Our Local Expert –Exeter and Mid Devon 2024-2025

2024-25 Around Exeter and Mid Devon

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Sebastian Joseph of Care 4 IT (see Computers) recommended as: ‘Trustworthy and very helpful. Repaired a laptop fault when others couldn’t.’

Where do the recommendations come from?

The businesses featured here have been recommended by local people like YOU! Readers of this guide, Parish magazines, local newsletters, friends and colleagues at places of work. People from the local community who appreciate good quality, trustworthy service. We need your feedback (good and bad) about businesses we feature and businesses we don’t, to ensure the high standards of those listed in our publication. No business is accepted without prior recommendations or adequate references, and we exclude businesses when we are aware of malpractice or bad workmanship.

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Accountancy, Bookkeeping, Tax and Self‑Assessment

Architectural and Drawing Services 4. ARP Architects

1. Sidaways Ltd. Chartered Accountants

01392 253091 design@arp-architects.com www.arp-architects.com Elegant design solutions and distinctive buildings.

RIBA Chartered Architect offering full architectural service for residential projects. The design process focuses on your needs, providing options to inform your decisions and lift your project beyond the ordinary. New builds, barn conversions, loft conversions, conservatories, alterations and more.

Recommended by a client as ‘an excellent architect’, and by a tradesman for ‘some of the best plans I’ve ever worked with’.

5 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, EX2 5JL 01392 360008 sam@sidaways.co.uk www.sidaways.co.uk Forward-thinking chartered accountants offering bespoke services to suit your business. Recommended to us as ‘a smart, modern firm’. For start-ups, growing and established businesses – a specialist advisor that’s there to support you at every stage.

Aerials – TV & Satellite

5. Simon Spencer MCIAT – Chartered

Many aerial installers have a set rate for the first hour even for a simple fix, so be sure you are aware of their terms when you book an appointment.

Architectural Technologist

07973 653758 simon@sspencer.co.uk www.sspencer.co.uk For new builds, extensions, barn conversions and any other development, or just for help and advice on building control and planning. Simon Spencer offers a fast, professional service tailor-made to your needs.

Currently no VAT charged. ‘Competent, friendly, professional service.’

See also Broadband and WiFi, also Audio Visual.

2. Aerials South West

01392 434409 / 07850 452899 g_sanders@blueyonder.co.uk www.aerialsouthwest.co.uk All your satellite, aerial and digital TV needs, with a fast friendly service at competitive prices. For new digital aerials & satellite installations; storm damage repairs; wall mounted TV installations; extra points; poor TV reception. Gary Sanders was recommended for his ‘excellent prompt service’ and for being helpful demonstrating a new TV. No VAT charged.

You can also find Our Local Expert online:

Aga and Rayburns 3. LSJD

Asbestos Removal

01363 82338 / 07813 967390 lukedennis1@btinternet.com www.lsjd.co.uk Luke Dennis has 22 years’ experience servicing Agas and Rayburns. Also selling re-conditioned Agas; flue installations and fitting woodburners; oil tank replacements. Lower prices due to lower overheads than larger suppliers. GASsafe, OFTEC and HETAS registered, serving all of Devon.

See also Shift It (feature 134).

6. Asbestos Solutions Southwest Ltd.

01404 821978 / 07415 410135 info@asbestossolutionssouthwest.com www.asbestossolutionssouthwest.com Asbestos removal (e.g. garage/shed), surveying, sampling, waste collections and consultancy.

Responsive call out service. Free quotations.

Attic Conversions

Air Source Heat Pumps

See Loft Conversions, also Builders.

See AGV Plumbing & Heating (feature 105).

Audio Visual See Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

See also Aerials – TV & Satellite, also Smart Homes.

The businesses in Our Local Expert have been recommended, so you can be sure of high quality service.

Awnings

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See Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

For high quality glass verandas, awnings and carports see also The Green Window Company (feature 50).

Bathrooms

Blinds See also Soft Options (feature 37).

We recommend that you involve your bathroom installer when sourcing your materials. They can ensure a quality product is purchased that will fit your needs. The discount they get from their suppliers will be able to compete with the best prices you can get – usually at a higher quality from a trusted source. If there are faults with parts, your installers can chase these up, not you. They will listen to your needs and should be able to find the best match for your tastes and budget.

10. Torbay Blinds Ltd.

01392 270715 info@torbayblinds.co.uk www.torbayblinds.co.uk Family run business for over 40 years, manufacturing and installing all types of internal and external blinds and awnings, in a wide range of fabrics. Many motorised options including blinds operated by your smartphone. Free-standing or wall-mounted ‘Cubola’ awnings for external seating areas which can be away from the house. Also repairs, servicing, and a factory showroom. Happy to visit you with samples and to measure. Very well recommended members of the Guild of Master Craftsmen and the BBSA. ‘They know all makes of blinds, how they work, how they function’, ‘polite and courteous’.

See also Plumbers, Builders, Tiles and Tiling, Carpenters and Joiners, Kitchens and Bathrooms.

See also Home Improvements by Larner (feature 17), also Steve Handy Building Services Ltd. (feature 117).

For micro-cement (grout-free low maintenance alternatives to tiles or natural stone) see Parkway Plastering (feature 102).

7. Homesense Property Services Ltd. Property, Plumbing and Heating Engineers

07813 676038 rich.stoneman@hotmail.co.uk Bathroom and wetroom installation specialists, Homesense organise the whole project with you, from design, specification, electrical work, tiling, plus flooring and finishing touches. ‘They went beyond what I would have expected in order to give me the best possible service.’

You can also find Our Local Expert online:

Boiler Breakdowns and Servicing See Plumbers.

8. Plumbworx (part of The Worx Devon Ltd. also incorporating Elecworx)

Brickwork, Bricklaying, Stone Walls See P&G Saunders and Sons (feature 21).

079 30 079 079 TheWorxDevon@yahoo.com www.TheWorxDevon.co.uk Bathroom design and fitting by polite, friendly GASsafe registered team working to high standards of finish. From total bathroom refurbishment to shower and toilet installation. Wall and floor tiling, plastering, underfloor heating and all your plumbing and heating needs. Excellent personalised selection service from a wide range of sample products. Free quotes.

11. Abacus Stone Conservation

01392 879824 / 07825 698507 info@abacusstoneconservation.co.uk www.abacusstoneconservation.co.uk With experience from working for English Heritage, David Cornick specialises in the repair to listed and historic properties. Traditional lime mortar repointing, lime rendering, lime plastering, architectural stone masonry, cob repairs, stone walling, brick repairs, advice and consultation. See excellent website for portfolio.

Bedroom Fitting

Broadband and WiFi

See Wardrobes, Carpenters, Kitchens, Blinds.

See also Aerials, also Computers.

Bicycle Maintenance

12. Phone & Broadband

01392 435727 / 07751 298904 alex@phoneandbroadband.net www.phoneandbroadband.net Alex Carrah is a communications engineer installing telephone sockets, broadband routers, whole house WiFi, CCTV, Starlink, 4G and 5G broadband for remote locations. Repairing damaged telephone wiring/sockets. Extending your WiFi coverage. ‘Very professional, nothing’s too much trouble.

9. Bikes R Us

07707 691496 thebikeman@live.co.uk Peter is a mobile bicycle mechanic that comes straight to your door. Servicing your bike on the spot while you wait. Otherwise servicing at his workshop and dropping your bike back – choosing a time and day that is convenient for you. Customers include enthusiasts, commuters and families getting several bikes fixed at once.

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Builders

more overleaf

15. CSHI (SW) Ltd.

01392 790890 / 07476 348118 info@cshi.co.uk www.cshi.co.uk A business who really care about their work and your property. Alterations, renovations, small extensions, garage conversions, knock-throughs, refurbishments, conservatories from the ground-up, window and door upgrades. ‘Chris came up with helpful, sensible suggestions and options that other companies hadn’t considered that have greatly improved the whole building.’

Cheaper does not mean better. The lowest quotes may be unrealistic prices which cannot be achieved without cutting corners or by charging you more than originally quoted. All the businesses in Our Local Expert have been recommended for good quality service and value for money.

For party wall advice see Architectural and Drawing Services.

For light-filled living rooms, flat glass and lantern roof-lights, and extensions to your ‘forever home’, speak to Delux Windows (feature 49).

For planning consents see Simon Spencer MCIAT – Chartered Architectural Technologist (feature 5).

For weatherboard external cladding, fascias, soffits and roofline see Smart PVCu (feature 51), also The Green Window Company (feature 50).

For high quality glass verandas, awnings and carports see The Green Window Company (feature 50).

For independent advice about using equity release to pay for your building project see Premier Financial Planning Ltd. (feature 89).

See also Bathrooms, also Brickwork, Bricklaying, Stone Walls, also Carpenters, also Driveways, also Garden Buildings, also Kitchens, also Plasterers, also Roofing, also Surveyors.

For smaller jobs see Home Maintenance also Handyman.

16. MB Davies Building Services Ltd.

01392 678990 / 07940 502131 build@mbdavies.co.uk www.mbdavies.co.uk For new build, one-off specifications, extensions and renovation work, including design if desired. Mark Davies and his professional team offer reliability and experience, with a reputation built on attention to detail and a friendly, helpful approach. Renowned for completing jobs to their quoted price. NHBC guarantees on request.

17. Home Improvements by Larner

01626 206718 / 07881 954049 larnernigel@gmail.com www.hiByLarner.com Facebook: ‘Home Improvements By Larner’ For loft conversions, small extensions, new conservatories, kitchens and bathrooms, alterations, replacement windows (wood or PVCu), driveways and more. No job too large or too small. Free quotations.

13. ARG Services

01392 460422 / 07890 992957 argservicesexeter@gmail.com All home improvements and building alterations.

14. Aspire – Construction (previously known as JR Cheeseman)

07958 516642 jeremy@aspire365.co.uk www.aspire365.co.uk Facebook: ‘j.r.cheeseman’ Extensions, conversions, new builds, kitchens and bathrooms from friendly builders with an excellent reputation created over 20 years. Expect high quality work on budget. Gas and electrics within the team means no problems co-ordinating suppliers. See their excellent work on their website. ‘Brilliant!’

18. LMC Building Contractors

07583 166535 lmcconstruction@outlook.com LMC Builders enjoy a loyal customer base built on quality of workmanship. For general building, extensions, renovations, loft conversions and more.

With an in-house team you don’t have to worry about coordinating all trades. ‘Clean, tidy and professional’.

19. LPS Property Services

07780 620894 lps2501@outlook.com www.LPS-PropertyServices.co.uk Extensions, groundwork, house repointing, plastering and rendering, patios, garden walls, painting and decorating and more. No VAT charged, happy to consider smaller jobs. ‘Prompt, Efficient, Polite, Competitive, Great Job.’

Jeremy and Marcus of Aspire (feature 14, above)

More recommended Builders overleaf .......................

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25. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens &

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Harmonious Homes

20. Penfield Construction Ltd.

01395 260168 / 07891 673172 enquiries@urban-earth.co.uk www.urban-earth.co.uk Beautiful extensions, annexes, kitchens, garages, orangeries, sun-rooms, bespoke outdoor offices and garden rooms. Designed bespoke to seamlessly enhance your existing home and fully complement your outdoor environment, by Multi-Award-Winning construction and landscaping business. Working with local architects to provide designs and planning permission for projects. Using a Chartered Quantity Surveyor for costing your job – to ensure a ‘no surprise policy’ which takes good care of your budgets and protects your investments. ‘Absolutely first class’, ‘way beyond our expectations’. Priding themselves on delivering an exceptional customer journey and end product.

07881 482847 info@penfieldpm.co.uk www.penfieldpm.com ‘Quite simply the best builder we have ever dealt with’. High quality renovations and alterations, with a particular emphasis on carpentry – so ideal for work including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, garage conversions, etc. Specialists in lime plastering and period property restoration. Recommended as ‘polite, confident and professional.’

21. P&G Saunders and Sons

01823 680245 / 07971 833397 phillipsaunders@hotmail.co.uk www.pandgsaundersandsons.co.uk For everything from a retaining wall or stone wall to a barn conversion. Experienced general builders and plasterers at affordable rates with a high standard of finishing. Recommended as ‘well organised, friendly, efficient’.

Burglar Alarms See also Security.

See Aspire (feature 90).

22. Luke Spiller Construction

07512 330538 lsconstruction28@gmail.com Professional, polite general builder proud of his attention to detail. For extensions, conversions, garden walls and more. Specialising in bricklaying, calling on his own trusted network of tradespeople as needed. Recommended as ‘very good, very reliable, he uses good people’.

Car Sales, Car Servicing See Garages for Car Servicing, Tyres and Body Repairs.

Carpenters and Joiners See also Fencing, Flooring, Kitchens and Bathrooms, Bathrooms, Roofing, Garden Buildings. For smaller jobs see also Handyman, also Home Maintenance.

For weatherboard external cladding see Smart PVCu (feature 51) also The Green Window Company (feature 50).

23. TD Builders

07751 738092 mike2500@live.co.uk Recommended to us for being ‘friendly, tidy, and above all – extremely reliable’. Terry Woolley and his team perform all building work at very competitive prices including extensions, renovations and roofing.

In business for over 30 years, offering guarantees on all work.

26. AJT Carpentry

24. TDW Builders Ltd.

07828 118917 FletcherCarpentry@hotmail.com Facebook: ‘Fletcher Carpentry’ Jonah Fletcher performs most carpentry and building work including: door hanging; skirting and architraves; flooring; stud work; decking; fencing; cladding; timber frame extensions; garden rooms; cut roofs and other building works. ‘He’s brilliant!’, ‘tidy, clean, and reasonably priced’.

07917 717089 info@ajtcarpentry.co.uk For all your carpentry needs including: repairs; kitchen fitting and alterations; internal and external doors; frames and locks. No VAT charged. ‘Always prompt, helpful and his work is excellent.’

27. Fletcher Carpentry

07951 475671 tdwbuildersltd@hotmail.co.uk For new builds, extensions, renovations, alterations, fitted kitchens (including Howdens), patios, landscaping and decorating. TDW are experienced professionals with most work from recommendations or introductions from architects and building inspectors. Proud of their quality of workmanship, the respect they show the customer and the care they take of your property.

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28. I M Carpentry

32. Zero Dry Time

07790 033606 iainmoodie29@gmail.com Iain Moodie has 24 years’ carpentry experience and is NVQ level 3 qualified. He undertakes all your carpentry needs: from hanging internal and external doors and frames; lock fitting; staircases; cut and truss roofs; Velux roof light fitting; bespoke cupboards and wardrobes to fit any space; designing and fitting kitchens; flooring and lots more. All jobs considered.

Free quotations. No VAT. Clean, prompt and friendly service. ‘Very reliable, has the ‘old’ work ethic’. ‘He puts in a good day’s work, cares about what he does, and clears up well’.

01392 240842 jg.santos@zerodrytime.com www.ZDTeastdevon.co.uk Exceptional and efficient low-moisture carpet cleaning.

Latest in technology, process and equipment. Carpets are left spotless, sanitised, smelling great and ready to be walked on. Upholstery cleaning utilising lowmoisture, quick-drying process, leaving your upholstery deodorised, sanitised and stain protected. Hard floor cleaning and sealing. Professionally trained, natural stone, ceramic, porcelain and all vinyls. Wooden floor restoration – sandless, dust-free. Local family run business and fully insured, Domestic and commercial work undertaken.

29. MH Carpentry

07925 088842 HarwoodCreationsCarpentry@gmail.com Facebook: ‘MH Carpentry’ Experienced joiner/carpenter for fitted furniture, bespoke storage, doors, windows, decking, pergolas, garden buildings and much more. ‘Polite, efficient and the level of work provided was superb!’

Carpets See Flooring and Carpets.

CCTV See Phone & Broadband (feature 12). also Aspire (feature 56).

30. S.B.Carpentry and Renovations

Celebrants

07775 636533 Sbcarpentry121@gmail.com www.sbccr.co.uk Facebook: ‘S.B.Carpentry and Renovations’ Stuart Bailey is a very hard worker with a keen eye for detail, who is polite, punctual, clean and tidy. Fully qualified carpenter with over 10 years’ experience for doors; fitted kitchens; loft conversions; summer houses and garden buildings; fencing; roofing; flooring including wooden floors and parquet. Also fascias, soffits and gutters. Versatile for other home maintenance tasks while on site.

33. Ceremonies with Lisa

07359 771045 hello@CeremoniesWithLisa.co.uk www.CeremoniesWithLisa.co.uk Modern family celebrant, who helps you create the perfect ceremony for your event – be it a wedding, a birth, or a funeral. You will enjoy an event as unique as you are, or that recognises and pays tribute to someone special for all they were to you.

Highly recommended for her ‘attention to detail, thoughtfulness and kindness’. For weddings, civil partnerships, funerals, celebrations of life, memorials, living funerals, naming ceremonies, renewals of vows and more. Call Lisa for a relaxed chat about what you want for your memorable day.

Carpet Cleaning 31. Absolutely Brilliant Carpet Cleaning

Andy: 07876 298330 Tony: 07468 422434 info@abcarpetcleaning.co.uk www.abcarpetcleaning.co.uk Carpet and upholstery cleaning specialists. DBS checked advanced member of the National Carpet Cleaners Association – guaranteeing they are fully trained and insured. Domestic and commercial. They also offer carpet repairs, stain and moth treatment, stain protection and carpet cleaner hire (free delivery and collection). Over 200 five star reviews across various social media platforms. ‘He was very thorough’, ‘a really good service from a charming young man’.

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Chimney Services and Chimney Sweeps

Courier Services

See also Woodburning Stoves.

For chimney repairs see Builders, also Roofing.

For roofers specialising in chimney repairs see Ridge Roofing Ltd. and Scaffolding Services (feature 121).

See Removals, also Man and Van service.

34. A+E Chimney Sweep

36. Devon Curtains & Blinds

Curtains and Blinds See also Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

07393 536396 sweep@AandEchimney.co.uk www.AandEchimney.co.uk Friendly, honest and careful chimney sweep service from husband-and-wife team Ewan and Amy. Offering power sweeping, manual sweeping, chimney inspections, birds nest removals and minor stove repairs. For your peace of mind, they are fully insured and members of NACS; they’ll also leave your home spic and span.

See Foot Health Care.

01392 444208 hello@DevonCurtainsBlinds.co.uk www.DevonCurtainsBlinds.co.uk Husband-and-wife team Lee and Joanne Morgan offer a full curtain, blinds and wooden shutter installation service. Advice and consultation in the comfort of your own home; measuring; making and fitting. Joanne has over 25 years’ experience making high quality curtains and blinds, altering curtains plus a variety of soft furnishings. Suppliers including Sanderson, Romo, Prestigious Textiles, Laura Ashley and more.

All manufacturing performed locally, all products fully guaranteed, no pushy sales tactics.

Cladding

37. Soft Options

Chiropodists, Podiatrists and Foot Health Care

91 High St, Honiton, EX14 1PG 01404 44638 andy@softoptionshoniton.co.uk www.softoptionshoniton.co.uk Soft Options offers a comprehensive in-house service, from measuring to making and fitting of bespoke curtains and blinds, cushions and lampshades.

They offer fabrics from a wide variety of prestigious manufacturers, as well as high quality wooden or metal poles and tracks, and paint by Sanderson.

See Double Glazing Installers, also Home Maintenance, also Handyman, also Carpenters, also Builders.

Cleaning See also Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance.

Commercial Roof Cleaning with Protective Preservative Coating: Commercial properties can extend the life of roofing and cladding with 10, 20 and 30 year spray-on coating which is 100% environmentally friendly. Solar panels can be supplied and installed at the same time. See Simon Santucci Decorators (feature 42).

Damp Proofing, Timber Preservation and Woodworm

Computers For phone and tablet repair see also Phone Repair.

See also Broadband and WiFi.

38. Prokil

01392 322092 / 07774 330515 exeter@prokil.co.uk www.prokil.co.uk Industry-leading damp treatment, timber preservation and basement waterproofing company. Specialists at solving problems with damp, condensation, woodworm and rot. Damp surveys and reports, woodworm surveys. Happy to undertake building works as required. Residential and commercial. Damp and woodworm treatments come with guarantees of 10-20 years (depending on the service). PCA trained surveyors (Property Care Association). ‘The quality of work was excellent. All the staff were lovely chaps – respectful of my house, and some of the cleanest builders I’ve ever used!’

35. Care 4 IT

13 Blackboy Road, Exeter, EX4 6SG 01392 210112 / 07792 805352 info@care4it.biz www.care4it.biz PC, laptop, Mac, smartphone, game console and tablet repairs. Website design and mobile app development. ‘Repaired a laptop fault when others couldn’t.’

Conservatories See Window Warehouse Devon Ltd. (feature 52).

For conservatories, see Double Glazing and Conservatories, also Windows and Doors, also Builders.

For conservatory blinds see Blinds.

For conservatory blinds, also free-standing awnings for external seating areas which can be away from the house see Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

For double glazing window and door repairs see Smart PVCu (feature 51).

Decking See Fencing, also Garden Services, also Carpenters and Joiners, also Pressure Washing.

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Commercial properties can extend the life of cladding and roofing with 10, 20 and 30-year spray-on coating which is 100% environmentally friendly. Solar panels can be supplied and installed at the same time. Fully insured, VAT registered. Insurance claims carried out.

They may not be the cheapest, but the quality of their work is outstanding. See website and Facebook for countless excellent testimonials and reviews! Please call for a no obligation consultation.

Decorators See also Home Maintenance.

To rejuvenate your exterior paintwork contact Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

39. Blundell Decorators

01884 35894 / 07854 682986 wblundell610@gmail.com Facebook: ‘Blundell Decorators’ CheckATrade: ‘Blundell Decorators’ Friendly and professional service for all aspects of interior and exterior decorating to high standards.

Painting, wallpapering, tiling, most maintenance and minor repairs where required. Happy to help you choose colours and designs. Over 35 years’ experience, very well recommended on CheckATrade and Facebook.

43. Terry Smyth Painting Contractors

01392 436907 info@terrysmyth.co.uk www.terrysmyth.co.uk A family business established since 1949, who pride themselves on being good value, efficient, professional and fully insured. Recommended because ‘the work was excellent’. Domestic and commercial, providing free quotations including advice on colour matching and finishes. Using only the best quality internal and external decorating materials to ensure a lasting finish. Wallpapering experts, approved contractors for Devon and Cornwall Police, covering a 40-mile radius of Exeter.

40. Jon Hook Decorating and Plumbing Services

07789 742328 pickupthebrush@hotmail.com Decorator of 26 years’ experience. Interior and exterior work undertaken. Qualified for plumbing work and other odd jobs if needed. Recommended for his careful approach. ‘Quiet, intelligent, a real pleasure to have in the house’.

41. MCD Painting and Decorating

01392 432943 / 07792 297185 markdowney@live.co.uk Experienced, friendly decorator who takes great pride in his work. Recommended as: ‘reliable, quiet and conscientious’. Fully insured.

42. Simon Santucci Decorators (Est. 1987)

– Domestic and Commercial

Terry Smyth Painting Contractors (above )

01392 241287 / 07977 905772 simon.santucci@googlemail.com www.simonsantuccidecorators.com Friendly Simon Santucci and his team deliver the very highest quality internal and external decorating and property maintenance. Domestic and commercial with a 2 year Dulux guarantee.

Interior airless spray painting – ideal for large areas and commercial units. Dust-free sanding equipment used for less mess, quicker working and smoother surfaces. Kitchen doors and units transformed! Specialist long life external coatings division, with a thick, durable, breathable coating also suitable for cob and stone buildings. Full preparation, pressure washing and render repairs carried out prior to application. High protection and low maintenance for your home (10-15 year life expectancy).

44. Frank Stevens – Painter and Decorator

01392 851965 / 07909 606442 www.FrankThePainter.co.uk For internal painting and decorating. Honest, reliable and polite, always striving to do the best job possible, recommended as ‘absolutely fantastic!’

45. Watkins Property Maintenance

07760 164917 info@watkinspm.co.uk www.WatkinsPM.co.uk For all interior and exterior painting and decorating, Paul Watkins was recommended as ‘trustworthy and reliable, does a superb job!’ Multi-skilled with 16 years’ experience, Paul can also help with other property maintenance tasks like patios, carpentry, fencing and decking, laminate, wood and vinyl flooring. No obligation quotations and free estimates.

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48. Cullompton Glass & Glazing Ltd.

Demolition

For TV configuring see Aerials – TV and Satellite.

01884 34131 info@cullomptonglass.co.uk www.cullomptonglass.co.uk Over 20 years’ experience providing everything to do with windows, doors and conservatories. Glass, glazing, double glazing, secondary glazing. PVC, wooden doors and windows, composite doors, double glazed unit replacement (for misted glass), fascias, soffits, cladding.

Wide range of contemporary and traditional styles.

FENSA registered, proud of their high standards of service and expert knowledge on what will work best for your property. GGFi insurance backed guarantees.

Recommended as: ‘professional, friendly and expert’, ‘charges were incredibly reasonable’.

46. C&D Appliances

49. Delux Windows

See Shift It (feature 134), also Asbestos Solutions Southwest Ltd. (feature 6).

Digital TV See Aerials – TV and Satellite.

Dishwasher Repair See Domestic Appliance Repair.

DJs See Mobile Discos.

Domestic Appliance Repairs

01392 949122 / 07598 316622 sales@deluxwindows.co.uk www.deluxwindows.co.uk Beautiful, high-quality windows, doors, bi-folds, sunrooms and extensions to suit all homes – old and new. For light-filled living rooms, flat glass and lantern roof-lights for sky-rooms, life-changing upgrades to your ‘forever home’. PVC or low-profile aluminium.

Reliable, energy efficient and affordable. Also fascias, soffits and guttering, replacement sealed units for broken or misted windows. ‘Great windows and doors with excellent service. The fitting team were slick and efficient and cleaned up fantastically.’ ‘They made our vision a reality.’ Family business with over 30 years’ experience, using a friendly team and specialist trades – many found elsewhere in OurLocalExpert! Free quotes. Accredited FENSA installer, IWA insurance backed guarantees, Three Best Rated: Certificate of Excellence holders.

123 Old Tiverton Road, Exeter, EX4 6LD 01392 278500 enquiries@cdappliances.com www.cdappliances.com C&D take pride in their customer service. They offer a call out service to repair washing machines, cookers and dryers, and carry a huge range of spare parts.

Other small appliances can be brought into the shop for a prompt repair. Recommended for ‘first class service’.

Doors For fire doors see Luke and Eugene Carpentry Ltd. (L.E.C.) (feature 91).

For a wide range of UPVC doors and fixings at competitive prices to both domestic customers and trade installers visit Window Warehouse Devon Ltd. (feature 52).

See also Double Glazing, also Windows and Doors, also Carpenters and Joiners.

Double Glazing, PVC, Aluminium and Conservatories See also Windows and Doors.

For repairs to handles, catches, hinges, etc. see FirstChoice Locksmiths (feature 94).

See also Home Improvements by Larner (feature 17).

47. CSHI (SW) Ltd.

01392 790890 / 07476 348118 info@cshi.co.uk www.cshi.co.uk Highly recommended for conservatories, PVC and aluminium windows and doors, bi-folds, insulated conservatory roofs and more. All windows ‘A’ rated and very high quality. 20 years’ experience. All work with 10 year insurance backed guarantee. ‘Professional, reliable and competitively priced.’

The Green Window Company (feature 50, right )

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50. The Green Window Company

Drains and Drain Cleaning

Visit showroom at: 125 Exeter Rd, Exmouth, EX8 1QE 01395 270299 / 07792 857877 info@thegreenwindowcompany.co.uk www.thegreenwindowcompany.co.uk High quality windows, doors and conservatories from a wide product range, including: PVC; aluminium; hardwood; steel and composite in many colours.

High quality glass verandas, awnings and carports in a range of styles. Also installing maintenance-free Cedral external cladding. Russell Frame’s Exmouth family business pride themselves on the highest levels of customer care and service. Free no obligation quotes prepared promptly. High quality installers who take pride in their work and respect your home. All products and installation covered by 10yr insurancebacked guarantee. Highly recommended for their communication: ‘Russell bends over backwards to make sure that the customer is happy’. See gallery on their excellent website.

See also Plumbers. For drainage, see Groundworks.

Aaron Vanstone of DrainWizard (feature 53, below) 53. Drain Wizard

0800 1076063 / 01392 461670 07834 712345 info@drainwizard.co.uk www.drainwizard.co.uk Blocked drains; free CCTV survey of the unblocked drain, drain cleaning, repairs, excavation and renewal.

Water mains supply and repairs. Also CCTV drain surveys, sewer connections; septic tanks and light plumbing. Drain Wizard are a personal family business offering competitive fixed prices with no call out charge. SafeContractor, all work guaranteed.

51. Smart PVCu

07766 130369 / 07467 492888 smartPVCu@gmail.com PVCu conservatories, windows, doors, fascias, soffits, roofline, weatherboard cladding and all double glazing repairs. Dormer windows can be replaced while also upgrading the thermal barrier (insulation) of your roof.

Also high quality glass balustrades and composite decking. Quality profiles used for a long life. 10 year warranty on glass and plastic. Your windows are fitted by the same well presented, experienced professionals who visit you to quote. ‘Their pricing was competitive, their work was superb, and they were nice people to have around’.

54. Mallett Drainage

24/7: 07498 153266 / 01404 814711 MallettDrainage@gmail.com www.MallettDrainage.co.uk All aspects of drain unblocking and repair. Free CCTV drain investigation (access permitting) for all customers. A local, trustworthy, family business.

Working to your budget – clearly explaining the differences between a short-term fix or longer lasting repair. Can consult on home insurance policies. Highly competitive prices and no call out fees.

52. Window Warehouse Devon Ltd.

Langlands Business Park, Uffculme, Cullompton, EX15 3DA 01884 841302 / 07971 192981 windowwarehouse72@gmail.com www.windowwarehousedevon.co.uk Everything PVCu in one place at very competitive prices for local installers and DIY. Windows and doors, bi-fold doors, aluminium windows, double glazing, sash windows, composite doors, French doors, conservatories, fascias, soffits, guttering, porches and car ports, window and door repairs. Also plastic trim, fixings, silicones, replacement sealed units and more. Premium products from leading manufacturers including Solidor and Linear. No project too large or too small. Fast efficient service using their own network of recommended installers built from 25 years in the trade.

Driveway Cleaning See Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

Driveways, Patios and Hard Landscaping See also Groundworks and Excavations, also Garden Services and Gardening, also Builders.

55. Priory Paving Ltd.

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01392 874555 / 07962 231501 sam@priory-paving.com www.priory-paving.co.uk For driveways, patios, pathways, walls, fencing and artificial lawns. Marshalls, Tobermore, Stonemarket and Bradstone approved installers.

‘Their workmanship and attention to detail has been excellent.’ ‘Hardworking and cheerful in the wettest of conditions’. Free estimates.

59. Morrell Electrical Ltd.

Electrical Appliance Repair

01626 572112 info@morrellelectrical.co.uk www.morrellelectrical.co.uk For all your domestic and commercial electrical solutions: installations; electrical testing; fault finding; PAT testing; cabling for WiFi; data points; Smart Home and AV installations; solar PV and battery storage; OZEV approved vehicle charging points and more.

NICEIC Domestic Installer (Part P) City & Guilds qualified, free estimates. Small jobs welcomed, all areas covered. With a fast, friendly service. ‘Very courteous’, ‘always on time’.

See Domestic Appliance Repair.

Electricians Many changes to your electrical wiring installations require approval under Part P. This includes all work in special locations within bathrooms, any new circuits and the replacement of a consumer unit. An electrician registered for Part P will be able to self-certify the work without the need for a Building Control application.

For emergency response see SJ Electrical (feature 60), also Aspire (feature 56).

For solar PV, EV charge points and battery energy storage (including Tesla Powerwall) see Flex Eco Services Ltd. (feature 125).

For lighting specialist see Lammers Electrical Devon (feature 58).

For EV charge points see SJ Electrical (feature 60) also Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

60. SJ Electrical

01392 410868 / 07798 747302 Sjelecserv@gmail.com All work to current regulations. NAPIT registered, City and Guilds trained, Part P approved. Covering all electrical work. EV charge points. Safety inspections, testing, design and installation from a light switch to a full rewire. For all your electrical needs.

56. Aspire – Electrical (previously known as Electrical and Security Solutions Ltd.)

07977 538844 All domestic electrical, lighting and security work to the highest standards.

Equity Release See Premier Financial Planning Ltd. (feature 89).

Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance

57. Hewart Electrical Ltd.

07515 643949 ahewart@hotmail.co.uk Facebook: ‘Hewart Electrical’ Priding themselves on a tidy, reliable and reasonably priced service, Hewart Electrical serve all your electrical needs. From moving sockets to new installations and extensions. NICEIC (Part P) approved contractor. Domestic and commercial. ‘Very pleasant to have around’, ‘does a beautiful job and nothing’s too much trouble’.

See also Driveway Cleaning, also Gutter Clearing.

See Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

58. Lammers Electrical Devon

61. Brillsville Market, St Thomas

Fabrics See Soft Options (feature 37).

Farmers’ Markets Devon produces some of the best food in the country – enjoy it at source! Support and meet local farmers and producers, reduce food miles.

07513 281753 ThomasLammers@hotmail.co.uk Thomas Lammers is a perfectionist with over 12 years’ experience in all aspects of domestic and commercial installation work, as well as EICR completion.

Passionate about lighting design. He will always treat your home with the utmost respect.

King’s Arms Car Park, Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter, EX4 1AA Facebook: ‘Brillsville Market St Thomas’ Every second Saturday of the month.

Fresh produce, handmade crafts, delicious food, and unique gifts. Usually including Repair Cafe for your broken items 10am-12pm.

62. Crediton Farmers’ Market

Market Square info@creditonfarmersmarket.org.uk 10am-1pm.

First and third Saturdays of the month Promising ‘a true taste of Devon’. A wide range of organic and conventional produce with all stallholders living within 30 miles of the market.

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63. Cullompton Farmers’ Market

Financial Advice

On the High Street 07930 928077 www.cullomptonfarmersmarket.com 9:30am-12:30pm.

2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.

The first farmers’ market in Devon. Quality local food, drink and gifts for locals and visitors, with all of the stallholders selling produce they grew, reared, or created themselves.

See Independent Financial Advisers, also Accountancy.

64. Exeter Farmers’ Market

For hard floor cleaning, see Carpet Cleaning, also Gutter Clearing.

Fire Alarms See Security, also Electricians.

Fireplaces See Woodburning Stoves, also Chimney Services.

Floor Cleaning

At the crossroads of South Street and Fore Street 01392 665480 9am-1pm. Thursdays.

Established to give local producers of fruit, vegetables and foodstuffs a retail outlet direct to the public.

Flooring and Carpets See also Carpets, also Screeding, also Carpenters and Joiners, also Tiling, also Property Maintenance.

For ‘invisible’ carpet repairs see Absolutely Brilliant Carpet Cleaning (feature 31).

For laminate, wood and vinyl flooring see Watkins Property Maintenance (feature 45).

For wooden floors and parquet flooring see S.B.Carpentry and Renovations (feature 30).

For wooden floor restoration see Zero Dry Time (feature 32).

For floor screeding see Southcoast Liquid Screeding Ltd. (feature 124).

Fascias and Soffits See Double Glazing (for uPVC), also Roofing, also Builders.

For cleaning see Gutter Clearing.

Fencing, Decking, Gates and Timber Buildings Cheaper is seldom better. The lowest quotes may be unrealistic prices which cannot be achieved without cutting corners or by charging you more than originally quoted. All the businesses in Our Local Expert have been recommended for good quality service and value for money.

67. All Floors

01392 963811 / 01884 33811 allflooring@hotmail.com www.allfloorings.co.uk A wide range of carpets, laminate, vinyl, safety flooring and Karndean, plus many ranges of high quality wood flooring with a variety of finishes. Domestic and commercial. Free expert advice and no obligation quotations in your home or business arranged at times to suit you. Expert, experienced and conscientious fitters.

For composite decking – which looks like real wood but requires little to no maintenance and won’t rot, twist or splinter, also glass balustrades – see Smart PVCu (feature 51).

For domestic and agricultural fencing using high quality materials and a meticulous attention to detail see also Wildwood Trees & Timber (feature 132).

See also Fletcher Carpentry (feature 27).

See also Garden Services, also Carpenters.

68. Sowton Carpet Mills

Units 2-4 Exhibition Way, Pinhoe, EX4 8JD 01392 468157 info@sowtonmills.com www.sowtonmills.com A fast friendly service offering a large selection of carpet and vinyl samples, which can be ordered and fitted within 10 days of selection. Home visits allow you to assess samples ‘in situ’. Their many repeat customers value their good value for money, fair price and quality of fitting. ‘Neil knows his carpets and floor coverings and has made recommendations which have turned out to be excellent. His team also do a super job of fitting too.’

65. Gorilla Grounds and Gardens

01392 345794 admin@gorillasw.com www.gorillasw.com From post-and-rail fences to full height boundary fences with a 24 month minimum guarantee on materials and workmanship.

66. SM Landscaping & Fencing

07922 459957 info@SMLandscapingAndFencing.co.uk www.SMLandscapingAndFencing.co.uk A family run business providing a wide range of professional services including: fencing, decking, screening, timber structures, paving, shingle landscaping, stone and timber borders, re-pointing, hedging, grass cutting and much more! Recommended as: ‘the most hardworking, reliable and knowledgeable gardener possible’.

You can also find Our Local Expert online at 11

Foot Health Professional

Garages for Car Servicing, Tyres and Body Repairs

69. Rachael Chart

72. Best Tyres Autocentre

Foot Health Practitioner (mobile service) SAC. DIP. FHP.

Furniture

2 Verney Street, Exeter, EX1 2AW 01392 411100 36-37 Well St, Exeter, EX4 6QQ 01392 256864 info@BestTyresExeter.co.uk www.exeter-tyres.co.uk Great customer service on all makes and models.

Servicing and repairs, MOTs, tyres (mobile fitting service available), exhausts, vehicle remapping and more. Members of Trading Standards ‘Buy With Confidence’ scheme.

For bespoke furniture see Carpenters and Joiners.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

01392 215695 / 07792 511605 Rachaelchart21@gmail.com Footcare in the comfort of your home. Removal of corns, callus, hard skin, toenail cutting, reducing thickened nails.

Fridge and Freezer Repair See Domestic Appliance Repairs.

5% NHS discount on presenting a valid NHS badge 5% discount on presentation of Our Local Expert.

Gaming For game console repairs see Care 4 IT (feature 35).

73. Drivers Choice (Exeter) Ltd.

Unit 7 Grace Road West, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8PU 01392 490706 / 07867 546990 driverschoice@mail.com www.driverschoiceexeter.co.uk Priding themselves on value for money, experience and excellent customer service, Drivers Choice provide competitive MOTs, all servicing and repairs, diagnostics and welding. Recommended as ‘most reliable, efficient, obliging, trustworthy, friendly services over a number of years.’ 8.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri.

All featured businesses have been recommended.

Garage Doors / Gates 70. Garage Door & Automation

Company (Est. 1986)

Showroom at: 7/8 Swan Units, Sowton Industrial Estate, EX2 7LL 07730 433180 (emergency) 01392 444140 info@garagedoors.uk.com www.garagedoors.uk.com Installation, repairs, servicing and spares for all styles of garage doors (automated and standard), automated gates, roller-doors, entrance screens, doors barriers and bollards. Minor building works where required.

Quick and efficient service.

74. Harrison Brett Greenslades

Hybrid House, 80 Summerway, Exeter, EX4 8DS 01392 274786 / 01392 255432 GreensladesServiceGarage@hotmail.co.uk Cheerful, dependable family garage for MOTs, repairs, tyres and diagnostics to all types of cars.

DPF cleaning for diesel exhausts. ‘Always had a good experience with them.’

71. Paramount Garage Doors

Freephone: 0800 9176054 01392 308036 paramountgaragedoors@live.com www.paramountgaragedoors.co.uk One of the most recommended businesses in OurLocalExpert. Paramount supply and install all makes of garage doors and automation equipment.

They also perform repairs to all types of garage doors.

Dealing with all major manufacturers and suppliers, so you can find a door to suit your style and budget. 28 years’ experience, consistently well recommended for being polite, quick and efficient – for both repairs and installations. Working to the motto: ‘Your Satisfaction is Our Future’.

Mike and Bill of Paramount Garage Doors (feature 71, left) 12

77. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes

Garden Buildings See also MH Carpentry (feature 29).

For free standing awnings for external seating areas which can be away from the house see Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

For high quality glass verandas, awnings and carports see The Green Window Company (feature 50).

As landscape designers, Urban Earth (feature 77) really understand how to incorporate your outdoor living space into your garden (and vice-versa). For garden rooms, sheltered spaces, outdoor kitchens and more.

See also Fencing, also Garden Services, also Carpenters and Joiners.

01395 260168 / 07891 673172 enquiries@urban-earth.co.uk www.urban-earth.co.uk Garden designs that reflect your lifestyle and bring to reality the full potential of your outdoor environment. With an in-house award-winning design and landscaping team, Urban Earth pride themselves on their fastidious attention to detail and can ensure the seamless delivery of your project from start to finish. Creating beautiful, bespoke outdoor spaces that can highlight the symbiosis between nature and the built environment for an outdoor space unique to you. Proud members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and Association of Professional Landscapers (APL).

75. Sheds Direct Devon Ltd.

Extensive display site at: Wards Cross, Broadclyst, Exeter, EX5 3DB 01404 823610 info@shedsdirectdevon.co.uk www.shedsdirectdevon.co.uk Good quality garden buildings delivered and installed on an agreed date. Sheds, summer houses, workshops, garages, fully insulated garden offices with electricity, hobby rooms or any other garden buildings, built to your specification. Price includes 1yr warranty on all work. Call for free brochure. ‘Excellent service.’

We want to know your experiences of featured businesses so we can maintain our high quality standards.

Garden Machinery 78. Paul Prettejohn

– Garden Machinery and Groundcare

Coombeshead Farm, Luppit, Honiton, EX14 4RZ 01404 890257 / 07775 902878 paul.prettejohn@btopenworld.com www.paulprettejohn.co.uk Sales, servicing, hire and parts for all garden machinery including robotic mowers, with local collection and delivery. Showroom in Luppit (near Honiton). Warranty work carried out for all major machinery suppliers. All carried out in house by experienced, qualified engineers.

Sheds Direct Devon Ltd. (above)

Garden Design 76. Lady Horticulturist

– Right Plants, Right Place!

01392 251265 / 07720 714720 ladyhort824@yahoo.com www.LadyHorticulturist.co.uk Claire Forster is an RHS accredited Horticultural Consultant whose 20 years’ experience help you achieve your dream garden, to become the envy of your friends and family! Re-planting schemes, border-design, garden-schedule plans, visualisation with design software. ‘Extremely knowledgeable’, ‘very hardworking’, ‘has a really good way of gauging what you know and helping you achieve what you want.’

Registered consultant with the Gardeners Guild, regularly booked for consultations and talks. Happy to work collaboratively with your gardener/landscaper or to recommend from her own network.

Claire Forster – Lady Horticulturist (feature 76) 13

82. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes

Garden Services, Gardening and Landscaping Cheaper does not mean better. The lowest quotes may be unrealistic prices which cannot be achieved without cutting corners or by charging you more than originally quoted. All the businesses in Our Local Expert have been recommended for good quality service and value for money.

01395 260168 / 07891 673172 enquiries@urban-earth.co.uk www.urban-earth.co.uk Multi-award winning Landscape Design and Construction business working with you, creating your ideal garden retreat from concept to completion.

Projects range from the most simplistic to designing the more complex high-end extensive landscaping.

Working in harmony with the surrounding environment to bring you more fulfilling and enjoyable times outdoors. Employing highly skilled and qualified designers and artisan craftsmen. Proud members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and Association of Professional Landscapers (APL); approved installers for Marshalls, Bradstone and Millboard. ‘Absolutely first class’, ‘on time, within budget’, ‘way beyond our expectations’. Priding themselves on delivering an exceptional customer journey and end product.

See also Garden Design, also Handyman, also Home Maintenance, also Property Maintenance, also Brickwork, Bricklaying and Stonewalls, also Driveways, also Fencing, also Garden Machinery, also Garden Buildings, also Tree Surgeons.

For problems with moles see Elephant Pest Control (feature 98).

For pergolas, garden buildings, fencing, decking see also MH Carpentry (feature 29).

See also SM Landscaping & Fencing (feature 66).

79. Briscoe Tree Care

07825 002362 jonbriscoe@hotmail.com www.exetertreesandhedges.co.uk All aspects of tree work and hedge cutting. All waste removed. Jon Briscoe was recommended as: ‘professional, reliable’, also ‘polite and friendly’. Fully insured and NCH Arb qualified. Free quotes and advice.

Please keep your recommendations coming in!

Gas Maintenance and Repairs See Plumbers.

Check that gas installers are on the GASsafe register – a legal requirement. See www.gassaferegister.co.uk for details.

Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (below)

Gates

80. Gorilla Grounds and Gardens

For automated gates see Garage Door & Automation Company (feature 70).

See also Fencing, also Carpenters and Joiners.

01392 345794 admin@gorillasw.com www.gorillasw.com Grass cutting, hedge trimming, fencing, tree work and general maintenance for larger gardens. Laying, repointing and repairs for patios and paths; landscaping.

Recommended as ‘quick, very clean, very thorough’.

Glass and Glazing See also Cullompton Glass & Glazing Ltd. (feature 48).

83. Smart PVCu

07766 130369 / 07467 492888 smartPVCu@gmail.com All types of double-glazing repairs. Misted units, leaks and moisture problems fixed. Also high quality glass balustrades. ‘Punctual, efficient and polite’.

81. UpKeep Garden and Ground

Services

07786 361777 leejohn.watts@yahoo.com Facebook: ‘@UpKeepSouthWest’ With experience from grounds maintenance on small properties to large estates. LJ can transform, reclaim or just maintain your garden, hedges, trees, lawn, fences, beds and borders. Perfect to spruce-up your outdoor space! Waste removal and garden clearances welcomed. Quick and hardworking at reasonable rates.

Groundworks and Excavation See Drains and Drain Cleaning.

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Gutter and Down Pipe Clearing

Home Technology

Blocked gutters can lead to damp problems and damaged brickwork potentially costing thousands. An annual gutter clean of tree debris and moss helps prevent this problem.

See Digital TV, also Broadband and WiFi, also Security.

House Clearance See Waste Disposal, also Removals.

For gutter clearance see also Home Maintenance.

87. Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter

84. Gorilla Grounds and Gardens

01392 345794 admin@gorillasw.com www.gorillasw.com Clearing and cleaning gutters. Power cleaning driveways, paths and patios to like new. ‘Soft washing’ external paintwork, fencing and garden furniture. Roof cleaning and de-mossing. ‘Prompt, efficient, he removed dirt and grime that had been there 15 years – it’s now pristine!’

01392 427415 / 07887 694873 RuthAmyAllan197@gmail.com For house clearances, rubbish removals and small local removals. Recommended for his ‘old school customer service’, for his reliability and his professionalism.

Gutters

6 Waring Bowen Court, Mill Road, Exeter, EX2 6LY 01392 258252 info@heatonfinancial.co.uk www.heatonfinancial.co.uk A small, well-established firm of experienced professionals committed to providing unbiased and affordable financial advice. Authorised and regulated by the FCA.

Independent Financial Advisers 88. Heaton Financial IFA Ltd.

See Home Maintenance, Builders, Roofing.

See S.B.Carpentry and Renovations (feature 30), see also Ridge Roofing Ltd. and Scaffolding Services (feature 121), see also Window Warehouse Devon Ltd. (feature 52), also Smart PVCu (feature 51), also Delux Windows (feature 49).

Handyman See also Home Maintenance, also Gutter and Down Pipe Clearing.

89. Premier Financial Planning Ltd.

85. Handyman Services

1b Station Road, Pinhoe, Exeter, EX1 3SA 01392 758950 james@pfp-ltd.com www.pinhoeadvice.co.uk Local friendly team with over 40 years’ experience in Financial Services. FCA regulated expert advice across a wide range of areas including equity release, investments, pensions, mortgages, tax planning and life insurance. Proudly featured in the Sunday Times as part of VouchedFor UK Top Rated IFA & Mortgage Advisor list for the last 5 years running.

07703 783378 bazilhenners@gmail.com For all property maintenance repairs, small building services, decorating, patios, paths and all aspects of gardening. No job too small. Free quotations at competitive prices. ‘So thorough, does all tasks brilliantly, polite, friendly, reliable.’

Hard Floor Cleaning See Zero Dry Time (feature 32).

Hedges

Insulation

See Garden Services.

See Home Maintenance, also Handyman.

Home Maintenance

Interiors

See also Builders, Carpenters and Joiners, Garden Services, Gutter and Down Pipe Clearing.

See also Fletcher Carpentry (feature 27).

See Bathrooms, Blinds, Carpets, Curtains, Decorators, Flooring, Kitchens, Tiles and Tiling.

iPhone and iPad Repair

86. Access4Lofts

01392 248419 exeter@access4lofts.co.uk www.access4lofts.co.uk/exeter Utilise wasted space with quick, easily accessible, safe and affordable loft access and storage solutions. Supply and installation of loft hatches, loft ladders, boarding, lighting and insulation. Lifetime guarantee on work.

Nico Wade is repeatedly well recommended by Which?

Trusted Trader as friendly, professional and good value.

See Computers, also Phone Repair.

Joiners See also Carpenters and Joiners.

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92. System Six Kitchens (Est. 1975)

Kitchens and Bathrooms

4 Christow Road, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8QP 01392 285945 info@s6k.co.uk www.SystemSixKitchens.co.uk Experience stunning kitchen designs and installations that exceed your expectations. Whether it’s stylish minimalism or farmhouse chic, System Six Kitchens listens to your practical and aesthetic needs to deliver your perfect kitchen, making the entire process seamless and enjoyable.

• The South West’s largest kitchen manufacturer.

• Independent Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2023.

• 25-year kitchen guarantee.

• Free design appointments.

See also Home Improvements by Larner (feature 17), also see TDW Builders Ltd. (feature 24).

See also Carpenters and Joiners, also Bathrooms, also Builders, also Tiles and Tiling.

For Venetian plastering and micro-cement (grout-free low maintenance alternatives to tiles and natural stone, for surrounds and worktops) see Parkway Plastering (feature 102).

Rejuvenate tired kitchens with a specialist painting service for kitchen cabinets from Simon Santucci Decorators (feature 42).

90. Aspire – Construction

(previously known as JR Cheeseman)

07958 516642 jeremy@aspire365.co.uk www.aspire365.co.uk Facebook: ‘j.r.cheeseman’ Howdens, Bradfords or any choice of kitchen or bathroom installed by a friendly team with an excellent reputation created over 20 years. Granite and quartz worktops available; trade discount at TileFlair (Exeter) shared with you. Expect high quality work on budget. In-house gas, electrics, plastering, tiling and decorating means no problems co-ordinating suppliers. Recommended as ‘professional, reliable, honest and polite’.

The businesses in Our Local Expert have been recommended, so you can be sure of high quality service.

Landscaping See Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes (feature 77).

See also Garden Services and Gardening, also Driveways, Patios and Hard Landscaping, also Tree Surgeons.

91. Luke and Eugene Carpentry Ltd. (L.E.C.)

Luke Mears: 01395 267778 / 07787 341500 lukemearscarpentry@hotmail.com Eugene Evans: 01395 277804 / 07812 571722 eugeneevans02@googlemail.com Kitchen installations, replacement and refurbishments from very well recommended carpenters who have worked in partnership with Howdens for over 10 years.

All trades co-ordinated on your behalf (many of whom already feature in OurLocalExpert!) Luke and Eugene manage the whole process, adding value to your designs with their input through years of experience and understanding of the Howdens range. Fire door specialists. Consistently recommended for being reliable, friendly and for doing a good job at a fair price.

Lawncare See also Garden Services and Gardening.

Letting Agents 93. Palmer Collins Ltd.

Business House, 33 Longbrook Street, Exeter, EX4 6AW 01392 496566 lettings@palmer-collins.co.uk www.palmer-collins.co.uk Palmer Collins have a strong local reputation in the lettings market and apply this experience and knowledge with a friendly and approachable manner.

Services include full property management or find-atenant service, as well as advice on potential property investments. User friendly website for potential tenants. Welcoming, with no shiny suits, they offer competitive rates, and a local office with a prominent window display. Member of the Property Ombudsman.

‘They do everything, so I don’t have to worry’, ‘good at keeping me informed’ a landlord told us.

Lights and Lighting

Eugene and Luke from Luke and Eugene Carpentry Ltd. (above)

See Lammers Electrical Devon (feature 58).

See also Electricians.

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Locksmiths

Mobile Discos, DJs

See also Security.

96. White Rabbit Entertainment

94. FirstChoice Locksmiths

01404 598069 disco@whiterabbit.co.uk www.whiterabbit.co.uk Reliable, experienced and local DJ for all occasions: birthdays, family or office parties and celebrations.

Wedding Reception specialist. Can cater for most age groups so your guests will not be disappointed with the music choice. Playing from your playlist or simple instructions, or leave the selection in the hands of the DJ. DBS checked, PLI Insured, backup equipment.

01392 275389 / 07846 507947 enquiries@firstchoicelocksmith.co.uk www.firstchoicelocksmith.co.uk Local emergency mobile locksmith service. All locks opened, repaired or replaced. uPVC door and window specialists. Free quotations. Trading Standards ‘Buy With Confidence’ approved.

Mobile Phone Repair See Care 4 IT (feature 35).

See also Phone Repair.

Mortgage Advisors See Premier Financial Planning Ltd. (feature 89).

Matt Lettis from FirstChoice Locksmiths (above)

MOTs

95. The Lock Monkey

See Garages for Car Servicing, Tyres and Body Repairs.

07950 148390 info@thelockmonkey.co.uk www.thelockmonkey.co.uk 24/7 service with female engineers on request.

Experts at non-destructive entry for both domestic and commercial clients. No call-out charge with detailed, accurate quotes provided over the phone, and full quotes given before any work commences.

Oil Heating Engineers See AGV Plumbing & Heating (feature 105) also Climate Solutions South West (feature 108).

For oil heating and tank replacements, see LSJD (feature 3).

See also Plumbers.

Oven Cleaners 97. Mr Oven Clean

Loft Conversions

01392 256616 / 07807 744000 info@mr-ovenclean.co.uk www.mr-ovenclean.co.uk Independent family business using a non-toxic cleaning system. No more smoke or unpleasant smells.

No mess, no fuss, your kitchen’s tidy and your oven shining as new.

See S.B.Carpentry and Renovations (feature 30) also Home Improvements by Larner (feature 17).

See also Architects, Builders, Carpenters and Joiners.

Loft Ladders and Insulation See Home Maintenance, also Handyman.

Logs

Oven Repairs and Installation

For delivery of 2m3 and above see Wildwood Trees & Timber (feature 132).

For kiln-dried hardwood logs delivered see also The Stove Company Ltd. (feature 136).

See Domestic Appliance Repairs.

See also Electricians, Plumbers.

Painters and Decorators

LPG

See Decorators.

See AGV Plumbing & Heating (feature 105), also Climate Solutions South West (feature 108).

Patios and Paths

Mains Water Supply

See Driveways, Patios and Hard Landscaping, also Garden Services.

See Drains and Drain Cleaning, also Plumbers.

Man and Van Service

Pensions

For small local moves and house clearances see Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter (feature 87).

See also Afordable Services (feature 118).

See also Waste Disposal.

See Independent Financial Advisers.

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Period Properties

Plasterers

For period property restoration see Penfield Construction Ltd. (feature 20).

See also Restoration.

For lime plastering see also Penfield Construction Ltd. (feature 20).

For floor screeding see Southcoast Liquid Screeding Ltd. (feature 124).

See also Brickwork, Bricklaying and Stonewalls, also Builders.

Pest Control 98. Elephant Pest Control

07925 363600 info@elephantpestcontrol.co.uk www.elephantpestcontrol.co.uk A professional, reliable, safe and efficient local practice for domestic and agricultural clients.

Specialising in mole control, also rats, mice, rabbits, grey squirrels, mink, fleas, ants, wasps, hornets, cluster flies and moths. Full public liability. ‘Works to an excellent standard with great care.’

Phone Repair See also Care 4 IT (feature 35).

99. iFixer

2b The Crescent, Exeter Central Station, Queen St, Exeter, EX4 3SB 01392 210746 info@ifixer.co.uk Trustworthy repairs for your phone, tablet, laptops and PCs. Convenient location with parking. Prompt, polite service. Excellent value.

100. MTM IT

Dean Sharland of Parkway Plastering (below)

01884 693694 / 07446 938 625 help@mtm-it.uk www.mtm-it.uk Call-out repair service in the Mid Devon area for mobile phones, iPhones/Sumsung etc, tablets, PC and laptop repairs – all major manufacturers.

Smashed screens, broken charger ports and much more. IT support for almost all computer and Mac issues. Fast turnaround times, extensive warranties.

102. Parkway Plastering

01392 670779 / 07773 591113 info@parkwayplasteringexeter.co.uk www.PolishedPlasterExeter.co.uk For all your internal and external plastering needs including: lime rendering; cob renovations; listed buildings or preparing surfaces for decorating. Also venetian plastering and micro-cement: decorative, grout-free low-maintenance alternatives to tiles or natural stone. Parkway take pride in keeping your home clean (carpet and hard floor protectors), and they promise an immaculate and first class job. ‘Every effort was made to minimise the disruption, mess and inconvenience’. No VAT charged, credit card payments accepted.

Photographers 101. Sarah Hall Photography

01392 340304 / 07846 459919 info@SarahHallPhotography.co.uk www.SarahHallPhotography.co.uk Award-winning photographer for weddings and events, business and corporate, family and individual portraits in relaxed Devon settings. ‘So many stunning photos’, ‘she captured exactly what I wanted’. Winner: ‘Portrait of Britain’ 2021.

103. P&G Saunders and Sons

01823 680245 / 07971 833397 phillipsaunders@hotmail.co.uk www.pandgsaundersandsons.co.uk All types of interior and exterior plastering and decorating at affordable rates with a high standard of finishing. Includes traditional lime plastering, lime washes and all modern plastering finishes.

Recommended as ‘well organised, friendly, efficient’.

Planning Permission See Simon Spencer MCIAT – Chartered Architectural Technologist (feature 5).

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107. CK One Stop Plumbing Solutions

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01392 425172 / 07852 555603 carl@CKoneStopPlumbingSolutions.co.uk www.CKoneStopPlumbingSolutions.co.uk With over 25 years’ experience, Carl Knill is a WIAPS WaterSafe approved Contractor, promising to exceed your expectations on customer service, efficiency and safety. Free quotes, transparent pricing aimed to suit your budget. ‘He’s reliable, organises jobs well, keeps to schedule and is good with his customers’.

Check that gas installers are on the GASsafe register – a legal requirement. See www.gassaferegister.co.uk for details.

For emergency call-outs see Homesense Property Services Ltd. (feature 111).

For out of hours response see also The Gas Boiler Doctor Ltd. (feature 109), also A Addicott Plumbing and Heating Services Ltd. (feature 104).

For mains water leaks see Drains and Drain Cleaning.

For finance options on new boilers see GW Plumbing. (feature 110).

See also Solar, also Bathrooms.

108. Climate Solutions South West

01392 811420 / 01647 507508 nikk@ClimateSolutionsSouthwest.co.uk www.ClimateSolutionsSouthwest.co.uk Servicing, installations, repairs and maintenance of all domestic gas, oil and LPG heating; solar hot water and plumbing systems. Commercial gas engineers, service, installation, repair, maintenance and safety inspections. GASsafe and OFTEC registered. Trading Standards ‘Buy With Confidence’ member. ‘Extremely competent, very knowledgeable and very helpful’.

Don’t accept a quote over the phone! Central Heating installers are professionals who need to visit your house to understand the intricacies of your home and your heating requirements. The cheapest solution in the short term may not be the best solution for your long-term needs.

104. A Addicott Plumbing and Heating

Services Ltd.

01626 862511 / 07946 098137 addicottplumbing@hotmail.com www.addicottplumbing.co.uk For all your plumbing and central heating needs including drains, boilers, gas fires and cookers. Also boiler servicing and chemical power flushing which cleans your central heating system of debris without the need to remove radiators. Alan is proud of his reputation for a friendly polite service which is good value for money. No job too small, GASsafe and Trading Standards ‘Buy With Confidence’ accredited, all work guaranteed. 24hr emergency call outs.

109. The Gas Boiler Doctor Ltd.

Call Leon on: 01392 308170 07971 188532 info@thegasboilerdoctor.co.uk www.thegasboilerdoctor.co.uk Boiler diagnostics and repairs, boiler installation and servicing, landlord safety checks, central heating upgrades, hot water cylinder installation. Plumbing and heating. 24/7 response. GASsafe registered.

110. GW Plumbing

105. AGV Plumbing & Heating

01626 890431 / 07712 577988 Gworthplumbing@icloud.com Gary Worth performs all domestic heating and plumbing. Accredited Worcester Bosch Installer, which means he can offer extended guarantees of up to 12 years on boilers installed. GASsafe no.304831, no VAT charged on labour. ‘Clean, tidy, did a really good job, for a good price’.

01884 798335 / 07794 797147 info@agvplumbing.co.uk www.agvplumbing.co.uk 15 years’ experience for all plumbing and heating maintenance and installations: water; gas; LPG; solid fuel; underfloor heating; air source heat pumps; leak detection for gas, oil, heating and water. Priding themselves on a reliable and honest service.

111. Homesense Property Services Ltd.

Property, Plumbing and Heating Engineers

106. P & J Chown

Plumbing and Heating Ltd.

07813 676038 rich.stoneman@hotmail.co.uk Heavitree-based plumbers and central heating engineers for over 25 years. Undertaking new boiler installations, repairs and servicing, all types of plumbing, electrical repairs and upgrades. GASsafe registered engineers. WIAPS and SWW approved plumbers scheme members. ‘Extremely attentive’, ‘a pleasure to have working in my home.’

01392 207591 / 07941 026412 info@chownplumbingandheating.co.uk www.chownplumbingandheating.co.uk A husband-and-wife-run local business with over 30 years’ experience, Peter Chown is polite, very reliable, clean and tidy. All plumbing, heating and gas work from changing a tap washer, upgrading your entire central heating system, servicing, landlord certificates or installing your bathroom. GASSafe registered, free quotations.

More recommended Plumbers overleaf .......................

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See also Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

See also Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance.

See Driveway Cleaning.

112. Jon Hook

Plumbing and Decorating Services

07789 742328 pickupthebrush@hotmail.com Qualified plumber with 26 years’ experience, happy to consider small repairs and other odd jobs if needed.

Recommended for his careful approach. ‘Quiet, intelligent, a real pleasure to have in the house’.

Property Maintenance See Watkins Property Maintenance (feature 45).

For exterior restoration and long lasting paint coatings see Simon Santucci Decorators (feature 42).

See also Builders, Carpenters, Decorators, Garden Services, Handyperson, Home Maintenance, Gutter and Downpipe Clearing.

113. Dave Law Plumbing and Heating

01392 436062 / 07732 621264 Plumber of 41 years’ experience! All plumbing and heating. No job too small, no call out charge, no VAT. ‘Reliable, friendly’, ‘methodical, tidy and a very, very pleasant fellow’.

117. Steve Handy Building Services Ltd.

07810 865241 SHBuildingServices@outlook.com Facebook: ‘Steve Handy Building Services Limited’ Qualified plumber and qualified decorator performing most small building services around your home.

Specialising in bathroom installations, tiling, plastering and more. Rightly proud of his customer service and the quality of his finish. Trading Standards ‘Buy With Confidence’ accredited. ‘Hard working with a very, very good standard of finish.’

114. Plumbworx (part of The Worx Devon

Ltd. also incorporating Elecworx)

079 30 079 079 TheWorxDevon@yahoo.com www.TheWorxDevon.co.uk Pete Barlow’s professional team provide a responsive service for plumbing, central heating and underfloor heating jobs of all sizes. Excellent personalised selection service from a wide range of sample products. Priding themselves on being polite, clean and tidy. GASsafe accredited.

Rats See Pest Control.

Removals For small local moves and house clearances see Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter (feature 87).

118. Afordable Services (Est. 2013)

01404 890194 afordableservice@aol.com www.afordableservices.co.uk For removals, man and van, house clearance (registered waste carriers), packing and storage solutions. Charming family business providing a professional, reliable service. Proud of their personal service and attention to detail. Fully insured, DBS checked. ‘Their service is outstanding and very good value for money.’

Ruth Weeks of Rubber Duck Plumbing (below) 115. Rubber Duck Plumbing – Female Plumber

07828 123697 duck@rubber-duck-plumbing.co.uk Ruth Weeks is a fully qualified and insured female plumber, providing a high quality and reliable service. From dripping taps and plumbing-in washing machines to installing a new bathroom – complete with tiling and decorating.

Renewable Energy See Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charge Points, also Plumbers.

116. Seal Plumbing Services

01392 681486 / 07779 645887 ashsps@blueyonder.co.uk www.sealplumbingservices.co.uk For all your plumbing and heating needs, Ashley Earland provides a personal, friendly service. His loyal customer base know and trust his standard of work and his transparency. Boiler servicing, central heating installations, bathrooms, plumbing, and landlord safety checks. No job too small, GASsafe accredited.

Restoration See also Builders, Decorators, Flooring, Carpenters and Joiners, Thatchers.

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122. Salter Roofing Ltd.

Roof Cleaning

01392 875727 info@salterroofing.co.uk www.salterroofing.co.uk For new roofs, all repairs, all forms of flat roofs, fascias and guttering. Slate roof specialists, leadwork, chimneys and more. Velux windows supplied and installed. Fully insured. Satisfying customers with professional work throughout Exeter and East Devon.

See Ridge Roofing Ltd. and Scaffolding Services (feature 121).

See also Commercial Roof Cleaning with Protective Preservative Coating – by Simon Santucci Decorators (feature 42).

For solar panel cleaning and maintenance see Flex Eco Services Ltd. (feature 125).

Roofing

Rubbish Removals

See also Builders, also Thatchers.

For PVCu roofline and weatherboard cladding, also dormer windows and upgrading your dormer insulation see Smart PVCu (feature 51).

For green roofs (living roofs) see Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes (feature 77).

See Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter (feature 87).

Sash Window Repairs See Windows and Doors, also Carpenters and Joiners.

119. Clear Eco Roofing

Scaffolding

01823 669150 / 07719 718748 ClearEcoRoofing@gmail.com www.ClearEcoRoofing.co.uk Second generation roofer, providing the highest standards on all aspects of roofing at a fair price. For flat roofing, slate, tile, GRP and more. Repairs and upgrades. Fully insured. Recommended as: ‘Polite, honest and hardworking. Highly trained and very skillful’.

123. Ridge Scaffolding Services Ltd.

01404 891813 / 07789 555685 ridge.scaffolding@gmail.com Family run business with highly qualified scaffolders.

Free non obligation quotes. Full public and employer’s liability. Domestic, commercial and industrial scaffolding undertaken.

Screeding

120. Premier Roofing Contractors Ltd.

124. Southcoast Liquid Screeding Ltd.

01392 274064 info@premroof.co.uk www.premroof.co.uk Experienced team for all types of roofing. Pitched slate and tile roofs, and flat roofing specialists. High performance felt roofing, Sika/Sarnafil single-ply roofing (PVC), repairs, refurbishment and new work.

Workmanship and material guarantees available.

TrustMark approved members of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors. Free estimates.

07983 155205 / 07790 739177 info@sclscreeding.co.uk www.sclscreeding.co.uk Ross Jeffcoate is renowned for professionalism, knowledge and experience, his great communication, and his desire to get your screeding job absolutely perfect. Cement-based liquid screed, anhydrite liquid screed, laitance removal (‘cement planing’), underfloor heating installation (electric and water systems). For domestic and commercial projects, Ross works with you and your builder to help you choose the most appropriate product for your preference of drying time, strength and depth requirements. Same-day response to quotation requests, over 50+ 5* reviews on Google.

121. Ridge Roofing Ltd. and Scaffolding Services

01404 891813 / 07789 555685 stephen.wattsrr@gmail.com www.ridge-roofing.co.uk Very well recommended family business with over 30 years’ experience, providing exceptional service at competitive prices for both domestic and commercial work. All types of roofing and re-roofing undertaken: slating; tiling; built up felt roofing systems and all single ply roofing. Velux window fitting, UPVC fascias and soffits. All types of chimney work carried out, from replacing a step flashing to re-building. Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors, CHAS accredited, full public and employer liability insurance.

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Security See also Locksmiths, also CCTV, also Electricians.

Septic Tanks and Sewage Treatment See Drain Wizard (feature 53).

Sheds Dave Cornick of Abacus Stone Conservation (feature 11)

For manufacture, delivery and installation of good quality garden buildings see Sheds Direct Devon Ltd. (feature 75).

Shutters

Stone Masons

See Curtains and Blinds.

See Abacus Stone Conservation (feature 11).

See also Brickwork, Bricklaying and Stonewalls.

Skip Hire

Storage

See Waste Disposal.

See Afordable Services (feature 118).

Smart Homes

Stoves and Fireplaces

See Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

See Woodburning Stoves.

Soft Furnishings

Surveyors

See Blinds, also Curtains, also Flooring and Carpets.

See Architectural and Drawing Services.

Solar Panel Cleaning

Tax and Self Assessment

See Flex Eco Services Ltd. (feature 125).

See also Roof Cleaning also Gutter Clearing.

See Accountancy.

Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charge Points

Taxis and Executive Travel

See also Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

For solar hot water see Climate Solutions South West (feature 108).

See also Electricians, also Plumbers.

126. Exec Airport Transfers

01392 327777 07946 408573 / 07393 297868 info@ExecTransfer.co.uk www.ExecAirportTransfers.co.uk A smart, professional and friendly service for airport/ seaport transfers, business travel, wedding cars and more. Take the stress out of travelling – with comfort and refreshment stops bespoke to your requirements.

Recommended as: ‘high quality, affordable, flexible to your needs’. Promising a first class service, and excellent value for money, in their E and V Class Mercedes fleet.

125. Flex Eco Services Ltd.

01297 551321 Matt: 07841 711301 Shaun: 07539 824810 www.flexecoservices.co.uk Solar PV installation service, OZEV approved EV charge point installation and maintenance, also Tesla Powerwall and other brands of battery storage. Full maintenance, cleaning and consultancy service for older solar systems including breakdowns and fault finding. MCS Certified, Which? Trusted Trader.

Recommended as ‘polite, efficient, professional and friendly.’

Telephone Engineers and Telecoms See Phone & Broadband (feature 12).

Thatchers 127. R.J. Matravers

Solicitors For party wall advice see Architectural Services.

Staircases See Carpenters and Joiners.

Starlink See Broadband and WiFi.

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01460 54432 / 07773 286622 rjmatravers@hotmail.co.uk www.rjmatraversmasterthatcher.co.uk Thatching (new and re-thatching, ridging and patching). Traditional building services, timber roofing, chimney rebuilds and lead work. Advice on fire barriers, fire retardant spray and insulation products. £5M PL insurance (with NFU). Free no obligation quotes, member of the National Society of Master Thatchers, customers including the Duchy of Cornwall.

131. SJM Tree Services

Tiles and Tiling

01884 821153 / 07411 941258 s.j.manaton@gmail.com www.sjmtree.services Sam Manaton FdSc arb, runs a friendly and professional company. Providing all aspects of tree surgery, hedge maintenance, fencing, log and woodchip supply, with an emphasis on quality work and customer service.

Fully insured to £5m. ‘Knowledgeable, expert, effective, efficient, reliable, friendly, tidy, honest’, ‘took good care of our garden whilst working.’

See also Blundell Decorators (feature 39).

For Venetian plastering and micro-cement (grout-free low maintenance alternatives to tiles or natural stone) see Parkway Plastering (feature 102).

See also Decorators, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Home Maintenance.

128. Steve Pells Tiling

07968 019103 stevepells10@gmail.com High quality tiling with an attention to detail. Natural stone, porcelain, ceramic and more. Wetroom and bathroom specialist. Steve is happy to use your tiles or to help you choose – sharing his trade discount, his knowledge and his experience with you.

132. Wildwood Trees & Timber

David: 07758 379883 Alex: 07837 620454 info@wildwoodtreesandtimber.co.uk www.wildwoodtreesandtimber.co.uk Tree surgery, fencing, forestry, earth moving and mobile saw milling business. Grounds and woodland maintenance, landscaping and fencing. Bespoke gates, timber buildings and benches made from local sustainable trees. ‘Charming, really hardworking, honest.’

Timber Preservation See Prokil (feature 38).

Tree Surgeons For 24/7 emergency response call Devon Arborists (feature 129).

See also Garden Services.

129. Devon Arborists

07485 411618 devonarborists@gmail.com www.devonarborists.co.uk Facebook: ‘DevonArborists’ Priding themselves on a high level of professionalism and customer service, as confirmed by their large number of very positive reviews. From initial contact you will receive swift and efficient correspondence and service. Phones are always answered, fixed costs given when they visit to quote. Providing a full service in all aspects of tree surgery, hedge care, stump grinding and bamboo removal.

David and Alex of Wildwood Trees & Timber (above)

Turfing See Garden Services.

TVs and TV Repairs

130. East Devon Tree Surgeons

See Aerials – TV and Satellite.

(trading name of Woodlando Ltd.)

01404 539137 info@woodlando.co.uk www.woodlando.co.uk All tree and hedge work undertaken: tree preservation orders/conservation area applications managed on your behalf; woodland management; sales of seasoned hardwood logs and wood chip. Competitive pricing with no hidden extras. NPTC qualified staff and fully insured to £5,000,000. ‘Very reliable and pleasant, affordable and trustworthy’.

Tyres and Exhausts See Garages.

Underfloor Heating See AGV Plumbing & Heating (feature 105), also The Worx Devon Ltd. (feature 114).

For floor screeding see Southcoast Liquid Screeding Ltd. (feature 124).

See also Plumbers.

Upholstery Cleaning See Zero Dry Time (feature 32), also Absolutely Brilliant Carpet Cleaning (feature 31).

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For high quality glass verandas, awnings and carports see The Green Window Company (feature 50).

Wardrobes

Wetrooms

See also Carpenters and Joiners.

See also Bathrooms, also Tiles and Tiling.

For Venetian plastering and micro-cement (grout-free low maintenance alternatives to tiles or natural stone) see Parkway Plastering (feature 102).

133. Luke and Eugene Carpentry Ltd.

(L.E.C.)

Luke Mears: 01395 267778 / 07787 341500 lukemearscarpentry@hotmail.com Eugene Evans: 01395 277804 / 07812 571722 eugeneevans02@googlemail.com Bespoke wardrobes with any finish of door or sliding doors. Carcasses made from scratch, interior designed perfect for your needs – drawers, shelves, hidden TVs, pull-out shoe racks, clothes rails, etc. Floor-toceiling to maximise the space available in your room.

Consistently recommended for being reliable, friendly and for doing a good job at a fair price.

WiFi See Telephone Engineers, also Broadband and WiFi, also Aerials.

Window Cleaners For solar panel cleaning and maintenance see Flex Eco Services Ltd. (feature 125).

Windows and Doors For a wide range of UPVC windows and fixings at competitive prices to both domestic customers and trade installers visit Window Warehouse Devon Ltd. (feature 52).

See also Cullompton Glass & Glazing Ltd. (feature 48).

See also Double Glazing and Conservatories, also Carpenters and Joiners, also Glass and Glazing.

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135. Smart PVCu

07766 130369 / 07467 492888 smartPVCu@gmail.com For high quality PVCu windows, roof lights, doors and all double glazing repairs. ‘Their pricing was competitive, their work was superb, and they were nice people to have around’.

Washing Machine Repairs See Domestic Appliance Repairs.

Waste Disposal

Wood Flooring and Wood Floor Restoration

See also Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter (feature 87).

See also Asbestos Solutions Southwest Ltd. (feature 6).

For septic tanks and sewerage see Drains and Drain Cleaning.

For wood floor restoration see Zero Dry Time (feature 32).

See also All Floors (feature 67).

See also Flooring, also Carpenters and Joiners.

134. Shift It

Woodburning Stoves

07944 580775 info@ShiftitWaste.co.uk www.ShiftitWaste.co.uk Construction waste, garden waste, household waste.

All kinds of clearances undertaken: office; house; garage; shed; garden; lofts; asbestos removal and more. All kinds of demolition undertaken: walls; sheds; greenhouses; garages. All work performed at competitive rates. Fully insured and registered waste carrier. ‘Really efficient, approachable and professional’. For a free quotation, call Mark.

For installation only see LSJD (feature 3).

136. The Stove Company Ltd.

Extensive showroom at Unit C1, Flightway Business Park, Dunkeswell, EX14 4PG 01404 892980 info@stovecompany.co.uk www.stovecompany.co.uk Large selection of branded stoves and spare parts, friendly advice and repairs. In-house HETAS approved installers, free surveys, chimney sweeping service, log delivery. ‘I was blown away by the service provided by this company.’

Water Supply and Water Leaks (mains)

Woodworm

See Drain Wizard (feature 53).

For water mains supply and repairs see also Drains and Drain Cleaning.

See Prokil (feature 38).

Weddings

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See Photographers, also Mobile Discos and DJs, also Celebrants.

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