Shop front repair in Exeter
Professional shop front repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
From £60
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
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 shop front repair for retail premises - minor damage fixed, panels secured, and your business looking good again. First impressions restored.
Looking Good for Customers
Damaged shop fronts lose you trade. Tatty entrance and broken panels tell customers you don't care. Quick repairs keep your image professional.
💡 Pro tip: Fix small damage quickly. What starts as a small crack or loose panel becomes expensive water damage if left.
Professional vs Ignored Damage
| ✅ Professional Repair | ❌ Ignored Damage |
|---|---|
| Good first impression | Looks uncared for |
| Weather tight | Water gets in |
| Secure entrance | Security risk |
| Professional image | Lost trade |
Common Repairs
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Loose fascia | Re-secured |
| Damaged cladding | Panel replaced |
| Broken trim | Repaired/renewed |
| Entrance damage | Fixed |
| Weatherproofing | Sealed |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Damage checked |
| Source | Materials matched |
| Repair | Problem fixed |
| Finish | Professional result |
📦 You're Left With
- Damage repaired
- Materials matched
- Weather sealed
- Image restored
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Minor repair | 1 hr | £60 |
| Medium repair | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Larger repair | 3 hrs | £160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Materials extra.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Storm damage - Wind or impact
✅ Wear and tear - General ageing
✅ Accident - Vehicle or vandal damage
✅ Maintenance - Keeping standards
Why Choose Us for Shop front repair in Exeter?
Fast turnaround
Professional finish
Image restored
Trading continues
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Check damage and source materials.
Step 2: Repair
Fix the problem properly.
Step 3: Finish
Weather seal and tidy up.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fixing shop front damage yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Matching materials
- Sealant
- Appropriate fixings
- Ladder (safely)
📐 Repair tips
- Assess full extent of damage
- Source matching materials
- Remove damaged sections cleanly
- Fit new materials properly
- Seal all joints
⚠️ Common issues
- Not matching materials
- Poor sealing
- Rushed repairs showing
- Missing hidden damage
💡 Pro tip: Fascia panels often hide water damage behind them. When removing damaged panels, check what's underneath before assuming a simple repair.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏪 Image matters - your shop front is your advertising. Keeping it smart keeps customers coming.
Combine with:
- Sign hanging
- Door repairs
- General maintenance
Related services:
- Signage installation
- Door repairs
- Retail fitout
Frequently Asked Questions
What repairs do you cover?
Minor shop front repairs - damaged cladding, loose fascia panels, damaged trim, basic entrance repairs. Major structural work or glazing needs specialists.
Can you match materials?
We repair with matching materials where possible. For perfect colour matches on signage, your sign company is better placed. We fix the structure.
Is this emergency work?
Prompt response for trading-affecting damage. A broken front door or loose fascia needs sorting quickly for security and image.
What about listed buildings?
Minor repairs usually fine. Major alterations to listed commercial buildings need planning consent and specialist trades.
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