Intercom installation in Exeter
Professional intercom installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£160-£260
Typical Duration
3-5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Intercom system installed so you can see and speak to whoever's at the door before you answer. Audio or video, wired through properly and tested.
Know Who's There Before You Open Up
Doorbell rings. You're upstairs, in the garden, or just don't fancy trekking to the front door for another delivery you're not expecting.
An intercom lets you speak to visitors from anywhere in the house - and with a video system, you can see them too.
💡 Pro tip: Video intercoms are brilliant for older people living alone - they can see exactly who's there before deciding whether to answer.
Why Install Properly Matters
Here's what separates a proper job from a mess:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Cables run through walls/conduits neatly | Wires draped down outside like bunting |
| Clear video picture, good audio quality | Crackly sound, blurry picture |
| Weatherproof outdoor unit mounting | Water getting in, corrosion after 6 months |
| Works reliably every time | Temperamental, stops working randomly |
What You Get
🔧 Full Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Work out best cable route and handset location |
| Mount | Outdoor unit fitted securely and weatherproofed |
| Wire | Cables run through walls/loft/conduits neatly |
| Connect | Indoor handset(s) wired and tested |
| Demonstrate | Show you how to use it all |
📦 You're Left With
- Working intercom system
- Neat, professional installation
- Peace of mind at the front door
Pricing Guide
| Job Complexity | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple audio intercom | 3 hrs | £160 |
| Video intercom, short run | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
| Multi-handset or complex routing | 4-5 hrs | £210-£260 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Price is for installation only - intercom system itself is extra.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ Security conscious - see who's there before answering
✅ Large house - answer door from any room
✅ Vulnerable residents - elderly or living alone
✅ Multiple flats - buzzer entry system for shared entrance
Why Choose Us for Intercom installation in Exeter?
See who's at the door before answering
Speak to visitors from anywhere in the house
Video intercoms show clear picture
Wired properly through walls
What to Expect
Step 1: Survey & Plan
I'll check your front door setup, work out the best cable route to your chosen handset location(s), and explain what's involved.
Step 2: Mount Outside Unit
The door station gets mounted securely by your front door. Positioned at face height, weatherproofed properly, and protected from rain.
Step 3: Run Cables
Feed wires from outside to inside, usually through wall cavity, up through loft, or along skirting boards - whatever's neatest for your house.
Step 4: Connect & Test
Wire up the indoor handset(s), test everything works - picture quality, audio, door release (if fitted), and make sure you're happy.
🔧 DIY Tips
Intercom installation isn't a beginner DIY job, but if you're handy with electrics:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill with long masonry bit
- Cable rods or fish tape
- Wire strippers
- Screwdriver set
- Multimeter
- Spirit level
📐 Getting the positioning right
- Outdoor unit should be at face height (about 150cm from ground)
- Angled slightly down to avoid rain running into camera
- Indoor handset near where you spend most time
- Check cable routing before drilling anything
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Drilling the wrong type of hole (too big, lets water in)
- Not leaving drip loop on outdoor cables
- Poor connections causing interference
- Mounting outdoor unit where it catches full weather
💡 Pro trick: Run spare cables when you install - if one gets damaged or you want to add features later, you've got backup wires already in place.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Having building work done? Perfect time to install an intercom while walls are open or cables can be run through fresh plaster.
WiFi video doorbells vs wired intercoms? WiFi is easier to retrofit but relies on your internet. Wired intercoms are more reliable and don't need WiFi, but need cable running. I can fit either.
Electric door release? Adds about an hour to the job and needs an electric strike fitted to your door frame. Very handy though - unlock remotely without leaving your chair.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between an intercom and a video doorbell?
Intercoms are usually wired systems with a unit outside and handset(s) inside - you press a button on the handset to talk and unlock. Video doorbells connect to your phone via WiFi. Intercoms are more reliable (no WiFi issues) but video doorbells are easier to retrofit. I can advise which suits your setup.
Can you install it in my older Exeter house?
Yes - I install intercoms in Victorian and Edwardian houses all the time. The challenge is running cables from your front door to where you want the indoor unit. Sometimes we can feed wires down existing conduits, other times it's a neat run along skirting or through the loft. I'll find the tidiest route.
Do I need to buy the intercom system first?
Either way works. If you've already got one, I'll fit it. If not, tell me what you need (audio only or video, single room or multiple handsets) and I can advise on good reliable systems and pick it up.
Can it unlock the door remotely?
Most intercoms can control an electric door strike - you press a button on the handset and the door unlocks. This needs both the intercom wiring and a separate wire to an electric lock. Adds time and cost but very handy for letting people in when you're upstairs or in the garden.
How long does installation take?
Depends how far cables need to run. Simple setup with short wire run: 3 hours. More complex with multiple handsets or long cable routes: 4-5 hours. I'll give you a time estimate once I know your layout.
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