Desk assembly in Exeter
Professional desk assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional desk assembly - home office desks, study desks, and standing desks. Level surfaces, smooth drawers, and cable management included. Ready to work from day one.
Work From Home Without the Wobble
Working from home has become normal, but wobbly desks with wonky drawers make productive work frustrating. A desk needs to be rock solid, perfectly level, and organised enough that you can focus.
💡 The key to a good desk? Getting it level. On Devon's older floors, that often means adjusting every leg leveller individually.
More Than Just Assembly
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Desktop perfectly level | Mouse drifts across surface |
| Drawers glide smoothly | Catch and stick |
| Cables managed neatly | Tangled mess behind desk |
| Standing desk calibrated | Motors not working properly |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Parts check | Inventory and hardware count |
| Build | Frame first, desktop attached |
| Level | Adjusted for your floor |
| Drawers | Aligned for smooth operation |
| Cables | Grommets fitted, routing sorted |
📦 Standing Desks
- Motor installation and connection
- Control panel mounting
- Height presets programmed
- Full range tested
Pricing Guide
| Desk Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard desk | 1 hr | £60 |
| Desk with drawers | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Electric standing desk | 2 hrs | £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ IKEA desks - Malm, Micke, any model
✅ Standing desks - Electric or manual
✅ Corner desks - L-shaped workspaces
✅ Home office sets - Desk plus storage
Why Choose Us for Desk assembly in Exeter?
Desktop perfectly level - mouse won't roll away
Drawers and keyboard trays aligned
Cable management holes fitted properly
Standing desk mechanisms tested
What to Expect
Step 1: Parts Check & Position
Full inventory, discuss positioning and cable routing, protect flooring.
Step 2: Build & Level
Frame built first, desktop attached and levelled, drawers installed and aligned.
Step 3: Test & Finish
Standing mechanism tested, cable management sorted, positioned in final location.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's how to get it level:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Allen keys (usually supplied)
- Spirit level
- Rubber mallet
📐 Getting it level
- Assemble frame loosely first
- Attach desktop and check level
- Adjust leg levellers one at a time
- Check from multiple directions
- Tighten everything once level
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Tightening before checking level
- Over-tightening cam locks (strips them)
- Forgetting cable management until later
- Not testing drawer alignment
💡 Pro trick: For standing desks, set the height limits before you start using it. Otherwise you might drive the desk into a shelf above or the chair below. Most control panels have min/max memory settings.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔌 Plan cable routing first - Think about where your computer, monitor, and devices will go. Easier to route cables during assembly than after.
Ergonomic basics:
- Desk height typically 72-76cm for sitting
- Monitor at arm's length, top at eye level
- Standing desks: alternate every 30-60 minutes
Matching furniture:
- Home office sets often include desk, drawers, shelving
- Assemble together for efficiency
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you assemble standing desks with electric motors?
Yes - electric sit-stand desks need motors connecting, control panels mounting, and height limits programming. I'll test the full range and show you the presets.
My desk wobbles - can you fix it?
Usually. Desk wobble is almost always fixable - tightening loose fixings, adjusting levellers, or adding bracing. Worth checking before replacing.
Can you set up cable management too?
Yes - I can route cables through grommets and attach cable trays underneath. Makes a big difference to how a workspace feels.
Do you assemble L-shaped desks?
Yes - these need extra attention to get the corner join solid and level. More complex but worth it for the extra workspace.
Desk assembly Also Available In:
Get a Free Quote in Exeter
Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote for your desk assembly job in Exeter.
01392 964094Request Online QuoteOur Rates
Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
Why Trust Us
Need Desk assembly in Exeter?
Get a free quote for your desk assembly job in Exeter today.