Cable management in Exeter
Professional cable management services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Messy cables sorted properly - behind TVs, under desks, around entertainment units. No more tangled wires on show, no more tripping hazards.
Stop Living With Cable Chaos
Look behind your TV. Is it a nest of HDMI leads, power cables, and random wires you're not even sure about? Yeah, thought so.
Cable management means tidying all that up so it looks intentional rather than accidental. Clean, professional, safe.
💡 Pro tip: Proper cable management isn't just cosmetic - it makes troubleshooting easier when something stops working because you can actually see which cable goes where.
The Difference Good Cable Management Makes
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Living With It |
|---|---|
| Cables routed neatly out of sight | Spaghetti junction on display |
| Nothing to trip over | Trip hazard across the floor |
| Easy to add/remove devices | Have to untangle everything |
| Looks clean and intentional | Screams "I gave up" |
What You Get
🔧 Common Cable Management Jobs
| Location | What I Do |
|---|---|
| Behind wall-mounted TV | Hide cables in wall or use matching trunking |
| Under desk | Cable tray fitted, wires bundled and clipped |
| Entertainment unit | Route cables neatly, label if needed |
| Home office | Full cable management - desk, monitors, peripherals |
📦 The Result
- Clean, professional appearance
- No cables on show (or minimal and neat)
- Safe - no trip hazards
- Easy to access if you need to change something
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single TV or desk | 1 hr | £60 |
| Multiple devices/monitors | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For
✅ Wall-mounted TVs - hide those dangling cables properly
✅ Home office setups - multiple monitors, PC, peripherals all tidy
✅ Entertainment units - game consoles, soundbar, streaming boxes all connected but not messy
✅ Before decorating - get cables sorted now, paint over trunking to match
Why Choose Us for Cable management in Exeter?
Cables hidden or neatly routed
Trip hazards removed
Professional-looking finish
Safer and tidier home
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
I look at what you've got - how many cables, where they need to go, what the best approach is (hidden, trunked, or just tidied).
Step 2: Route & Secure
Cables get routed properly using the right fixings - clips, ties, trunking, whatever suits. If hiding in walls, I'll check it's safe to do so first.
Step 3: Test & Tidy
Everything gets plugged back in and tested. Any excess cable gets coiled neatly. Site cleaned up.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy having a go yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Cable ties (reusable ones are better)
- Adhesive cable clips
- Cable trunking (if routing along walls)
- Velcro cable wraps
- Label maker (optional but helpful)
📐 Planning the route
- Unplug everything and lay out where cables need to go
- Measure the routes so you know what length trunking you need
- Bundle cables that go the same direction together
- Keep power cables separate from data cables where possible (reduces interference)
✂️ Execution
- Start at the device end and work back to the power source
- Use clips every 30cm or so to keep cables secure
- Coil any excess cable neatly - don't stretch cables tight
- Label both ends of cables if you've got multiple devices
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Bundling cables too tight - they need a bit of give
- Using too many cable ties - adhesive clips often look better
- Not leaving access to plugs - you'll need to unplug things eventually
- Forgetting which cable is which - label as you go
💡 Pro trick: Use a cable management box (like a wire storage box) for power strips and excess cable. Hides the lot and looks intentional.
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 cable management first, then paint the trunking to match your walls. Blends right in.
Getting new tech? Wait until it's all delivered, then I'll do the cable management once. More efficient than doing it twice.
Old house with solid walls? Hiding cables in the wall isn't really an option here - but trunking painted to match your walls looks clean and tidy. That's what I do for most Victorian and Edwardian properties in Exeter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does cable management actually involve?
I tidy up messy cables - usually behind TVs, under desks, or around entertainment units. This might mean using cable ties, trunking, clips, or hiding them completely behind walls if appropriate. The goal is a clean look with no spaghetti junction of wires.
Can you hide cables completely?
Often yes - depends on the situation. Behind a wall-mounted TV I can often chase cables down inside the wall (if it's stud wall). Otherwise I use trunking or covers that blend with your wall. I'll advise on the best approach when I see your setup.
Do I need to buy the cable management stuff myself?
No need - I keep cable ties, clips, trunking, and other bits in the van. If you've already bought something specific (like those fancy fabric sleeves), I'm happy to work with it.
How long does it take?
Simple jobs like tidying under a desk or behind a single TV - about an hour. Bigger setups with multiple devices and wall mounting involved - 2 hours or so. I'll give you a better estimate once I see what you've got.
Will you need to drill into walls?
Sometimes, if we're using trunking or hiding cables in the wall. But I'll discuss this with you first. Many cable management jobs just use adhesive clips and ties with no drilling at all.
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