Gardening
Lawn mowing, first cuts, hedge trimming, and outdoor tidy-ups where access and conditions are suitable.
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We are a family living in Sandwich, and our two boys attend Sir Roger Manwood's School, so this is our home as well as our business.
We offer practical, friendly help with gardening, electrical services, home repairs, fittings, and the catch-up jobs that make your property feel looked after again.
Built around real completed work: garden visits, small electrical jobs, fittings, repairs, and maintenance visits.
- Clear communication
- Small jobs welcome
- Garden, electrical, and handyman work
- Serving East Kent villages
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Electrical Services
Small domestic electrical jobs, light switches, light fittings, tripped breakers, smoke detector checks, and tidy home fixes.
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Gates, mirrors, blinds, doors, sealant, small fittings, and useful repair jobs around the home.
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Straightforward process
Send the job. Get a clear reply. Get it fixed.
1. Send a short description and photos if useful.
2. Richard will confirm whether it fits and what is needed next.
3. We arrange a visit and get the work done tidily.
From the How-To library
Latest home how-to guides
Autumn garden guide
How to mulch garden borders
Mulching borders in autumn insulates roots from frost, holds moisture, and gradually improves the soil. Apply it at the right depth and keep it away from stems and crowns.
Read the guideBulb planting guide
How to plant tulips
Tulips are one of the best-value things in a UK garden. Plant them in November rather than October for the best results, and choose a sunny well-drained spot.
Read the guideHome insulation guide
How to insulate a loft hatch
Most loft hatches are barely insulated. A sheet of PIR board glued to the hatch and a foam draught seal around the frame costs under twenty pounds and makes a real difference.
Read the guideAutumn gardening guide
How to cut back perennials
Not everything should be cut down hard in autumn. Some stems are worth leaving for birds and winter structure. This guide covers what to cut and what to leave.
Read the guideFrost protection guide
How to winterise an outside tap
Fifteen minutes before the first frost saves a lot of trouble in January. Shut the isolation valve, drain the tap, disconnect the hose, and fit a foam cover.
Read the guideBathroom repair guide
How to reseal a bath
Old bath sealant goes black with mould or pulls away and lets water in behind. Resealing takes an afternoon and the main trick is filling the bath with water before you lay the new silicone.
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