Skirting board repair in Exeter
Professional skirting board repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional skirting board repair - damaged sections filled, loose corners refixed, everything ready for painting. Fix the damage, not replace the lot.
Fix What Needs Fixing
Not every damaged skirting needs replacing. Dents can be filled, loose sections refixed, and corners tightened up. Repair is often quicker, cheaper, and less disruptive than replacement.
🔧 Repair first. If the skirting is sound, repair beats replacement. Save money, save time, same result.
Common Problems We Fix
| ✅ After Repair | ❌ Typical Damage |
|---|---|
| Smooth surface | Dents and chips |
| Tight corners | Open joints |
| Secure to wall | Pulling away |
| Paint-ready | Needs prep work |
What You Get
🔧 Repair Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Damage checked |
| Fill | Dents and holes filled |
| Refix | Loose sections secured |
| Sand | Smooth finish |
| Ready | For painting |
📦 Common Repairs
- Fill dents and chips
- Refix loose lengths
- Close open corners
- Replace short sections
- Sand and prep
Pricing Guide
| Repair Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard repairs | 30-45 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple areas may take longer.
Perfect For...
✅ Before decorating - Prep for painting
✅ Damaged corners - Close up gaps
✅ Loose sections - Secure properly
✅ Dents and chips - Invisible fills
Why Choose Us for Skirting board repair in Exeter?
Damage filled invisibly
Corners re-secured
Ready for painting
Matches existing
What to Expect
Step 1: Check
Damage assessed, best repair approach agreed.
Step 2: Repair
Filling, refixing, or section replacement as needed.
Step 3: Finish
Sanded smooth, ready for you to paint (or we can arrange painting).
🔧 DIY Tips
Repairing it yourself? Here's what works:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Wood filler (flexible type)
- Sanding block
- PVA glue
- Panel pins or screws
- Caulk gun
📐 Key steps
- Clean the damaged area
- Apply filler to dents/holes
- Let dry completely
- Sand smooth with surrounding area
- Refix loose sections with pins or screws
- Fill any fixing holes
- Caulk gaps at top edge
- Prime before painting
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Filler too thick (shrinks, cracks)
- Sanding before fully dry
- Not priming bare filler
- Ignoring why it came loose
💡 Pro trick: For deep dents, build up filler in thin layers, letting each dry. One thick layer shrinks and cracks. Thin layers stay put.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Filler shrinks - apply slightly proud of the surface and sand back. Flush filling leaves a visible depression once dry.
When to replace instead:
- Rot damage
- Extensive cracking
- Wrong profile for room
- Major sections missing
Matching skirting:
- Take a photo of profile
- Measure height and thickness
- Check local timber merchants
- Period profiles from specialists
Frequently Asked Questions
Can damaged skirting be repaired or does it need replacing?
Depends on the damage. Dents and chips can be filled. Loose sections can be refixed. Severely damaged or rotten lengths need replacing. We'll advise on the best approach.
Can you match my existing skirting profile?
Usually yes. Common profiles are readily available. Unusual period profiles may need sourcing or can sometimes be made up. We'll check and advise.
Why has my skirting come away from the wall?
Usually building movement or poor original fixing. Modern fixing methods are more secure. We'll refix properly using appropriate fixings for your wall type.
Should I repair before redecorating?
Yes - repair first, then paint. It's much easier to fill and sand before painting, and the finish will be much better.
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