Tool chest assembly in Exeter
Professional tool chest assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£160
Typical Duration
1.5-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Tool chest assembly - heavy-duty workshop storage cabinets built properly with all drawers running smoothly.
Don't Waste Your Weekend
Tool chest assembly looks simple in the pictures. Reality: heavy components, poor instructions, drawer runners that need perfect alignment. Let someone who's done it before handle it.
What You Get
- All components assembled correctly
- Drawers running smoothly
- Castors/wheels fitted and working
- Top chest (if applicable) aligned and secured
- Packaging broken down
Pricing
| Tool Chest Size | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small tool chest (5-6 drawers) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large chest (10+ drawers) | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| Chest + top cabinet combination | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr.
Why Choose Us for Tool chest assembly in Exeter?
Heavy-duty cabinets assembled properly
Drawers aligned and running smoothly
Wheels/castors fitted correctly
Saves you hours of frustration
What to Expect
I'll unpack, assemble in your workshop/garage, align all drawers properly, fit castors, check everything works smoothly.
🔧 DIY Tips
🔧 You'll need: Various spanners, screwdrivers, patience, helper (components are heavy)
💡 Getting it right:
- Assemble where it's going to live - they're too heavy to move after
- Check you've got all parts before starting
- Drawer runners need precise spacing - measure carefully
- Don't fully tighten until everything's aligned
- Load drawers from bottom up to prevent tipping
⚠️ Common mistakes: Rushing drawer runner installation (drawers stick or won't close), assembling in wrong location (can't move it), losing small parts, stripping threads by overtightening
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Quality varies hugely: Cheap tool chests are frustrating to assemble and don't last. Mid-range stuff (Sealey, Clarke, etc) assembles better and lasts years. You get what you pay for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are tool chests difficult to assemble?
They're heavy, awkward, and the instructions are often terrible. Drawer runners need precise alignment or drawers stick. It's doable DIY but frustrating and time-consuming. Most people would rather pay someone who's done it before.
How long does assembly take?
Small tool chest: 1.5-2 hours. Large multi-drawer cabinet with top chest: 2.5-3 hours. The fiddly bit is getting all the drawer runners aligned - that's where DIY attempts usually go wrong.
Do I need to provide tools?
No - I bring everything needed. Though it is ironic assembling a tool chest using my tools so you can store yours!
Will you take the packaging away?
I'll break it down flat for your bin, but I don't take it with me. Tool chests come in massive boxes - make sure you've got somewhere for the cardboard.
Can you move it into position after assembly?
Yes - that's why we assemble it where you want it. Full tool chests are extremely heavy once assembled and loaded. Measure doorways if you need it going through them.
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