Changing unit wall fixing in Exeter
Professional changing unit wall fixing services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional changing unit wall fixing - anchoring your changing table or unit to the wall so it can't tip forward. Essential nursery safety that prevents dangerous tip-overs.
Babies Wriggle, Toddlers Climb
Changing units handle wriggling babies, heavy nappy supplies, and curious toddlers. Without wall anchoring, they can tip forward when weight distribution shifts. Simple fix, critical safety.
💡 Pro tip: Anchor the unit before putting anything on the top shelf - heavy items up high increase tip-over risk.
Why Wall Fixing Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Secured to studs | Into plasterboard only |
| Won't tip | Dangerous lean |
| Hidden anchor | Visible fixing |
| Tested secure | Not checked |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Locate | Wall studs found |
| Fix | Anchor strap installed |
| Attach | Connected to unit |
| Test | Security confirmed |
📦 You're Left With
- Anchored changing unit
- Can't tip forward
- Hidden installation
- Safe nursery
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Changing unit wall fixing | 20-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Often done with nursery furniture assembly.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Nursery setup - Part of preparation
✅ Tall changing unit - Higher tip risk
✅ Open drawers - Weight shifts forward
✅ Toddler in the house - Climbers everywhere
Why Choose Us for Changing unit wall fixing in Exeter?
Tip-over prevention
Secure wall fixing
Hidden installation
Peace of mind
What to Expect
Step 1: Locate
Wall studs found for secure fixing.
Step 2: Fix
Anchor strap or bracket installed.
Step 3: Test
Unit tested for security.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing it yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Stud finder
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Anchor strap (usually included)
📐 Proper fixing
- Find wall studs behind the unit
- Position anchor at top of unit back
- Drill pilot holes into studs
- Secure wall side of anchor
- Attach furniture side
- Pull-test for security
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Fixing into plasterboard only
- Anchor too loose
- Wrong height on unit
- Not testing afterwards
💡 Pro trick: Open all the drawers and push on the top of the unit - if there's any forward movement, the anchor needs tightening.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
👶 Nursery essentials - all freestanding furniture in nurseries should be wall-anchored. Babies become climbers surprisingly quickly.
Anchor everything:
- Changing units
- Wardrobes
- Chest of drawers
- Bookcases
- KALLAX units
Nursery combo:
- Changing unit assembly
- Wall anchoring
- Cot assembly
- Wardrobe assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does a changing unit need wall fixing?
Babies wriggle. Toddlers climb. If the changing unit isn't secured and a child pulls on it or the drawers, it can tip forward. Wall fixing prevents this.
Even if it seems stable?
Yes - the weight distribution changes when drawers are open or you lean on it. What feels solid can tip when weight shifts.
Will it damage the furniture?
Small hole in the back panel, hidden when the unit is in position. The wall gets screw holes too - easily filled later if you move it.
Can you do this during nursery setup?
Absolutely - we often anchor changing units as part of full nursery furniture assembly. Makes sense to do it all at once.
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