High level dusting in Exeter
Professional high level dusting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
High-level dusting service for ceiling corners, picture rails, light fittings, and all those areas you can't reach. I'll remove cobwebs, dust, and dead insects to improve air quality and make your rooms feel fresher.
The Dust You Don't See is Still There
Those ceiling corners looking a bit grey? That's not just cosmetic - you're breathing that dust every day.
💡 Pro tip: High-level dust includes dead skin cells, insect debris, pollen, and cobwebs. It all eventually falls down to breathable height. Regular high dusting improves air quality significantly.
Why Professional Help Matters
Reaching high areas safely requires proper equipment and technique.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Proper ladder/extension poles | Balancing on furniture to reach |
| Systematic coverage of all high areas | Missing spots you can't reach |
| Dust captured, not redistributed | Knocking dust down onto clean areas |
| Safe work at height | Risk of falls and injuries |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Prep | Furniture protected from falling dust |
| Systematic dusting | Ceiling corners, rails, tops of units, light fittings |
| Cobweb removal | All webs cleared from high corners |
| Floor clean | Knocked-down dust swept/vacuumed |
📦 You're Left With
- Clean high surfaces throughout
- No cobwebs in corners
- Fresher feeling rooms
- Improved air quality
Pricing Guide
| Area Coverage | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single room (bedroom, study) | 1 hr | £60 |
| Large room (living room, open kitchen) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Whole house (3-bed property) | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| High ceilings/beams (extra height) | 1.5-2 hrs per room | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Victorian high ceilings add time. Multiple rooms done together more efficient.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Pre-sale cleaning - house needs looking pristine for viewings
✅ Spring cleaning - twice-yearly deep clean
✅ Allergy problems - dust and cobwebs triggering symptoms
✅ High ceilings - Victorian properties with 3m+ ceilings
✅ Can't climb ladders - age, injury, or confidence reasons
✅ Moving in - previous occupants left cobwebs everywhere
Why Choose Us for High level dusting in Exeter?
High corners and ceilings dusted thoroughly
Cobwebs removed from hard-to-reach spots
Light fittings and picture rails cleaned
No ladder climbing needed from you
What to Expect
Step 1: Protection
I protect furniture and floor coverings from falling dust. No point dirtying your clean carpets.
Step 2: High Work
Systematic dusting of all high areas - ceiling corners, picture rails, light fittings, tops of furniture. I work methodically around each room.
Step 3: Cleanup
All the knocked-down dust gets swept or vacuumed up. Your rooms are left clean from ceiling to floor.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to tackle high dusting yourself? Here's the safe approach:
🔧 Equipment you'll need
- Extendable duster or microfiber mop
- Stepladder (proper one, not a chair)
- Dust sheets for furniture
- Vacuum with crevice tool
- Damp cloths for stubborn spots
📐 Working safely at height
- Use proper stepladder with someone to foot it
- Don't overreach - move the ladder frequently
- Wear safety glasses - dust falls in your eyes otherwise
- Work in sections, completing each area fully
✂️ Dusting technique
- Start highest point and work down
- Use damp (not wet) cloth for sticky dust
- Dry microfiber for light dust and cobwebs
- Don't just redistribute dust - capture it
- Vacuum as you go to remove fallen dust
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Standing on furniture to reach
- Knocking dust onto freshly cleaned surfaces below
- Forgetting to protect furniture from falling debris
- Overreaching and losing balance
- Missing areas behind large furniture
💡 Pro trick: Wrap an old pillowcase around each ceiling fan blade and pull back - traps the dust inside the pillowcase instead of showering it everywhere. Also, slightly damp microfiber works better than feather dusters, which just move dust around.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Decorating soon? Do high dusting BEFORE the decorators arrive. Painters won't dust ceiling corners for you, and painting over cobwebs looks terrible.
Whole house clean? Combine high dusting with other cleaning services - carpet cleaning, window cleaning, oven cleaning. Bundle them together for a complete refresh.
Victorian ceilings? Exeter's full of them - 3-4 meter high ceilings with ornate cornicing. These take longer but make such a difference when cleaned properly. All that decorative plasterwork collects dust.
Regular service? Some people book high dusting twice a year - spring and autumn. I can add you to a reminder schedule if you want it done routinely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas do you dust at height?
Ceiling corners, picture rails, top of wardrobes, light fittings, ceiling beams, top of door frames, high shelving - basically anywhere you can't reach from the floor. I bring proper equipment and clean it all properly.
Why bother dusting high areas if you can't see them?
You might not notice the dust, but you're breathing it. High-level dust, cobwebs, and dead insects all contribute to poor air quality and can trigger allergies. Plus it looks much better once it's done - you'll notice the difference in how fresh the room feels.
Can you do this as part of a deep clean before selling?
Absolutely - it's actually one of the most requested jobs before house viewings. Estate agents notice cobwebs and dusty corners. Having everything clean from floor to ceiling makes rooms feel well-maintained.
How often should high areas be dusted?
Most people do it twice a year - spring and autumn. More often if you have allergies or if you live near fields (harvest time brings loads of dust). Once a year minimum, or you end up with thick cobwebs and visible dust layers.
Do you move furniture to reach behind it?
Yes - wardrobes, bookcases, anything that's been accumulating dust on top gets accessed and cleaned. If something's too heavy to move, I'll reach as best I can, but usually we can shift things enough to get behind.
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