Our Local Expert –Exeter and Mid Devon 2024-2025 by Nick Hall

Photo: Gary Sanders from Aerials South West , Newton St Cyres

Around Exeter and Mid Devon

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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.

Accountancy, Bookkeeping, Tax and

1. Sidaways Ltd. Chartered Accountants

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

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.

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.

Aga and Rayburns

3. LSJD 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.

Air Source Heat Pumps

See AGV Plumbing & Heating (feature 105).

Architectural and Drawing Services

4. ARP Architects 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. Simon Spencer MCIAT – Chartered 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.’

Asbestos Removal

Attic Conversions

See Loft Conversions, also Builders.

Audio Visual

See Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

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

Awnings

See Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

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

Bathrooms

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.

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.’

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

Bedroom Fitting

See Wardrobes, Carpenters, Kitchens, Blinds.

Bicycle Maintenance

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.

Blinds

Boiler Breakdowns and Servicing

See Plumbers.

Brickwork, Bricklaying, Stone Walls

See P&G Saunders and Sons (feature 21).

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.

Broadband and WiFi

Builders

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

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!’

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.’

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.

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)

20. Penfield Construction Ltd. 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’.

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’.

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.

24. TDW Builders Ltd. 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.

25. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes

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.

Burglar Alarms

See also Security. See Aspire (feature 90).

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).

26. AJT Carpentry 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 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’.

28. I M Carpentry

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’.

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!’

30. S.B.Carpentry and Renovations 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.

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’.

32. Zero Dry Time 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.

Carpets

See Flooring and Carpets. CCTV

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

Celebrants

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.

Ceremonies with Lisa (above)

Chimney Services and Chimney Sweeps

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).

34. A+E Chimney Sweep 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.

Chiropodists, Podiatrists and Foot Health Care

See Foot Health Care

Cladding

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

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).

Computers

For phone and tablet repair see also Phone Repair.

See also Broadband and WiFi. 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).

Courier Services

See Removals, also Man and Van service.

Curtains and Blinds

See also Torbay Blinds Ltd. (feature 10).

36. Devon Curtains & Blinds 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.

37. Soft Options

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.

Damp Proofing, Timber Preservation and Woodworm

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!’

Decking

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

Decorators

Demolition

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

For TV configuring see Aerials – TV and Satellite

46. C&D Appliances

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.’

48. Cullompton Glass & Glazing Ltd. 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’.

49. Delux Windows 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.

The Green Window Company (feature 50, right )

50. The Green Window Company

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.

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’.

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.

Drains and Drain Cleaning

See also Plumbers. For drainage, see Groundworks.

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.

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.

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. 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.

Aaron Vanstone of DrainWizard (feature 53, below)

Electrical Appliance Repair

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).

56. Aspire – Electrical (previously known as Electrical and Security Solutions Ltd.) 07977 538844

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

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’.

58. Lammers Electrical Devon 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.

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59. Morrell Electrical Ltd. 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’.

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.

Equity Release

See Premier Financial Planning Ltd. (feature 89).

Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance

See also Driveway Cleaning, also Gutter Clearing. See Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

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.

61. Brillsville Market, St Thomas 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.

63. Cullompton Farmers’ Market

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.

64. Exeter Farmers’ Market

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.

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.

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

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’.

Financial Advice

See Independent Financial Advisers, also Accountancy.

Fire Alarms

See Security, also Electricians.

Fireplaces

See Woodburning Stoves, also Chimney Services.

Floor Cleaning

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

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).

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.

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.’

69. Rachael Chart

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

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.

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’.

Garages for Car Servicing, Tyres and Body Repairs

72. Best Tyres Autocentre 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.

SPECIAL OFFERS:

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

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.

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.’

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

Garden Buildings

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.

77. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes 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).

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.

Claire Forster – Lady Horticulturist (feature 76)

Sheds Direct Devon Ltd. (above)

Garden Services, Gardening and Landscaping

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.

80. Gorilla Grounds and Gardens 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’.

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.

82. Urban Earth – Beautiful Gardens & Harmonious Homes 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.

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.

Gates

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

See also Fencing, also Carpenters and Joiners

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’.

Groundworks and Excavation

See Drains and Drain Cleaning

Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (below)

Gutter and Down Pipe Clearing

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.

For gutter clearance see also Home Maintenance

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!’

Gutters

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. 85. Handyman Services 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).

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

See also Fletcher Carpentry (feature 27).

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.

Home Technology

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

House Clearance

See Waste Disposal, also Removals.

87. Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter 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.

Independent Financial Advisers

88. Heaton Financial IFA Ltd.

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.

89. Premier Financial Planning Ltd. 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.

Insulation

Kitchens and Bathrooms

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’.

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.

92. System Six Kitchens (Est. 1975)

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.

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.

Lawncare

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

See Lammers Electrical Devon (feature 58).

Locksmiths

Loft Conversions

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

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).

LPG

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

Mains Water Supply

See Drains and Drain Cleaning, also Plumbers Man and Van Service

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

See also Afordable Services (feature 118).

Mobile Discos, DJs

96. White Rabbit Entertainment 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.

Mobile Phone Repair

See Care 4 IT (feature 35).

MOTs

See Garages for Car Servicing, Tyres and Body Repairs

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).

Oven Cleaners

97. Mr Oven Clean 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.

Oven Repairs and Installation

See Domestic Appliance Repairs

Pensions

See Independent Financial Advisers.

Matt Lettis from FirstChoice Locksmiths (above)

Period Properties

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

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

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.

Planning Permission

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

Plasterers

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.

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.

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’.

Dean Sharland of Parkway Plastering (below)

Plumbers

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).

Pressure Washing

See also Gorilla Grounds and Gardens (feature 84).

See also Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance.

See Driveway Cleaning.

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.

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.’

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.’

Renewable Energy

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

Restoration

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

Ruth Weeks of Rubber Duck Plumbing (below)

Roof Cleaning

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 Tim Allan and Daughters of Exeter (feature 87).

Sash Window Repairs

See Windows and Doors, also Carpenters and Joiners.

Scaffolding

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

124. Southcoast Liquid Screeding Ltd. 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.

Ridge Roofing Ltd. and Scaffolding Services (left)

Security

See also Locksmiths, also CCTV, also Electricians.

Septic Tanks and Sewage Treatment

See Drain Wizard (feature 53).

Sheds

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

Shutters

See Curtains and Blinds.

Skip Hire

See Waste Disposal

Smart Homes

See Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59).

Soft Furnishings

See Blinds, also Curtains, also Flooring and Carpets

Solar Panel Cleaning

See Flex Eco Services Ltd. (feature 125).

See also Roof Cleaning also Gutter Clearing

Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charge Points

See also Morrell Electrical Ltd. (feature 59). For solar hot water see Climate Solutions South West (feature 108).

Thatchers

127. R.J. Matravers 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.

Tiles and Tiling

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.

Timber Preservation

See Prokil (feature 38).

Tree Surgeons

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

Wardrobes

Washing Machine Repairs

See Domestic Appliance Repairs. Waste Disposal

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.

134. Shift It 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.

Water Supply and Water Leaks (mains)

See Drain Wizard (feature 53).

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

Weddings

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

Wetrooms

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).

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

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’.

Wood Flooring and Wood Floor Restoration

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

Woodburning Stoves

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.’

Woodworm

See Prokil (feature 38).