Contaminated Fuel Collection in St Thomas
If you've just realised you've made a contaminated fuel collection in St Thomas, stop — don't start the engine. One call to 0800 170 0644 and we'll be out to you across Devon, 24/7, 365 days a year.
St Thomas sits in Devon, and we cover it along with Bude, Crackington Haven, Haldon and Lynton — reaching most call-outs via the Exeter road network.
Coverage at a glance — St Thomas
| Service area | St Thomas, Devon |
|---|---|
| Postcode | EX4 |
| County | Devon |
| Distance | About 13.6 miles from Exeter centre |
| Nearest routes | the Exeter road network |
| Typical response | 30–60 minutes |
| Time on site | 45–90 minutes |
| Price from | £89 |
| Availability | 24/7, 365 days a year |
| How to book | Call 0800 170 0644 |
Prices & response times reviewed October 2026.
St Thomas lies about 13.6 miles from Exeter centre, in Devon. We reach it alongside neighbouring Beacon Heath, Exwick, Redhils and Countess Wear.
How a contaminated fuel collection works in St Thomas
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in St Thomas.
- We drain the wrong fuel and flush the system on-site.
- We add clean fuel, test-start, and you're on your way — usually within 45–90 minutes.
Typical prices
| Situation | From | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Car, engine not started | £89 | 45–90 minutes |
| Engine started / fuel circulated | £149 | 1–2 hours |
| Van or large tank | £169 | 1–2 hours |
| Driven / motorway / out-of-hours | Quoted on call | On-site assessment |
Every job is fully quoted by phone before we're dispatched — the price depends on your vehicle, tank size and whether the engine was run.
What we drain
- Petrol in a diesel engine (the most common — and most damaging — misfuel)
- Diesel in a petrol engine
- AdBlue accidentally put in the diesel tank
- Unleaded in a diesel
- Red or agricultural diesel in a road vehicle
- Contaminated fuel — water, dirt or mixed fuel
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Wrong fuel in St Thomas, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around St Thomas: Bude, Crackington Haven, Haldon, Lynton.
As a nationwide service, Wrong Fuel In The Car covers all of Devon and the wider South West England — so wherever you are around St Thomas, help is on the way.
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Contaminated Fuel Collection in St Thomas — FAQs
Do you cover St Thomas?
Yes — we cover St Thomas and nearby Bude, Crackington Haven, Haldon, Lynton around Exeter, reaching you via the Exeter road network.
What should I do right now?
Don't start the engine. If you're on a forecourt, put the car in neutral and push it clear of the pump, then call 0800 170 0644.
How much will it cost?
Call-outs start from £89. We quote the full price on the phone before we set off, based on your vehicle and situation.
How quickly can you get to me?
Typically around 30–60 minutes, depending on where you are and traffic. We run 24/7, 365 days a year.
Will my car be OK afterwards?
In most cases where the engine wasn't run, yes — we drain and flush and you drive away. We'll tell you honestly if we think it needs a garage check.
Does my insurance cover this?
Misfuelling is often excluded from standard cover, though some policies and breakdown add-ons include it. Keep our paperwork in case you claim.