Pot rack hanging in Exeter
Professional pot rack hanging services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
45-90 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Ceiling pot racks hung securely from joists in your kitchen. Proper fixings that hold serious weight - frees up cupboard space and puts pans within easy reach.
Get Pans Out of Cupboards
Cupboards stuffed with pans? Can't find what you need? Ceiling pot racks free up storage and put everything visible and accessible. Plus they look good - proper kitchen feature.
💡 Pro tip: The weight limit isn't the rack itself - it's whether you've fixed it to something solid. Screwed to joists = fine. Screwed to just plasterboard = disaster waiting to happen.
Why Proper Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged |
|---|---|
| Fixed to ceiling joists | Screwed into just plasterboard |
| Holds 30-40kg safely | Falls down under weight |
| Level and straight | Wonky, looks rubbish |
| Heavy-duty screws in timber | Plasterboard plugs (useless) |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Locate | Find ceiling joists with detector |
| Fix | Screw rack securely to solid timber |
| Level | Make sure it's straight and level |
📦 You're Left With
- Pot rack holding serious weight
- Cupboard space freed up
- Pans accessible and visible
- Proper kitchen feature
Pricing Guide
| Ceiling Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard plasterboard/joist ceiling | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Solid plaster or awkward joists | 60-90 mins | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr. Pot rack itself not included.
Why Choose Us for Pot rack hanging in Exeter?
Fixed to ceiling joists - properly secure
Holds heavy pans safely
Frees up cupboard space
Fitted level and straight
What to Expect
Step 1: Find the Joists
Use stud finder to locate ceiling joists - that's what we're fixing to. Work out best position for rack based on where joists are.
Step 2: Fix the Rack
Drill pilot holes, screw rack brackets securely into joists with proper screws. Check it's taking weight properly.
Step 3: Level and Load
Make sure rack's level, test with some weight, adjust if needed. Then you're good to hang your pans.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to have a go yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Stud finder (essential)
- Drill and drill bits
- Screwdriver or impact driver
- Spirit level
- Measuring tape
- Long screws (into joists, not plasterboard)
🎯 Finding joists Most ceilings have joists every 40-60cm. Use stud finder to locate them, mark with pencil. The rack needs to fix to at least two joists for security.
🔨 Installation steps
- Locate joists with stud finder
- Mark rack position (check it's level)
- Drill pilot holes through plasterboard into joists
- Screw brackets firmly to joists
- Attach rack to brackets
- Test with weight before loading all pans
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Fixing to plasterboard only (won't hold)
- Using too-short screws (don't reach joist)
- Not checking it's level first
- Overloading before checking fixings are solid
- Missing joists and hitting just insulation
💡 Pro trick: If joists aren't quite where you need them, you can fix a batten across multiple joists first, then fix the rack to the batten. Gives you more positioning flexibility.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Kitchen layout: Position rack where you'll actually use it - usually over an island or work surface, not in the middle of the room where you'll bang your head on pans.
Weight limits: Quality pot racks rated for 30-40kg are fine for most kitchens. If you're hanging Le Creuset cast iron everywhere, double-check your fixings are extra solid.
Ceiling height: You need decent ceiling height for pot racks - at least 2.4m, ideally higher. Otherwise tall people will be constantly ducking around pans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it hold the weight of all my pots and pans?
Yes - if it's fixed properly to ceiling joists, not just plasterboard. A typical pot rack can hold 30-40kg of pans easily when secured correctly. That's a LOT of cookware.
How do you find the ceiling joists?
Electronic stud finder usually works, or tap and listen for solid sound. Once I've located joists, the rack gets fixed with proper screws into solid timber - not just plasterboard which won't hold weight.
What if my ceiling doesn't have joists in the right place?
I can fit additional support battens between joists if needed, or use the joists that are there and adjust rack position slightly. There's usually a solution that works.
How long does installation take?
Usually 45-90 minutes. Locate joists, mark up position, drill pilot holes, fix rack securely, check it's level. Solid plaster ceilings or awkward joist spacing can add time.
Do I need to provide the rack?
Yes - you buy the pot rack you want. I'll install whatever you've chosen. Make sure it comes with appropriate ceiling fixings, though I've usually got suitable screws anyway.
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