Stair spindle tightening in Exeter
Professional stair spindle tightening 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 stair spindle tightening - loose balusters secured properly, wobbles eliminated. Safe, solid balustrade that doesn't rattle when you touch it.
A Solid Staircase
Loose spindles make your whole staircase feel unsafe. That wobble when you grab the handrail isn't reassuring. Proper tightening makes everything solid again.
🔧 Firm grip. A solid balustrade gives you confidence on the stairs.
Loose vs Secure
| ✅ After Tightening | ❌ Loose Spindles |
|---|---|
| Solid to touch | Wobble and rattle |
| Handrail secure | Moves with spindles |
| Safe staircase | Feels unreliable |
| Looks maintained | Shows neglect |
What You Get
🔧 Full Tightening Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | All spindles tested |
| Secure | Loose ones fixed |
| Method | Pins, screws, or wedges |
| Test | No wobbles remaining |
| Finish | Fixings concealed |
📦 Fixing Methods
- Pin and glue
- Hidden screws
- Wedges at base
- Filler for gaps
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Spindle tightening | 30-45 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Covers multiple spindles.
Perfect For...
✅ Wobbly spindles - Made solid
✅ Rattling banister - Quietened
✅ Before decorating - Prep properly
✅ Safety check - Peace of mind
Why Choose Us for Stair spindle tightening in Exeter?
Spindles secure
No wobbles
Safe staircase
Handrail stable
What to Expect
Step 1: Check
Every spindle tested for movement.
Step 2: Fix
Appropriate method used for each loose spindle.
Step 3: Test
Firm pressure applied, no movement confirmed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fixing them yourself? Here's what works:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Panel pins
- Wood glue
- Hammer
- Pin punch
- Filler
📐 Key steps
- Identify all loose spindles
- Remove any debris from joints
- Apply wood glue to loose joint
- Push spindle into position
- Drive pin at angle through joint
- Punch pin below surface
- Fill hole, sand when dry
- Touch up paint
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not using glue (loosens again)
- Pin too short (doesn't grip)
- Driving pin straight (no hold)
- Skipping multiple loose ones
💡 Pro trick: Drive pins at opposing angles into the handrail above. Two pins at 45° in opposite directions lock the spindle in place much better than one straight pin.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎯 Check them all - if one spindle is loose, others probably are too. Work through the whole balustrade while you're there.
Why they loosen:
- Wood shrinkage
- Glue failure
- Years of use
- Building movement
Preventing future loosening:
- Use glue with pins
- Drive pins at angles
- Check annually
- Fix early
Frequently Asked Questions
Why have my spindles come loose?
Wood shrinks over time, glue fails, and years of use loosens fixings. Very common in older properties. Original nails and glue just don't last forever.
Is it worth fixing or should I replace them?
Tightening is usually fine if the spindle itself is sound. Replacement only needed if spindles are damaged or you want a different style.
Can all the loose ones be fixed in one visit?
Yes - we'll check and tighten all spindles that need attention. More efficient than calling back later for ones we missed.
Will the repair be visible?
We use hidden fixing methods where possible. If visible pins are needed, they can be filled and painted over.
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