Kickboard fitting in Exeter
Professional kickboard fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
45-90 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional kickboard fitting - kitchen plinths cut accurately, clipped securely, and fitted neatly around obstacles. Clean finish that makes your kitchen look complete.
The Finishing Touch
Kickboards are often an afterthought - but missing, wonky, or falling-off plinths make even good kitchens look unfinished. Proper fitting with correct clips makes all the difference.
🏠 Small detail, big impact. Fitted properly, kickboards stay put and look like they belong.
What Proper Fitting Achieves
| ✅ Fitted Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Secure, no movement | Falls off regularly |
| Neat at floor level | Gaps and wobbles |
| Clean around pipes | Rough cutouts |
| Consistent look | Mismatched colours |
What You Get
🔧 Full Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Measure all sections |
| Cut | Accurate cuts, neat notches |
| Clip | Proper plinth clips fitted |
| Fit | Boards clipped securely |
| Check | Even and consistent |
📦 What's Included
- Measuring and cutting
- Clip fitting to legs
- Cutouts around pipes
- Corner pieces if needed
- Final adjustment
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard kitchen | 45 mins | £60 |
| Larger/complex kitchen | 90 mins | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Kickboards supplied or customer's own.
Perfect For...
✅ New kitchens - Finishing the job
✅ Missing plinths - Complete the look
✅ Falling kickboards - Fixed properly
✅ Kitchen refresh - New plinths, fresh look
Why Choose Us for Kickboard fitting in Exeter?
Clean finish at floor level
No gaps under units
Properly clipped and secure
Cut around obstacles
What to Expect
Step 1: Measure
All sections measured, obstacles noted, cuts planned.
Step 2: Fit
Clips fitted to legs, boards cut, clipped into place.
Step 3: Done
Checked all round, secure and looking neat.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting them yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Tape measure
- Jigsaw or fine-tooth saw
- Plinth clips (correct type for your legs)
- Drill (for clip fitting)
📐 Key steps
- Measure each section individually (floors aren't level)
- Allow 5mm gap at floor for adjustment
- Fit clips to cabinet legs first
- Cut boards to length
- Notch around pipes and obstacles
- Clip in place and check
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Measuring total length (sections vary)
- Cutting too tight (won't clip in)
- Wrong clips for leg type
- Not checking floor is level
💡 Pro trick: Kitchen floors are rarely level. Measure each section at both ends and at the middle. Cut to the shortest measurement so the board clips in easily.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📏 Floors aren't level - measure each section individually. A kickboard cut to one measurement won't fit everywhere if the floor dips or rises.
Sourcing kickboards:
- Most suppliers stock common colours
- Take a sample when matching
- Height is usually standard (150mm)
- Buy corner joints if needed
Replacing vs repairing:
- If clips are broken, fit new ones
- Damaged boards are cheap to replace
- Consistent colour looks better
- Do all at once for best result
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my kickboards falling off?
Usually weak clips or the wrong type. Kickboards need proper plinth clips fixed to the cabinet legs, not just pushed into place. We'll fit clips that actually hold.
Can kickboards be cut around pipes?
Yes - pipes coming through the kickboard area need neat cutouts. We template and cut accurately so the plinth sits around obstacles properly.
I'm missing some kickboards - can you match them?
Most kitchen styles use standard colours. We can source matching boards from trade suppliers. If exact match isn't possible, replacing all kickboards gives a consistent look.
What about kickboard lights?
If you want plinth lighting, we can fit boards with appropriate cutouts. The electrical work needs an electrician, but we handle the carpentry side.
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