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Technology should make life easier, not harder. We help set up and fix home tech with patience and plain English.

69 services available across Exeter and surrounding areas.

Tech-help services in Exeter

Modern homes are full of technology - smart TVs, streaming boxes, wifi extenders, smart doorbells, security cameras... it's supposed to make life easier but often causes frustration. We help set up and troubleshoot home technology with patience and without jargon. Not IT support for computers, but practical help with the tech around your home.

Why Choose Hembury Contracting?

Sam explains things in plain English and doesn't rush. He's patient with customers who aren't tech-confident and will make sure everything works before leaving.

What We Offer

  • TV and sound system setup
  • Streaming device installation
  • Wifi extenders and mesh systems
  • Smart doorbell and camera fitting
  • Patient, jargon-free help

Ready to get started?

01392 964094

All Tech-help Services

Apple TV setup in Exeter

Apple TV connected, apps loaded, streaming all your subscriptions.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Basic podcast recording setup in Exeter

Podcast recording setup configured. Microphone, recording software, editing basics. Ready to record quality audio.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Basic streaming setup for content creators in Exeter

Streaming setup configured for Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook. Camera, mic, software ready to go live.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

CCTV app setup in Exeter

CCTV app connected to your phone. View cameras remotely, notifications working, playback explained.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Chromecast setup in Exeter

Chromecast set up and connected to WiFi. Cast from phone to TV, streaming sorted.

Typical rates

30-40 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Cloud backup setup in Exeter

Cloud backup running automatically, files safe even if your computer dies.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Computer cleaning physical in Exeter

Desktop PC physically cleaned inside - dust removed, fans cleared, cooling improved.

Typical rates

45-60 minsest. £60

Data transfer phone in Exeter

Data transferred from old phone to new one. Photos, contacts, apps all moved. New phone set up like your old one.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Desk lamp setup in Exeter

Desk lamp positioned properly. Cables managed, no glare on screen, workspace actually usable.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

Desktop tidying in Exeter

Cables managed, desk organised, workspace looking professional.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Docking station setup in Exeter

Laptop dock connected properly with all your screens, keyboard, and devices working from one cable.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Email setup on new device in Exeter

Email account added to your device. Sending, receiving, signatures all working.

Typical rates

20-40 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Ergonomic assessment in Exeter

Desk setup checked and improved. Monitor height, chair position, keyboard placement - proper ergonomics.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

External hard drive setup in Exeter

External drive connected properly, backups running, files safely stored.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Games console update in Exeter

Console updated, games downloading, online gaming working properly.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Gaming console setup in Exeter

Games console connected and ready. HDMI working, internet connected, account set up, games downloading.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Hive heating system setup in Exeter

Hive thermostat and radiator valves connected, scheduled, and controllable from your phone.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Home automation help in Exeter

Smart home devices connected and working together properly.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Home cinema receiver setup in Exeter

AV receiver connected and working. Surround sound set up, all devices connected, actually sounds good.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Keyboard cleaning in Exeter

Sticky keys sorted, grime removed, keyboard working like new again.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Keyboard tray install in Exeter

Keyboard tray fitted under desk for proper typing posture.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

KVM switch setup in Exeter

Multiple computers sharing one keyboard, screen, and mouse - switch between them with one button.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Laptop dock setup in Exeter

Docking station connected, monitors working, one-cable desk setup sorted.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Laptop screen clean in Exeter

Laptop screen properly cleaned. Keyboard cleaned too. No streaks, no damage.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

Laptop stand setup in Exeter

Laptop raised to eye level, ergonomic setup sorted.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

Mesh WiFi setup in Exeter

Mesh WiFi system installed and optimized. Whole-home coverage, dead zones eliminated, everything connected.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Microphone setup in Exeter

Mic set up properly, audio clear for calls and recording, no echo or buzz.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Monitor arm dual in Exeter

Dual monitor arms fitted securely. Both screens at perfect height and angle.

Typical rates

1.5-2 hrsest. £105

Monitor arm single in Exeter

Monitor arm fitted securely with screen at perfect height. Desk space freed up, ergonomics sorted.

Typical rates

45-60 minsest. £60

Monitor cleaning in Exeter

Screens and monitors cleaned properly without streaks or damage. Clear view, no fingerprints.

Typical rates

15-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Multi room audio setup in Exeter

Multi-room audio system set up and configured. Music in every room, controlled from phone, perfectly synced.

Typical rates

2-4 hrsest. £195

NAS drive setup in Exeter

Network storage set up and configured. Files accessible from all devices, automatic backups running.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Nest doorbell installation and setup in Exeter

Nest doorbell fitted and configured. See who's at the door on your phone, get alerts, review footage.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Nest thermostat setup in Exeter

Nest thermostat installed and connected. Smart heating actually working how it should.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Phone screen protector fitting in Exeter

Screen protector fitted perfectly with no bubbles, dust, or misalignment.

Typical rates

15-20 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Photo backup and protection in Exeter

Photos backed up safely to cloud or hard drive. Memories protected, automatic backup set up.

Typical rates

30-90 minsest. £85

Printer setup in Exeter

Printer connected and working. WiFi setup, drivers installed, test page printed from all devices.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Ring doorbell setup in Exeter

Ring doorbell installed and working. App connected, notifications set up, video recording properly.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Ring light setup and positioning in Exeter

Ring light positioned and configured for video calls, content creation, or photography. Looks professional on camera.

Typical rates

20-40 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Robot mop setup in Exeter

Robot vacuum or mop set up and working. App configured, no-go zones marked, actually cleaning floors.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Robot vacuum setup in Exeter

Robot vacuum connected, mapped, and cleaning on schedule - no more manual hoovering.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Scanner setup in Exeter

Scanner connected and working - scan documents to computer, phone, or cloud storage.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Security system app setup in Exeter

Your security system connected to your phone. Check cameras and get alerts from anywhere.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Smart blind setup in Exeter

Smart blinds paired and automated. Control from phone or voice.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Smart bulb setup in Exeter

Smart bulbs installed, paired, and working from your phone - control lights from anywhere or by voice.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Smart device troubleshooting in Exeter

Smart home devices not working? I'll diagnose and fix connection, pairing, and control issues.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Smart home hub setup in Exeter

Smart home hub connected and controlling all your devices from one place - Hue bridge, SmartThings, Hubitat.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Smart lighting system setup in Exeter

Smart lights installed and configured. Control from phone, voice, or schedule. Whole home or single room.

Typical rates

1-3 hrsest. £150

Smart lock setup in Exeter

Smart lock fitted and configured, unlock your door with phone or code.

Typical rates

1-2 hrsest. £105

Smart plug setup in Exeter

Smart plugs paired and working. Control devices from phone, set schedules, use voice commands.

Typical rates

20-30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Smart speaker setup in Exeter

Alexa or Google Home set up, connected to your music and smart devices - voice control working properly.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Smart thermostat help in Exeter

Smart thermostat connected and controlling heating from your phone - schedules, zones, and voice control set up.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Smart TV setup in Exeter

Smart TV connected to WiFi with all your apps working - Netflix, iPlayer, Prime, everything set up properly.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Social media setup in Exeter

Social media accounts set up and ready. Privacy sorted, profile complete, you know how to post.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Soundbar setup in Exeter

Soundbar connected and working. All devices playing through it, bass levels sorted, remote explained.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Standing desk setup in Exeter

Standing desk assembled and set at proper heights for sitting and standing. Cable management sorted.

Typical rates

1.5-3 hrsest. £150

Streaming stick setup in Exeter

Streaming stick connected, apps loaded, watching Netflix in minutes.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Subwoofer positioning in Exeter

Subwoofer positioned perfectly for best bass, no boom or rattle.

Typical rates

30 mins-1 hrest. £60

Surround sound setup in Exeter

Surround sound system set up properly with all speakers positioned and wired. Cinema experience at home.

Typical rates

2-3 hrsest. £150

Tablet case fitting in Exeter

Protective case fitted properly, screen protector applied, tablet protected.

Typical rates

Under 30 minsest. £60Combine jobs

TV tuning and channel setup in Exeter

TV retuned properly with all channels found and organised. Freeview, Freesat, or Sky sorted.

Typical rates

20-40 minsest. £60Combine jobs

USB hub setup in Exeter

USB hub connected properly with all your devices plugged in. Cables tidied, everything working.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

Video doorbell troubleshoot in Exeter

Video doorbell fixed and reconnected. Working reliably with your phone again.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Webcam setup in Exeter

Webcam mounted and positioned properly. Looking professional on video calls.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

WhatsApp setup in Exeter

WhatsApp installed, verified, and working. Contacts imported, photos backed up, shown how to use.

Typical rates

30-45 minsest. £60Combine jobs

WiFi extender setup in Exeter

WiFi extender configured properly, coverage extended to dead zones.

Typical rates

1 hrest. £60

WiFi password change in Exeter

WiFi password changed and all your devices reconnected. Secure network, everything working.

Typical rates

20-40 minsest. £60Combine jobs

WiFi router setup in Exeter

Router configured properly, WiFi fast and reliable throughout house.

Typical rates

1-1.5 hrsest. £85

Wireless printer setup in Exeter

Wireless printer connected to WiFi and all devices. Print from phone, laptop, tablet.

Typical rates

30-60 minsest. £60

Tech-help Services in Exeter & Surrounding Areas

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Common Questions About Tech-help

Can you set it up so my wireless keyboard and mouse work with all computers?

Yes - that's one of the main benefits. Your wireless keyboard/mouse connects to the KVM switch, and the switch connects to each computer. When you switch computers, your keyboard and mouse switch too. Much better than having multiple sets cluttering your desk.

Can you set it at the right height for me?

Yes - that's part of the service. Screen should be at arm's length away, top of screen at or slightly below eye level. Prevents neck strain from looking up or hunching forward. I'll set it correctly for how you sit.

How secure are these compared to normal locks?

Same or better. They've got the same physical lock mechanism as a good quality traditional lock, plus they log who comes and goes. Most can't be picked remotely - that's TV nonsense. Biggest risk is someone nicking your phone, but you've got a passcode on that anyway.

Why would I pay someone to clean my laptop?

Because it's easy to damage screens with wrong products - kitchen spray, wet wipes, paper towels all cause problems. Plus keyboard cleaning needs proper tools to get crumbs out without damaging keys. I've got the right products and know how to clean thoroughly without breaking anything.

Do I need to back anything up before you clean it?

Not really, unless you want me to take the laptop away for a deeper clean. For on-site work, I'm not touching any files or settings - just physically cleaning the keyboard hardware.

What's involved in setting up an AV receiver?

Connecting all your speakers (5.1 or 7.1 surround), running HDMI from TV and devices (Sky box, Blu-ray, games console), configuring audio settings, calibrating surround sound for your room size, and programming remote controls. It's properly fiddly if you've never done it.

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