Kitchen cupboard hinge replacement in Exeter
Professional kitchen cupboard hinge replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional kitchen cupboard hinge replacement - worn hinges swapped for new, soft-close restored, doors realigned. Kitchen cabinets working smoothly again.
Smooth Doors Again
Kitchen cabinet hinges work hard - years of opening and closing, steam, heat, and the occasional slam. When they wear out, doors droop, soft-close fails, and the kitchen feels tired.
🔧 Quick fix, big difference. New hinges transform how your kitchen feels to use.
Signs Hinges Need Replacing
| ✅ New Hinges | ❌ Worn Hinge Signs |
|---|---|
| Doors align evenly | Drooping at one side |
| Soft-close works | Slam shut |
| Smooth operation | Stiff or binding |
| Stay closed | Won't stay shut |
What You Get
🔧 Full Replacement
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Remove | Old hinges off |
| Check | Mounting condition assessed |
| Fit | New hinges installed |
| Adjust | Three-way alignment |
| Test | Soft-close and closure checked |
📦 Hinge Types
- Standard concealed hinges
- Soft-close integrated
- Clip-on (quick mount)
- Full overlay
- Inset hinges
Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Hinge replacement | 15-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple doors efficient in one visit.
Perfect For...
✅ Worn hinges - Smooth operation again
✅ Failed soft-close - Silent closing restored
✅ Sagging doors - Aligned properly
✅ Upgrade - Add soft-close to standard hinges
Why Choose Us for Kitchen cupboard hinge replacement in Exeter?
Smooth closing restored
Soft-close working again
Doors properly aligned
No more slamming
What to Expect
Step 1: Remove
Old hinges taken off, mounting holes checked.
Step 2: Fit
New hinges installed in same positions.
Step 3: Adjust
Three-way adjustment for perfect alignment, soft-close tested.
🔧 DIY Tips
Replacing them yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver (Pozidriv usually)
- New hinges (matching type)
- Tape measure
📐 Key steps
- Remove door from cabinet
- Note hinge positions and type
- Unscrew old hinges from door
- Fit new hinges in same positions
- Remount door
- Adjust for alignment
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Buying wrong hinge type (overlay/inset matters)
- Wrong mounting style (clip vs screw)
- Not adjusting after fitting
- Misaligned screw holes
💡 Pro trick: Take the old hinge to the shop. Matching type is much easier when you can compare directly. Photo dimensions are never quite enough.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Do all hinges at once - if one has failed, others are probably tired too. Consistent hinges throughout means consistent door operation.
Buying hinges:
- Check overlay or inset type
- Measure cup diameter (usually 35mm)
- Choose soft-close or standard
- Count how many needed
Soft-close upgrade:
- Usually fits existing holes
- Transforms door operation
- No more slamming
- Worth the extra cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Why have my hinges stopped working?
Kitchen hinges work hard - constant opening and closing, heat and steam. Eventually the mechanism wears, soft-close fails, and doors start sagging. Replacement is straightforward.
Can I upgrade to soft-close?
Yes - if your current hinges aren't soft-close, you can upgrade. Most concealed hinges use standard mounting. I'll check compatibility with your doors.
How many hinges per door?
Standard doors have two hinges. Tall larder doors or heavy doors may have three. I'll match what's there or advise if more are needed.
Do I need to buy the hinges?
You can, or I can source them. Key info needed: mounting type (clip-on or screw), overlay or inset, and whether you want soft-close.
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