Bike ceiling hoist in Exeter
Professional bike ceiling hoist services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-135
Typical Duration
1.5-2.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Bike ceiling hoist installed in your garage or shed to free up floor space. Pulley system lifts bikes overhead - simple to use and securely fixed.
Reclaim Your Garage Floor
Bikes leaning against walls, taking up half your garage? Ceiling hoist gets them overhead where they're out of the way. Park the car, use your workbench, actually walk around without bike obstacles everywhere.
💡 Pro tip: Ceiling storage is brilliant for bikes you use regularly - much easier than wrestling them in and out of wall racks or sheds.
Why Ceiling is Better Than Wall
| ✅ Ceiling Hoist | ❌ Wall Rack |
|---|---|
| Maximizes floor space | Still takes up wall area |
| Easy pulley system | Lifting bike onto wall hooks |
| Multiple bikes possible | Limited by wall space |
| Out of the way completely | Still an obstacle |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Check ceiling type, locate joists |
| Install | Fix brackets securely to joists |
| Fit Pulley | Install lifting mechanism |
| Test | Load bike, check weight capacity |
📦 You're Left With
- Bike stored overhead safely
- Floor space freed up
- Easy lift and lower system
- Multiple hoists if needed
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single hoist | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Two hoists | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Three or complex install | 2.5 hrs | £135 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. You supply the hoist kit.
Perfect For...
✅ Small garages - maximize every inch
✅ Multiple bikes - family storage solution
✅ Regular riders - easy daily access
✅ E-bikes - heavy bikes safely stored
Why Choose Us for Bike ceiling hoist in Exeter?
Securely fixed to ceiling joists
Easy pulley system to lift bikes
Frees up valuable floor space
Safe weight capacity checked
What to Expect
Step 1: Find the Joists
Locate ceiling joists using detector, mark positions. Can't just screw into plasterboard - needs solid fixing points.
Step 2: Install Brackets
Drill and fix mounting brackets securely to joists. This is critical - has to hold bike weight safely.
Step 3: Fit and Test
Install pulley mechanism, hook up bike, test it lifts and lowers smoothly and holds weight securely.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy having a go? Here's what's involved:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Stud finder or joist detector
- Drill with long wood bits
- Spanner set
- Ladder or platform
- Helper (essential for overhead work)
📐 Installation steps
- Find ceiling joists (usually 40cm apart)
- Mark hoist bracket positions
- Drill pilot holes into joists
- Fix brackets with coach bolts
- Install pulley mechanism
- Attach rope and hooks
- Test with bike weight
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Fixing to plasterboard not joists - pulls out
- Not checking weight capacity - dangerous
- Installing too close to wall - bike hits
- Rope too short - can't lower bike properly
💡 Pro trick: Install slightly forward of where bike sits on floor. When lifted, bike hangs at angle so handlebars clear ceiling better.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple bikes? Space hoists about 60cm apart minimum - gives clearance for handlebars. Most garages fit 2-3 bikes overhead comfortably.
E-bikes? Much heavier than normal bikes. Make sure your hoist is rated for the weight and fix extra-securely. Some need heavy-duty hoists.
Low ceilings? If your garage ceiling is under 2.4m, bike hoist might not give enough clearance underneath. Measure first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my ceiling support a bike hoist?
Depends on what you've got up there. Proper ceiling joists in a garage, yes - easy to fix to. Plasterboard ceiling without access to joists, no - won't hold the weight. I'll check what you've got and advise honestly.
How high does it lift the bike?
Right up to the ceiling basically - high enough to park a car underneath. The pulley system means you can easily lift and lower it when you need the bike. Common in garages where floor space is precious.
Can I fit it myself?
Possible if you're handy and have ceiling access, but it's awkward overhead work. You need to find joists, drill accurately above your head, test the weight capacity. Easier to get someone who knows what they're doing.
How many bikes can you hang?
One per hoist. Want multiple bikes up there? We install multiple hoists. Just need enough ceiling space and joists in the right places. Most garages can take 2-3 bikes overhead without issues.
What if I've got a heavy e-bike?
Standard hoists are usually rated to 20kg - fine for normal bikes. E-bikes are heavier (often 25kg+), so need heavy-duty hoist and extra-secure fixing. I'll spec the right kit for your bike weight.
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