Baby gate fitting in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional baby gate fitting help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable mounting services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
Baby gates and stair gates fitted securely to keep little ones safe. Pressure gates installed correctly, screw-fixed gates mounted bombproof.
### Keep Them Safe
New crawler or toddler on the move? **Stairs go from "no problem" to "heart attack" practically overnight.** A properly fitted baby gate is peace of mind you can actually trust.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Pressure gates are fine for doorways but never safe for stairs. Top and bottom of stairs need screw-fixed gates that physically cannot be pushed out, no matter how determined the toddler.
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### Why Professional Fitting Matters
Baby gates only work if they're **genuinely secure**. Here's the difference:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Screw-fixed gates on stairs | Pressure gates at top of stairs (UNSAFE) | | Mounted to solid fixing points | Attached to wobbly bannister | | Opens away from stairs | Opens over stairs (trip hazard) | | Tested under real pressure | "Looks alright" |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Assess** | Check mounting points, measure gap, plan fixing | | **Fit** | Drill and fix securely (or adjust pressure gate properly) | | **Test** | Apply proper pressure - it needs to be bombproof |
**📦 You're Left With** - Gate that won't budge under kid pressure - Opens smoothly every time - Latches securely and automatically - Instructions on proper use
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### Pricing Guide
| Gate Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Single pressure gate | 30 mins | **£60** | | Single screw-fixed gate | 45 mins | **£60** | | Multiple gates (stairs + doorways) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Awkward angles or custom mounting may add time.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **New crawler** - suddenly nowhere is safe
✅ **Moving house** - need gates fitted in new property
✅ **Awkward spaces** - angled walls, wide gaps, unusual staircases
✅ **Peace of mind** - want it done properly, tested properly
Why Choose Us for Baby gate fitting in Ottery St Mary?
Fitted rock-solid - won't budge under pressure
No damage to walls or woodwork
Works with awkward spaces and angles
Safe for little climbers
What to Expect
### Step 1: Check & Plan I'll look at your space, check what you're mounting to (wall, newel post, door frame), and make sure the gate you've got will work safely. ### Step 2: Mount Securely Screw-fixed gates get drilled and fixed to solid points. Pressure gates get adjusted and tested to make sure they're tight and won't slip. ### Step 3: Test Properly I give it a proper shove (the toddler test!) and make sure the latch works smoothly. Show you how to open/close it, then it's ready.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Multiple gates?** If you need stairs plus doorways covered, doing them all in one visit saves you money and means the whole house is sorted in one go. **Rental property?** Screw-fixed gates do make holes, but they're tiny and fill easily when you move out. Your landlord would much prefer small holes to an accident on the stairs. **Got an awkward staircase?** Old Exeter houses often have unusual layouts - curved stairs, wide gaps, angled walls. There's usually a solution, sometimes needs custom brackets or creative mounting. Send me photos if you're not sure.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baby gate fitting in Ottery St Mary
Which type of baby gate do I need?
Pressure-fit gates are fine for doorways but NOT safe for stairs - they can be pushed out. For stairs you need screw-fixed gates that mount securely to the wall or newel post. I'll advise on what's safe for your situation.
Can you fit gates on awkward staircases?
Yes - I fit gates on all sorts of tricky stairs. Spindles, newel posts, walls at funny angles, narrow gaps - there's usually a way to make it work safely. Sometimes it needs custom brackets or creative mounting.
Will fitting damage my walls or woodwork?
Screw-fixed gates do need holes drilled (that's what makes them safe), but I'm careful to minimise damage. When you eventually remove the gate, the holes fill easily. Much better than a trip to A&E.
Do I need to buy the gate first?
Measure your gap width first - gates come in different sizes. Buy the gate, then I'll fit it properly. If you're not sure which one to get, send me photos of the space and I can advise.
How long before I can use the gate?
Immediately - I test it thoroughly before leaving. Make sure everyone knows how to open and close it properly (practice a few times!), and check it's latching properly each time.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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