Loft ladder help in Exeter
Professional loft ladder help services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Loft ladder pulled down, steadied, and put away safely for you. Someone reliable to hold it while you climb, help pass items, and generally make loft access less of a solo struggle.
When the Loft Ladder Is the Problem
You need to get in the loft. But that ladder is awkward as hell. Stiff pull-down mechanism. Heavy when it releases. Out of reach without standing on something wobbly.
And even if you get it down, climbing it solo while carrying stuff is asking for trouble.
💡 Pro tip: Most loft ladder accidents happen when people are climbing one-handed because they're carrying something. Having someone to pass items to makes it massively safer.
Why Two People Make Loft Access Safer
| ❌ Solo Loft Access | ✅ With Help |
|---|---|
| Struggle to reach/pull down ladder | I'll get it down easily |
| Wobbly/unsecured while you climb | Ladder footed and steady |
| Climb one-handed carrying items | Pass items safely from person to person |
| Risk falling with no one there to help | Someone there if anything goes wrong |
What You Get
🪜 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Pull Down | I'll reach and release the loft ladder mechanism |
| Secure | Ladder extended and checked it's safe |
| Steady | I foot the ladder while you climb |
| Assist | Help passing items up or down as needed |
| Put Away | Ladder folded and secured when you're done |
✅ You're Left With
- Safe loft access without struggle
- Items moved without solo climbing risk
- Ladder put away properly
- Peace of mind throughout
Pricing
| Service | Time Taken | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Loft ladder assistance | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Extended help (sorting/multiple trips) | Up to 1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For
✅ Elderly or mobility issues - ladder's harder to manage as you age
✅ Moving heavy/bulky items - need someone to pass things to
✅ Stiff or awkward ladder mechanism - can't reach or pull it down yourself
✅ Post-surgery recovery - doctor said no climbing alone
Why Choose Us for Loft ladder help in Exeter?
Loft ladder safely pulled down for you
Someone to steady it while you climb
Help passing items up or down
Ladder secured and put away after
What to Expect
Step 1: Pull Down Ladder
I'll release the loft hatch mechanism (using a pole if needed), extend the ladder fully, and check it's secure before anyone climbs.
Step 2: Steady While You Work
You climb, I foot the ladder to keep it steady. You can focus on what you're doing up there without worrying about the ladder shifting.
Step 3: Help With Items
Pass items down to me (or I'll pass items up to you). No one-handed climbing with boxes - much safer to hand things person-to-person.
Step 4: Put Away Safely
When you're done, I'll fold the ladder back up properly and secure the hatch. Job done, no struggle.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to make loft ladder access easier yourself?
🔧 Maintaining your loft ladder
- Stiff mechanism: Spray WD-40 on hinges and springs (amazing difference)
- Difficult to reach: Fit a pull cord or hook pole to reach the release
- Wobbly when extended: Check all bolts are tight, nothing's bent
- Creaky rungs: A squirt of 3-in-1 oil on moving parts
- Hard to fold back: The springs might need adjusting (I can help with this)
🪜 Using a loft ladder safely
- Extending: Pull down slowly - they're heavier than you think
- Check: Make sure it's fully extended and locked
- Climbing: Face the ladder, both hands on rungs
- Never: Climb one-handed while carrying items
- Passing items: Get someone to help - pass things up/down
📦 Making access easier
- Store a sturdy hook pole near the hatch (makes pulling down easier)
- Keep frequently-used items near the loft hatch
- Install a loft light so you can see what you're doing
- Board the loft so you can walk around safely
- Label boxes clearly so you know what's what
⚠️ When to get help
- Ladder mechanism is stiff/broken
- You need to move heavy/bulky items
- You're home alone and safety-conscious
- You've got balance or mobility issues
- The ladder's steep and feels unsafe
💡 Pro trick: If your loft ladder is ancient and horrible, modern replacements are £200-400 fitted (I can do this). They're easier to use, safer, and some fold away more neatly. Worth considering if you access the loft regularly.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔧 Broken loft ladder? If the mechanism's seized, springs are broken, or it's just knackered, I can quote to repair or replace it. Modern loft ladders are much easier to use - worth upgrading if yours is 20+ years old.
Regular seasonal use? Some customers book me twice a year - November to help get Christmas decs down, January to help put them back. Knowing you've got reliable help makes the whole thing less stressful.
Full loft access service: If you actually want me to go up there and get items (rather than steadying while you go up), that's the "Loft Access Items" service instead. This service is specifically for when YOU want to go up but need someone to help with the ladder and pass items.
Exeter's older houses often have original loft ladders that are 50+ years old - stiff mechanisms, narrow rungs, steep angles. If yours is particularly awkward, don't struggle alone. That's literally what this service is for.
Alternative: loft boarding and lighting - If you're accessing the loft regularly, proper boarding and electric lighting makes a huge difference. I can quote for that if it's something you're considering - makes the loft actually usable storage rather than a dark dusty nightmare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would I need help with a loft ladder?
Pulling down a loft ladder can be awkward - stiff mechanism, heavy, or just out of reach. Plus having someone foot the ladder while you climb makes it much safer, especially if you're carrying items. It's the difference between risky and safe.
Can you just pull the ladder down and leave me to it?
I could, but I'd rather stay and foot the ladder for you. Loft ladders are steep and someone holding it steady makes a huge difference to safety. Takes me 30 minutes, could save you a hospital trip.
What if my loft ladder is broken or stiff?
I can look at it - often they just need the mechanism oiling or adjusting. If it's properly broken, I'll tell you honestly and can quote to repair or replace it. No point struggling with dodgy equipment.
Can you help me move heavy items up or down?
Yes - that's actually where this service is most valuable. You climb, I steady the ladder, then you pass items down to me (or I pass items up to you). Much safer than trying to climb one-handed with a box of Christmas decs.
How long will you stay to help?
As long as you need within the hour - whether that's 20 minutes to get one item, or the full hour sorting through multiple boxes. It's a fixed £60 either way.
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