes, but it needs careful measuring and cutting. I'll template the exact position, cut cleanly without cracking the plastic, and seal it properly so it's weathertight. Takes about an hour and a half, sometimes less if it's a simple panel.
How do you make a garden rabbit-safe?
Check fence bases for gaps they can squeeze under, secure any low panels they might push through, identify plants that are toxic to rabbits (and advise removal or fencing off), and suggest where to position hutches for shelter from wind but not all-day sun.
Do I need to provide the pet equipment or can you supply it?
You provide the hutch, cat flap, fencing, or whatever's needed - I'll install or assemble it. I don't stock pet supplies, but I'm happy to advise on what to buy if you're not sure.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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