Key cabinet fitting in Exeter
Professional key cabinet fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Key cabinet mounted securely to your wall. All your keys in one organized place - no more hunting through drawers.
Stop Losing Your Keys
We've all done it. Spent 10 minutes searching for car keys before leaving. Checked coat pockets, kitchen counters, that bowl by the door where keys sometimes live...
A wall-mounted key cabinet fixes this permanently - everything has a proper home.
💡 Pro tip: Mount your key cabinet by the door you use most often - saves backtracking through the house when you're rushing out.
Why Mount It Properly?
Here's what you want vs what you don't:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Drilled into solid wall or stud | Stuck on with command strips, falls off |
| Perfectly level, door closes properly | Wonky, door swings open randomly |
| Right height - easy to see and reach | Too high, can't see what's inside |
| Secure enough for heavy key load | Pulls away from wall when full |
What You Get
🔧 Quick Install
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Work out best height and location |
| Mount | Drill and fix securely to wall |
| Level | Make sure door hangs straight |
📦 You're Left With
- Organized key storage
- Everything findable in 2 seconds
- Tidy hallway
Pricing
| Install Type | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard key cabinet | 20-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum. Key cabinet itself is extra if you need me to supply one.
Perfect For When...
✅ Always hunting for keys - end the daily search
✅ Multiple properties - landlords with spare sets
✅ Family household - everyone knows where keys live
✅ Tidy hallway - looks better than scattered hooks
Why Choose Us for Key cabinet fitting in Exeter?
All keys in one organized place
Mounted securely to wall
No more hunting for keys
Quick 20-minute install
What to Expect
Step 1: Choose Position
We'll agree where it goes - usually hallway wall near your main door, at a height that's easy to see and reach.
Step 2: Mount Securely
Drill into wall (finding studs if needed), mount cabinet level and secure.
Step 3: Test
Make sure door opens and closes properly, cabinet's solid, and you're happy with positioning.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit a key cabinet yourself?
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill
- Spirit level
- Pencil
- Wall plugs and screws (usually supplied with cabinet)
- Stud finder (helpful but not essential)
📐 Getting it positioned right
- Hold cabinet against wall at comfortable height
- Mark top edge position with pencil
- Use spirit level to ensure it's straight
- Mark fixing holes through back of cabinet
- Drill pilot holes and insert wall plugs
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking it's level - door won't close properly
- Drilling too close to skirting board - door hits it
- Weak fixings on heavy cabinet - pulls out of wall
- Mounting too high - can't see keys inside
💡 Pro trick: Before drilling, open the cabinet door fully to make sure it won't hit light switches, door frames, or anything else. Saves repositioning later.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Getting hallway redecorated? Perfect time to add a key cabinet while work's happening.
Lockable cabinets? Good idea if you've got spare sets for rental properties or sensitive keys. Adds security without bulk of a key safe.
Labeling keys? I can provide simple tags and help you organize sets while fitting the cabinet - makes it actually useful from day one rather than another dumping ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why have a key cabinet instead of just hooks?
Key cabinets keep everything tidier and more secure - keys are behind a door (sometimes lockable) rather than on display. Useful if you've got loads of keys (rental properties, work keys, spare sets) that need organizing. Plus they look neater than a row of hooks.
Where's the best place to mount a key cabinet?
Somewhere by your main exit - hallway near the front door is most common. Height-wise, eye level or just below works well so you can see inside easily. Needs to be accessible but not somewhere you'll bang into it constantly.
Can you mount it on my plasterboard wall?
Yes, but I'll use proper plasterboard fixings if there's no stud behind. For heavier cabinets or if you're loading it with lots of keys, better to find a stud or mount to solid wall. I'll assess what's best for your specific cabinet.
Do I need to buy the cabinet first?
Either way works. If you've got one already, I'll fit it. If not, I can advise on good sizes - small ones hold 10-20 keys, larger ones up to 50+. Depends how many sets you need to store.
How long does it take to fit?
Usually 20-30 minutes. Mark position, check it's level, drill and mount. Quick job. If you want me to organize and label all your keys while I'm there, that adds time but makes life much easier!
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