Window restrictor fitting in Exeter
Professional window restrictor fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional window restrictor fitting - keep windows safe for children while maintaining ventilation. Windows open enough for fresh air, not enough for falls.
Fresh Air Without The Fear
Open windows on warm days? With young children, that's terrifying. Window restrictors let you ventilate without worrying every time you turn your back.
💡 Pro tip: Upper floor bedrooms are the highest risk - children wake up, climb on beds near windows, and tragedy happens. Get these done first.
Why Professional Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Secured into frame | Pulls out under force |
| Correct gap maintained | Opens too far anyway |
| Key release works | Stuck or loose |
| All windows done | Forgotten ones remain |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Windows checked for restrictor type |
| Fit | Restrictors secured properly |
| Test | Opening limit and release tested |
| Demo | Adult release mechanism shown |
📦 You're Left With
- Safe ventilation
- Working release for adults
- Peace of mind
- All at-risk windows done
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Window restrictor fitting | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple windows in one visit is efficient.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Upper floor bedrooms - Highest risk windows
✅ Children's rooms - Where they spend time unsupervised
✅ Any accessible window - If they can reach it, restrict it
✅ New baby coming - Part of childproofing prep
Why Choose Us for Window restrictor fitting in Exeter?
Fall prevention
Ventilation maintained
Secure fitting
Multiple windows done
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Window types checked, appropriate restrictors selected.
Step 2: Fit
Restrictors secured into frame at correct position.
Step 3: Test
Opening limit tested, adult release demonstrated.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting them yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Restrictor kit
📐 Installation approach
- Decide on opening gap (usually 10cm max)
- Position restrictor on frame
- Mark screw holes
- Drill pilot holes
- Secure restrictor firmly
- Test opening limit
- Check adult release works
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Setting gap too wide
- Not securing into solid frame
- Forgetting to test adult release
- Missing windows in other rooms
💡 Pro trick: Cable-style restrictors are more versatile than rigid ones - they work with different window types and allow emergency full opening.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪟 Statistics are grim - window falls are a leading cause of serious child injury at home. This is one childproofing measure that's genuinely life-saving.
Priority windows:
- Upper floor bedrooms
- Children's rooms
- Any window near furniture
- Windows above hard surfaces
Restrictor types:
- Cable restrictors (versatile)
- Rigid arm restrictors
- Key-release locks
- Sash window restrictors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a window restrictor?
A device that limits how far a window can open - usually to about 10cm. Enough for fresh air, not enough for a child to climb through or fall out.
Which windows need restrictors?
Any window above ground floor that a child could access. Also consider ground floor windows if you have toddlers who might climb out. Bedrooms are the priority.
Will restrictors damage my windows?
Screw-fit restrictors need small holes in the frame. These are discreet and can be filled later if removed. The alternative - a child falling - doesn't bear thinking about.
Can adults still open the window fully?
Yes - most restrictors have a key or release mechanism for adults. You can open fully for cleaning or in emergencies, children can't.
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