Dining table assembly in Exeter
Professional dining table assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional dining table assembly - tables built rock-solid, perfectly level, and ready for family meals. Extension mechanisms tested, positioned exactly where you want it.
The Centre of Family Life
A dining table hosts meals, homework, board games, and Christmas dinner. When your new table wobbles or rocks every time someone leans on it, it undermines every gathering.
💡 The secret to a solid table? All legs tightened equally, and levellers adjusted for your specific floor. Devon floors are rarely flat.
What Makes a Good Assembly
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Table top perfectly level | Glasses slide, things roll |
| All legs equal | Rocks when you lean on corners |
| Extension smooth | Mechanism sticks or jams |
| Floor contact solid | Wobbles on uneven floor |
What You Get
🔧 Full Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Parts check | Full inventory |
| Build | Base structure first |
| Level | Adjusted for your floor |
| Extension | Mechanism tested if applicable |
| Position | Placed in dining room |
📦 Table Types
- Standard leg tables
- Pedestal tables (critical base alignment)
- Extending tables (mechanism tested)
- Trestle tables (cross supports tensioned)
Pricing Guide
| Table Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard dining table | 1 hr | £60 |
| Extending table | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Table + 6 chairs | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ IKEA tables - Norden, Bjursta, any model
✅ Extending tables - Mechanisms sorted
✅ Complete sets - Table and chairs together
✅ Wobbly table fixes - Existing table repair
Why Choose Us for Dining table assembly in Exeter?
Table top perfectly level - no wobbling glasses
Legs tightened equally - no rocking
Extension mechanisms tested and smooth
Positioned ready for family meals
What to Expect
Step 1: Parts Check & Position
All parts inventoried, final position discussed, flooring protected.
Step 2: Build & Level
Base structure built, table top attached, leg levellers adjusted for your floor.
Step 3: Test & Position
Extension tested through full range, stability verified, positioned with chairs if applicable.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building it yourself? Here's how to get it stable:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Allen keys (usually supplied)
- Spirit level
- Rubber mallet
📐 Getting it level
- Assemble base structure first
- Attach table top loosely
- Check level across surface
- Adjust leg levellers one by one
- Tighten everything once level
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Tightening one leg more than others
- Not using leg levellers
- Forgetting to test extension mechanism
- Not accounting for uneven floors
💡 Pro trick: Test stability by pressing down on each corner in turn. The table shouldn't rock or tip. If it does, adjust the leg leveller on the opposite corner until stable.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪑 Book chairs too - Assembling table and chairs together is more efficient. Complete dining set in one visit.
Table care:
- Use heat mats for hot dishes
- Use coasters for drinks
- Tighten fixings every few months
- Clean extension mechanisms occasionally
Seating capacity:
- Allow 60cm width per person
- Round tables seat more than you'd think
- Extension tables give flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my dining table wobble?
Usually uneven leg tightening, uneven floor (common in Devon's older homes), or loose fixings. I'll diagnose which and sort it - often fixable on tables people think need replacing.
Can you assemble extending dining tables?
Yes - the extension mechanism needs proper installation. I'll check it extends and retracts smoothly, and leaves align properly.
Will you assemble the chairs too?
Absolutely - makes sense together. Once the table is done, I can position chairs around it so you're completely set up.
What if my table doesn't fit through the door?
Large table tops often don't fit. I'll assemble in the dining room itself, or build what I can outside then complete final assembly once positioned.
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