Ladder work general in Exeter
Professional ladder work general services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£160
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
General ladder work and height access done safely with proper equipment. Change bulbs, clean windows, check gutters, trim high hedges - anything you need doing but can't safely reach yourself.
When You Need to Go High But Shouldn't
There's something that needs doing up high. External light bulb gone. Gutter overflowing. Bedroom window covered in cobwebs. Clematis taking over the wall.
You've got a ladder. You could probably do it. But you're not 25 anymore, and falling off a ladder onto concrete isn't on this week's to-do list.
💡 Pro tip: Falls from height are the second most common cause of serious home accidents. If you're hesitating, there's a reason - trust your instinct and get someone who does this regularly.
Why Professional Height Access Matters
| ❌ DIY Ladder Work | ✅ Professional Service |
|---|---|
| Wobbly old ladder from the garage | Proper extending ladders, well maintained |
| Nobody holding it steady | Safe setup, proper techniques |
| Stretching awkwardly to reach | Right ladder for the job |
| One wrong move = A&E | Fully insured, trained for height work |
What You Get
🪜 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assessment | I'll check what needs doing and confirm the price |
| Safe Access | Proper ladder set up securely |
| Complete the Job | Whatever needs doing at height - done properly |
| Cleanup | No mess left behind |
✅ You're Left With
- Job done without risk to yourself
- Peace of mind it's been done safely
- No hospital trip from falling off a dodgy ladder
- One less thing on that nagging to-do list
Pricing
| Time Taken | You'll Pay |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hr | £60 |
| 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| 2 hrs | £110 |
| 2.5 hrs | £135 |
| 3 hrs | £160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Common jobs:
- Exterior bulb change: 30 mins - £60
- Clean front gutters: 1-2 hrs - £60-£110
- Hang Christmas lights: 2-3 hrs - £110-£160
Perfect For
✅ Gutter clearing - check and clear without climbing yourself
✅ High windows - exterior cleaning, cobweb removal
✅ Exterior lighting - change bulbs, check fixings
✅ High hedges/plants - trim back growth you can't reach
✅ Fascias/soffits - check condition, minor repairs
✅ Seasonal tasks - Christmas lights, hanging baskets high up
Why Choose Us for Ladder work general in Exeter?
Proper ladders and safety equipment
Fully insured for work at height
No job too high or awkward
Save yourself the risk and hassle
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess the Job
I'll take a look at what needs doing and confirm the estimated time/cost. If it's more complex than expected, I'll let you know before starting.
Step 2: Set Up Safely
Proper ladder for the height, set up on stable ground, secured properly. This takes a few minutes but it's the most important bit.
Step 3: Complete the Work
Whatever needs doing - changing bulbs, clearing gutters, trimming plants, checking fixings - done methodically and safely.
Step 4: Pack Down & Report
Ladder packed away, area checked for dropped screws/debris. I'll let you know if I spotted any issues while up there (loose tiles, damaged gutters, etc).
🔧 DIY Tips
If you're going to use ladders yourself, do it safely:
🔧 Equipment essentials
- Decent ladder in good condition (check for cracks, bends, loose rungs)
- Non-slip shoes
- Someone else home to hold the ladder or call 999 if needed
- Tool belt so both hands are free for climbing
🪜 Ladder safety basics
- Setup: Place on firm, level ground. Angle should be 75° (1m out for every 4m up)
- Secure: Tie the top to something solid if possible, or have someone foot the bottom
- Climb: Face the ladder, three points of contact always, don't carry heavy items
- Work: Keep your belt buckle between the ladder rails (don't lean out)
- Weather: Don't use ladders in wind or rain - slippery rungs = hospital trip
⚠️ Common mistakes that cause falls
- Ladder on uneven ground or soft soil
- Overreaching instead of moving the ladder
- Carrying tools up (use a rope to haul them up instead)
- Working alone when someone could hold the ladder steady
- Using a damaged ladder because "it'll be fine"
💡 When to definitely NOT climb yourself
- You're over 60 and haven't used a ladder in years
- You've got balance issues or dizziness
- It's windy, wet, or icy
- The job needs two hands and you'd be letting go
- You're home alone
- Your gut says "this feels dodgy"
Better alternatives:
- Long-handled tools for many high jobs (gutter cleaners, window washers, hedge trimmers)
- Platform steps for indoor height work (more stable than ladders)
- Call someone who does it regularly and has proper insurance
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Victorian/Edwardian houses in Exeter? Your high ceilings and tall windows are beautiful but a pain for maintenance. Often need extending ladders to reach the upstairs windows or gutters safely - exactly the kind of ladder work where calling a pro makes sense.
What I can't do: Anything needing scaffolding (re-roofing, repointing high walls, painting whole house exteriors). For that you need proper scaffolding erectors. I'll tell you honestly if a job's beyond ladder-safe access.
Multiple jobs? If you've got a list of high-up jobs - change 3 bulbs, clear the gutters, check the aerial, trim the ivy - do them all in one visit. I'm already there with the ladders, costs you less than multiple callouts.
Seasonal regulars: Some customers have me come twice a year - spring gutter clear, autumn gutter clear. Or Christmas lights up in November, down in January. Regular maintenance is cheaper than emergency repairs from overflowing gutters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of ladder work can you do?
Pretty much anything at height - cleaning high windows, changing exterior bulbs, checking gutters, fixing loose soffits, hanging Christmas lights, cutting back high hedges. If it needs a ladder and you don't fancy doing it yourself, that's what I'm here for.
How high can you safely work?
I've got extending ladders that reach most domestic heights (up to about 25ft), plus proper safety equipment. For anything higher than that, we'd need scaffolding or a cherry picker - I'll tell you honestly if a job's outside what I can safely do.
Is this safe? Are you insured?
Yes and yes. I'm trained in working at height, use proper equipment (not a wobbly old ladder from the shed), and fully insured for this type of work. It's what you're paying for - doing it safely so you don't have to risk it.
Can you do the actual job as well, or just provide ladder access?
Both. If it's something simple like changing a bulb or clearing a gutter, I'll do that. If it's more specialist (electrical work, roofing repairs), I can provide safe access for you or another tradesperson.
Do I need to be home while you work?
Ideally yes, at least at the start to show me what needs doing. For straightforward jobs like gutter cleaning I'm happy to work while you're out once I know what's needed. Your call.
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