First aid cabinet fitting in Exeter
Professional first aid cabinet fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
First aid cabinet mounted securely to your wall at the right height. Level, solid, and accessible when needed. Simple job done properly.
Legal Requirement For Most Workplaces
If you employ people, you're legally required to have first aid provision - and that usually means a proper cabinet, not a carrier bag shoved in a drawer.
💡 HSE guidance: First aid equipment must be easily accessible and clearly signposted. A cabinet on the wall ticks both boxes.
Why Proper Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged |
|---|---|
| Fixed to wall structure | Just screwed into plaster |
| Level and neat | Wonky and obvious |
| Right fixings for wall type | Falls off the wall |
| Correct accessible height | Too high or too low |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Mark correct height and level |
| Fix | Drill and fit appropriate wall fixings |
| Mount | Secure cabinet and check it's solid |
📦 You're Left With
- Cabinet firmly fixed to wall
- Mounted level at accessible height
- Right fixings for your wall type
- Workplace safety compliance maintained
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single cabinet | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Multiple cabinets | Per cabinet + time | £60-£110 |
| Difficult wall (concrete etc) | 20-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Cabinet not included.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ Workplace compliance - legal requirement for employers
✅ Schools and nurseries - easy access to first aid
✅ Sports facilities - injuries happen, be prepared
✅ Home workshops - sensible safety measure
Why Choose Us for First aid cabinet fitting in Exeter?
Mounted at correct accessible height
Securely fixed to wall structure
Complies with workplace regulations
Easy access in emergencies
What to Expect
Step 1: Position Cabinet
Mark where cabinet will sit - right height for access, near the area it's needed, visible location.
Step 2: Fix to Wall
Drill holes, fit correct wall plugs or fixings for your wall type, ensure everything's solid.
Step 3: Mount and Check
Hang cabinet on fixings, check it's level and secure, test it won't pull away under weight.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- First aid cabinet
- Spirit level
- Drill and appropriate drill bit
- Wall plugs (right type for your wall)
- Screwdriver
- Pencil for marking
🎯 Installation method
- Hold cabinet at desired height (roughly eye level)
- Mark top mounting holes with spirit level
- Drill holes and insert wall plugs
- Screw top bracket/fixings in place
- Hang cabinet and mark bottom holes
- Fix bottom screws to secure
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking wall type (plasterboard vs solid)
- Using wrong fixings (cabinet falls off)
- Not using a level (wonky cabinet stands out)
- Drilling into pipes or cables (use detector)
- Mounting too high (defeats accessibility purpose)
💡 Pro trick: For plasterboard walls, find the timber studs if possible - screw straight into those and you don't need cavity fixings. Use a stud detector or tap the wall and listen for the solid sound.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 HSE requirements: Workplaces need "adequate and appropriate" first aid equipment. What counts as adequate depends on your workplace size and risk level. Small low-risk office might only need one cabinet.
Green cross sign: Most first aid cabinets need a sign above them (white cross on green background). Makes them easy to spot in emergencies.
Annual checks: Someone in your workplace should check the cabinet monthly and restock as needed. Out of date plasters and used supplies don't help anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What height should a first aid cabinet be mounted?
Usually about 1.5m from the floor - eye level for most people. Needs to be easily accessible but not where kids can get at it in some settings. I'll position it sensibly for your space.
Do you fix it to any wall type?
Plasterboard, brick, block, timber stud - all fine. I'll use the right fixings for whatever your wall is. Heavy cabinets on plasterboard need proper cavity fixings or finding the studs.
How long does fitting take?
About 15-20 minutes for a standard cabinet. Mark position, drill holes, fit wall plugs, screw cabinet to wall, check it's level and secure. Quick job.
Can you fit multiple cabinets?
Yes - offices and warehouses often need several. I'll do them all in one visit. First hour is £60, then £50/hr after, so multiple cabinets work out cheaper per unit.
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