Bed guard fitting in Exeter
Professional bed guard 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
We're a general handyman service that turns its hand to things. We're not specialist installers.
Most of what people call out a handyman for is time and a decent pair of hands. That is what you are booking: a handyman for the hours you choose, working through your list.
£60 an hour including VAT, two hour minimum. How booking works
Bookable by the hour
- Repairs, adjustments and replacements on what is already there
- Fitting, hanging, mounting and assembling
- Small jobs batched into one visit
Take this to a specialist
- Work that needs a certificate or sign-off
- Structural work, and anything notifiable under building regulations
- Manufacturer-warranty installs that only an approved installer can carry out
Not sure which yours is? Describe the job and we will tell you
Professional bed guard fitting - secure bed rails to stop toddlers rolling out of bed at night. The transition from cot to big bed, made safer.
No More Bumpy Nights
Moving to a big bed is exciting - but toddlers roll around and can fall out. A bed guard creates a safe barrier while they learn to stay in bed.
💡 Pro tip: Position the guard towards the head of the bed where they're most likely to roll. Leave a gap at the foot for getting in and out.
Why Proper Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Stays securely in place | Comes loose at night |
| Works with mattress | Gap creates entrapment |
| Child can't push out | Pushes away from bed |
| Folds down easily | Stuck in position |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Bed and mattress compatibility |
| Fit | Guard secured properly |
| Adjust | Gap-free fitting checked |
| Demo | Fold-down mechanism shown |
📦 You're Left With
- Secure bed guard
- Gap-free fitting
- Working fold-down
- Safe sleeping
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Bed guard fitting | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Best combined with other bedroom work.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Moving from cot - New big bed
✅ Restless sleeper - Falls out frequently
✅ Difficult fitting - Instructions unclear
✅ Bedroom setup - Part of larger job
Why Choose Us for Bed guard fitting in Exeter?
Stops falling out
Secure fitting
Works with mattress
Safe sleeping
What to Expect
Step 1: Check
Bed and mattress compatibility confirmed.
Step 2: Fit
Guard installed and secured.
Step 3: Test
Gap-free fit, fold-down mechanism checked.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Bed guard
- Mattress lifter (you!)
- Possibly Allen key (usually included)
📐 Secure fitting
- Lift mattress corner
- Position guard anchor plate
- Lower mattress onto plate
- Check guard is vertical
- Test with push
- Check for gaps
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Gap between guard and mattress
- Guard tilted (not vertical)
- Anchor plate not flat
- Forgetting to test push
💡 Pro trick: Check the guard after the first few nights - mattress movement can shift the anchor plate. Readjust if needed.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
👶 Transition time - bed guards are temporary. Most children are fine without them by age 3-4. Check occasionally if they still need it.
Bed guard types:
- Fold-down rails
- Fixed guards
- Mesh sides
- Foam bumpers
- Inflatable guards (travel)
Related services:
- Toddler bed assembly
- Bedroom safety check
- Furniture anchoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bed guards can you fit?
Fold-down guards, fixed rails, mesh guards, foam bumpers. Whatever type you've bought, we'll make sure it's fitted securely and works with your mattress.
When do children need bed guards?
When moving from cot to bed - usually 18 months to 3 years. Some children need them longer if they're restless sleepers. Remove when they can get in and out safely themselves.
Do they work on all beds?
Most bed guards work with standard divan and slatted bed bases. Some need mattress depth adjustment. We check compatibility when fitting.
Is this worth a callout on its own?
Honestly, most bed guards are designed for DIY fitting. But if you're doing other bedroom setup or struggle with the instructions, it makes sense to include.
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