Oven lock fitting in Exeter
Professional oven lock fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional oven lock fitting - stop children opening hot oven doors. A simple safety measure that prevents serious burns.
Hot Ovens, Curious Children
Ovens get very hot. Children want to see what's cooking. A child opening a 200°C oven door causes serious burns - to hands, face, and body. Oven locks prevent this.
💡 Pro tip: Children are fascinated by what's cooking. They'll pull the door open to see. Lock it before they learn to do this, not after.
Why Professional Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Secure attachment | Falls off |
| Works with oven type | Wrong lock style |
| Heat resistant | Melts or warps |
| Easy adult use | Frustrating daily |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Oven door type assessed |
| Fit | Lock installed securely |
| Test | Operation confirmed |
| Demo | Shown how to use |
📦 You're Left With
- Locked oven door
- Easy adult access
- Heat-resistant fitting
- Peace of mind
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Oven lock fitting | 10-15 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Combine with other kitchen safety for efficiency.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Toddlers in kitchen - At oven door height
✅ Low-mounted ovens - Eye-level for children
✅ Open-plan living - Kitchen accessible from play areas
✅ Active cooking household - Oven frequently hot
Why Choose Us for Oven lock fitting in Exeter?
Burn prevention
Works with most ovens
Easy adult operation
Heat resistant
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Oven door type and suitable lock identified.
Step 2: Fit
Lock attached securely, heat-safe position.
Step 3: Demo
Operation shown, ensuring easy adult use.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 What you'll need
- Oven door lock (correct type)
- Clean surface
- Possibly adhesive
📐 Installation steps
- Identify oven door type
- Choose compatible lock
- Clean mounting area
- Position lock
- Secure in place
- Test adult can operate
- Test child can't defeat
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Wrong lock for oven type
- Positioning too close to heat
- Adhesive that fails in heat
- Not testing properly
💡 Pro trick: Check the lock after the oven's been on a while - some adhesives fail once heated. Quality heat-resistant locks are worth the extra cost.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔥 Burns are devastating - oven burns are among the most serious kitchen injuries. Prevention is far better than treatment.
Kitchen safety package:
- Oven lock
- Hob guard
- Knob covers
- Cupboard locks
Also consider:
- Keeping children out of kitchen during cooking
- Teaching "hot" early
- Positioning handles inward on hob
Frequently Asked Questions
Why lock the oven?
Hot ovens burn. Children are curious about what's cooking and reach for the door. A lock prevents them opening a 200°C oven door onto themselves.
Will it work with my oven?
Most modern ovens yes - there are different lock styles for different door types. Very old or unusual ovens might need creative solutions.
Is it annoying to use?
Once you're used to it, you won't notice. The slight inconvenience is nothing compared to treating a burn.
What about the hob?
Hob guards and knob covers are separate safety items - we can fit those too. The oven lock just protects the oven door.
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