Lamp repair in Exeter
Professional lamp repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
We're a general handyman service that turns its hand to things. We're not specialist installers.
We handle non-notifiable electrical work only. Anything requiring certification goes to a qualified electrician, and we will tell you which it is before you book.
£60 an hour including VAT, two hour minimum. How booking works
Bookable by the hour
- Like-for-like swaps of light fittings, switches and sockets
- Fitting supplied fixtures on an existing circuit
- Cable tidying and trunking
Take this to a specialist
- New circuits, consumer units and anything notifiable under Part P
- EV chargers, outdoor supplies and certification work
- Fault finding on a failing installation
Not sure which yours is? Describe the job and we will tell you
Professional lamp repair in Exeter - your favourite lamp fixed properly with safe wiring, new switch if needed, and back to working order.
Save Your Favourite Lamp
Old lamps are often better than new ones. But dodgy wiring is dangerous. We fix them safely. New cable, working switch, proper connections.
💡 Pro tip: Antique lamps are almost always worth repairing. Modern equivalents don't have the same quality. Safe wiring makes them usable for decades more.
Repaired vs Binned
| ✅ Properly Repaired | ❌ Thrown Away |
|---|---|
| Favourite lamp saved | Lost forever |
| Safe to use | Risk before repair |
| Costs less than quality replacement | New lamp expense |
| Character preserved | Generic replacement |
Common Repairs
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Dodgy switch | Replace switch |
| Frayed cable | Rewire completely |
| Loose socket | Secure and test |
| No power | Diagnose and fix |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Diagnose | Find the problem |
| Quote | Honest repair/replace advice |
| Repair | Fix properly |
| Test | Safe to use |
📦 You're Left With
- Lamp working
- Safe wiring
- New components if needed
- Peace of mind
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lamp repair | 30-45 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum. Switch or cable included if standard. Specialist parts extra.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Favourite lamp - Don't want to lose it
✅ Antique - Worth preserving
✅ Matching pair - Can't replace
✅ Flickering - Needs fixing
Why Choose Us for Lamp repair in Exeter?
Lamp saved
Safe wiring
New switch if needed
Working again
What to Expect
Step 1: Diagnose
Find what's wrong.
Step 2: Advise
Repair vs replace recommendation.
Step 3: Fix
Make it safe and working.
🔧 DIY Tips
Repairing a lamp yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Screwdriver
- Wire strippers
- New cable if needed
- Replacement switch if needed
📐 Repair tips
- Unplug before touching anything
- Note how wires are connected
- Check cable for damage throughout
- Replace switch if dodgy
- Test thoroughly before use
⚠️ Important points
- Never bodge electrical repairs
- Cable damage = replace cable
- PAT test if used commercially
- Cheap repairs aren't worth the risk
💡 Pro tip: If rewiring, buy decent braided flex that matches the lamp's style. Looks better and lasts longer than cheap white cable.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪔 Old lamps deserve safe wiring - a lamp from your nan, an antique find, or just a favourite that suits the room. Worth fixing properly.
Combine with:
- Multiple lamps
- Light fitting
- General electrical
Related services:
- Light fitting
- General electrical repairs
- Antique restoration
Frequently Asked Questions
What lamp problems can you fix?
Dodgy switches, frayed cables, loose connections, broken sockets. Most table and floor lamps can be repaired. If it's a valuable antique, repairs are definitely worth it.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace?
Basic lamps are often cheaper to replace than repair. But favourite lamps, antiques, or matching pairs are worth fixing. We'll be honest about whether repair makes sense.
Can you convert old lamps?
Yes - antique lamps, oil lamps converted to electric, and vintage finds can be made safe and usable. Often just needs rewiring with modern components.
Do you replace the flex?
If the cable is damaged or old, we replace it. New fabric flex can look good on vintage lamps. We match the style where possible.
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