Cellar shelving in Exeter
Professional cellar shelving services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Sturdy shelving fitted in your cellar to make the most of the space. Built level, fixed securely, suitable for damp environments.
Stop Wasting Cellar Space
Got a cellar full of stuff on the floor? Can't find anything? Boxes getting damp and collapsing? You need proper shelving.
Cellar shelving sorts this. Everything off the floor, organized, accessible. Suddenly that underground dungeon becomes useful storage space.
💡 Pro tip: Getting items off the floor isn't just about organization - it protects them from damp and makes your cellar easier to clean.
Why Proper Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Bodge |
|---|---|
| Level shelves despite wonky floor | Leans to one side, stuff slides off |
| Securely fixed to wall | Tips forward when loaded |
| Damp-resistant materials | Rots within a year |
| Accessible and organized | Still can't find anything |
What You Get
🔧 Typical Cellar Setup
| Space | What I Fit |
|---|---|
| Small cellar | 1-2 metal shelving units, 4-5 shelves high |
| Medium cellar | 2-3 units along walls, maximize space |
| Large cellar | Multiple units, organized zones for different storage |
📦 The Result
- Everything off the floor
- Easy to find what you need
- Won't rot or rust
- Maximized storage capacity
Pricing Guide
| Job Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single shelving unit | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Two units | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| Three+ units | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Plus cost of shelving units if you need me to supply them.
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For
✅ Old Exeter cellars - deal with damp and uneven floors properly
✅ Wine storage - keep bottles organized and accessible
✅ Tool storage - get everything off the floor and findable
✅ Landlords - proper storage adds value and functionality
Why Choose Us for Cellar shelving in Exeter?
Heavy-duty shelving for cellars
Damp-resistant materials
Maximizes storage space
Built level despite wonky floors
What to Expect
Step 1: Measure & Plan
I measure your cellar space and work out the best layout for shelving - usually along walls to keep the middle clear.
Step 2: Assemble & Level
Shelving units get assembled, leveled properly (even if your floor isn't), and positioned where they'll work best.
Step 3: Fix Securely
Units get fixed to the wall with proper fixings - heavy-duty plugs and screws. Once loaded up, they're not going anywhere.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own cellar shelving? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Metal shelving units (get industrial ones, not flimsy shed shelving)
- Drill with masonry bit
- Wall plugs and screws
- Spirit level
- Tape measure
- Protective gloves (metal shelving has sharp edges)
📐 Planning
- Measure your cellar walls
- Draw a basic plan of where units will go
- Allow space to walk and actually access stuff
- Consider what you're storing - heavy stuff on bottom shelves
- Check for pipes or cables before drilling
✂️ Assembly & Fitting
- Assemble units loosely first, then tighten everything
- Use spirit level - don't trust your floor to be level
- Fix to walls at top for stability (cellars often have moisture, freestanding can go wobbly)
- Leave a small gap between shelving and walls for air circulation
- Put heaviest items lowest - center of gravity matters
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Using wood shelving in damp cellars - it'll rot
- Not fixing to walls - loaded shelving tips forward
- Assuming floor is level - it never is in old cellars
- Putting light stuff on bottom, heavy on top - topples over
- Blocking access to utilities - you'll need to get to them eventually
💡 Pro trick: Put some plastic sheeting or old carpet under the shelving feet if your cellar floor is really damp. Doesn't stop the moisture but stops the metal feet sitting in puddles.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Planning to damp-proof your cellar? Do that first, then fit shelving. Otherwise you'll just have to move everything again.
Wine storage? Cellars are great for wine - cool and dark. Just make sure bottles are horizontal if they're corked (keeps the cork wet).
Many older Exeter properties have cellars with flagstone floors and brick walls. These are rarely level or square, but that's fine - I deal with wonky Victorian cellars all the time. Shelving still goes in perfectly level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of shelving works in a cellar?
You want metal racking or treated timber - nothing that'll rot if it gets a bit damp. I usually fit industrial-style metal shelving units because they're bombproof, don't rust, and handle heavy loads. Perfect for cellars.
Will shelving work if my cellar is damp?
Yes, as long as we use the right materials. Metal shelving is ideal - doesn't care about moisture. If you want timber shelves, I'll use treated timber and raise them off the floor so air circulates underneath. Won't stop the damp but won't rot either.
How much weight can cellar shelving hold?
Depends what we fit, but proper metal racking can handle 200-300kg per shelf easily. That's a lot of paint tins, tools, wine, whatever you're storing down there. I make sure it's fixed securely to the wall so it won't tip.
Do I need to buy the shelving myself?
Either way. If you've got it already, I'll fit it. If not, tell me your space and what you're storing, and I'll advise on what to get. Usually around £60-100 for a decent metal shelving unit.
Can you fit shelving if the cellar floor is uneven?
Absolutely - most cellar floors in Exeter are wonky as hell. I use a spirit level to get the shelving straight and pack underneath if needed. Shelves end up level even if your floor isn't.
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