Door finger guards in Exeter
Professional door finger guards 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 door finger guard fitting - cover the hinge-side gap where small fingers get trapped. Essential childproofing that prevents a common, serious injury.
The Hidden Danger
The hinge side of doors is a finger-trapping guillotine. Children explore with fingers in gaps they shouldn't be. When the door closes, the force is enough to break bones.
💡 Pro tip: Internal doors are the main risk - they swing freely. External doors and fire doors are usually heavier and close more slowly.
How Finger Trapping Happens
| Action | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Finger in hinge gap | Explores the opening |
| Door swings closed | Gap suddenly narrows |
| Fingers trapped | Crush injury |
| Can't escape | Door may continue closing |
Why Finger Guards Work
| ✅ With Guards | ❌ Without Guards |
|---|---|
| Gap covered completely | Gap accessible |
| No access for fingers | Inviting space to explore |
| Door still works | Door is the hazard |
| Peace of mind | Constant worry |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Door compatibility assessed |
| Fit | Guard secured to door/frame |
| Test | Door operation checked |
| Adjust | Any trimming if needed |
📦 You're Left With
- Hinge gap covered
- Fingers can't get trapped
- Door still works properly
- Essential safety sorted
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 doors | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Per additional door | +5 mins | Included in hour |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Guards at cost if needed.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Young children - Exploration age
✅ Internal doors - Free-swinging
✅ Older house - Wide hinge gaps
✅ Full childproofing - Part of safety sweep
Why Choose Us for Door finger guards in Exeter?
Prevents trapped fingers
Covers hinge gap
Works with most doors
Essential childproofing
What to Expect
Step 1: Check
Assess door type and gap size.
Step 2: Fit
Install guard covering hinge gap.
Step 3: Test
Confirm door opens and closes properly.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 What you'll need
- Finger guard (door-type specific)
- Possibly scissors to trim
- Strong adhesive or screws
- Clean cloth
📐 Fitting steps
- Clean hinge side of door and frame
- Measure gap and guard needed
- Trim guard to door height if needed
- Attach to door (adhesive or screw)
- Check door operation
- Adjust if binding
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Wrong guard type for door
- Not covering full gap
- Interfering with door closure
- Poor adhesion (comes off)
💡 Pro trick: Get flexible guards that concertina - rigid ones can prevent doors closing properly if not sized exactly right.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Injury stats - finger trapping is one of the most common childhood injuries. The hinge side is the most serious - full force of the closing door. Guards are cheap insurance.
Guard types:
- Flexible concertina strips
- Rigid hinge covers
- Foam guards
- Full door length vs partial
Related services:
- Door stop fitting
- Soft close hinges
- Full childproofing assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do fingers get trapped in doors?
The hinge side is the dangerous bit - where the door closes against the frame. Small fingers exploring the gap get crushed. This is where guards fit.
Do they work on all doors?
Most internal doors, yes. Very thick doors, fire doors, or unusually shaped frames might need specific types. We check compatibility.
Will they affect how the door closes?
Slightly - the guard takes up a bit of space. Doors still close properly but may need minor adjustment. Not usually noticeable.
At what age is this needed?
From when children start exploring doors (crawling age) until they're old enough to understand the danger - usually around 4-5 at minimum.
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