Lever door handle fitting in Exeter
Professional lever door handle fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional lever door handle fitting for Devon elderly residents - replace round knobs with lever handles for easier door opening with wrist or forearm.
Open Doors Without Gripping
Round door knobs need grip and twist. With arthritis, that's painful. Lever handles push down. Use wrist, forearm, even elbow. No gripping required.
💡 Pro tip: Start with the doors you use most - bedroom, bathroom, kitchen. Those are the ones that cause daily frustration.
Lever vs Round Knob
| ✅ Lever Handle | ❌ Round Knob |
|---|---|
| Push down | Grip and twist |
| Use wrist/forearm | Needs hand grip |
| Painless | Painful |
| Easy | Difficult |
Doors To Consider
| Door | Priority |
|---|---|
| Bathroom | Essential access |
| Bedroom | Used daily |
| Kitchen | Frequent use |
| Front door | Entry/exit |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Remove | Old handle off |
| Fit | New lever handle |
| Adjust | Smooth operation |
| Test | Check door closes properly |
📦 You're Left With
- Working lever handle
- Smooth operation
- Easy door opening
- No grip needed
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single door | 30-45 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum. Handle extra if we supply.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Arthritic hands - Gripping hurts
✅ Weak grip - Can't turn knobs
✅ One handed - Need easier operation
✅ Prevention - Before hands get worse
Why Choose Us for Lever door handle fitting in Exeter?
Easier opening
Wrist operation
No grip needed
Professional fit
What to Expect
Step 1: Remove
Take off old handle.
Step 2: Fit
Install new lever handle.
Step 3: Adjust
Ensure smooth operation.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting lever door handles yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Lever handle set (correct size)
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Possibly drill
📐 Fitting tips
- Measure spindle size first
- Check backset distance
- Remove old handle carefully
- Fit new handle
- Test before finishing
⚠️ Important points
- Get correct measurements
- Check lock compatibility
- Don't force anything
- Test door closes properly
💡 Pro tip: Measure the spindle (the square bar through the door) and the backset (distance from edge of door to centre of hole). Take these to the shop to get the right size.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Simple but significant - lever handles are a standard accessibility adaptation. One of the easiest changes that makes a big difference to daily life.
Combine with:
- Lever tap fitting
- Door widening
- Easy-grip tap covers
Related services:
- Lever tap fitting
- Door threshold adjustment
- General elderly help
Frequently Asked Questions
Why lever handles?
Lever handles work with a push down motion - can use wrist, elbow, or forearm. Round knobs require grip and twist, which is hard with arthritis.
Do you supply the handles?
We can supply or fit ones you've bought. We ensure they're good quality and fitted correctly for smooth operation.
What about locks?
Lever handles work with standard mortice locks. We check compatibility and ensure the lock still operates properly.
Can you do all doors?
Yes - internal and external doors. We can do one problem door or every door in the house.
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