Blind cord safety devices in Exeter
Professional blind cord safety devices 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 blind cord safety device fitting - break-away connectors, cord tensioners, and other devices that reduce strangulation risk from corded blinds.
Beyond Just Cleats
Cord cleats are the minimum. Break-away devices and cord tensioners add extra layers of protection - because with children's safety, one layer is never enough.
💡 Pro tip: New regulations mean blinds sold since 2014 should have safety devices. Older blinds? Retrofit safety devices now.
Safety Device Options
| Device | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Cord cleat | Wraps cord out of reach |
| Break-away connector | Loop opens under pressure |
| Cord tensioner | Keeps cord taut to wall |
| Cord winder | Stores excess cord safely |
Why Multiple Layers Matter
| ✅ Belt & Braces | ❌ Single Solution |
|---|---|
| Backup if one fails | One point of failure |
| Different risks covered | Only one risk addressed |
| Habit + failsafe | Relies on memory alone |
| Maximum protection | Minimum protection |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Check all corded blinds |
| Install | Fit appropriate devices |
| Test | Check devices work correctly |
| Demo | Show you how they function |
📦 You're Left With
- Safety devices fitted
- All blinds protected
- Break-away tested
- Proper operation shown
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Safety devices (2-4 blinds) | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Whole house | 30-45 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Devices at cost if needed.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Older blinds - Pre-2014 without safety features
✅ Extra protection - Beyond just cleats
✅ Rental property - Can't replace blinds
✅ Peace of mind - Multiple safety layers
Why Choose Us for Blind cord safety devices in Exeter?
Break-away devices fitted
Cord tensioners installed
Reduces strangulation risk
Works with existing blinds
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Check all blinds and identify risks.
Step 2: Install
Fit appropriate devices to each blind.
Step 3: Test
Verify break-away releases properly.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting safety devices yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Break-away connectors
- Cord tensioners
- Cord cleats
- Screwdriver and drill
📐 Break-away fitting
- Cut existing cord loop
- Thread through break-away device
- Reconnect cord
- Test release pressure
- Check blind still operates
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Break-away set too tight (won't release)
- Tensioner not tight enough
- Skipping windows (all need protection)
- Not testing after fitting
💡 Pro trick: Test break-away devices monthly - give them a firm tug to check they release. They can stiffen over time.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
⚠️ Regulation change - since 2014, all blinds with cords should include safety devices. If yours don't, they were either sold before 2014 or non-compliant. Either way, fit safety devices now.
Device sources:
- Hardware shops (basic cleats)
- Online blind specialists
- Direct from blind manufacturers
- Child safety specialists
Related services:
- Blind cord cleats
- Cordless blind fitting
- Full childproofing assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a break-away device?
A connector in the cord loop that releases under pressure - if a child gets caught, the loop breaks open instead of tightening. Essential safety feature.
What's a cord tensioner?
A device that keeps the cord taut against the wall, eliminating the dangerous dangling loop. Often used with cord cleats for double protection.
Do I need both cleats and safety devices?
Belt and braces approach is best. Cleats keep cords wrapped up, break-away devices are backup if someone forgets. Multiple layers of safety.
Should I just replace the blinds?
If you can afford cordless blinds, yes - that's the safest option. These devices make corded blinds safer, but cordless eliminates the risk entirely.
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