Bathroom cabinet fitting in Exeter
Professional bathroom cabinet fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
0.5-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Bathroom cabinets fitted securely to any wall type, including tiles. Mounted level, adjusted properly, ready to use.
Bathroom Storage Done Right
Running out of space for toiletries? A wall-mounted bathroom cabinet is the fastest way to add storage without eating floor space. But they need fitting properly - wonky cabinets look awful and doors that don't close are infuriating.
💡 Pro tip: Fitting to tiles needs special care - wrong drill bit or too much pressure and you'll crack a tile. Use a proper tile bit, start slow, and tape over the tile first to stop the bit wandering.
Why Professional Fitting Matters
Bathroom cabinets look simple until you're drilling into tiles above a basin:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Level installation - doors close properly | Wonky - one door always catches |
| Drilled carefully into tiles without cracking | Cracked tiles, cracked words |
| Proper fixings for damp environment | Rust stains appearing after 6 months |
| Works around pipes and cables | Drilled straight through a pipe (expensive!) |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Check position, wall type, clearances around taps/mirrors |
| Fix | Mark level, drill carefully (tiles need special care), secure firmly |
| Adjust | Set hinges so doors hang straight and close properly |
📦 You're Left With
- Cabinet mounted securely
- Perfectly level
- Doors adjusted and closing smoothly
- Bathroom looking tidier already
Pricing Guide
| Cabinet Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small single-door cabinet | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Standard double-door cabinet | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Large mirror cabinet | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Tiled walls or awkward positions may add time.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Tiled walls - needs careful drilling to avoid cracks
✅ Small bathroom - wall storage saves precious floor space
✅ New cabinet - get it fitted right first time
✅ Wonky existing cabinet - I can reposition and refit
Why Choose Us for Bathroom cabinet fitting in Exeter?
Fitted perfectly level
Secure on any wall type - even tiles
Works around pipes and electrics
Door adjustments included
What to Expect
Step 1: Position & Check
Work out exactly where you want it, check for pipes and cables, make sure it's clear of taps and light switches.
Step 2: Mark & Fix
Mark a level line, drill carefully (especially through tiles), and mount the cabinet with proper fixings for your wall type.
Step 3: Adjust & Test
Adjust door hinges so everything closes smoothly, check it's solid, clean up any mess from drilling.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own bathroom cabinet? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spirit level (essential!)
- Drill with masonry bit (and tile bit if you have tiles)
- Screwdriver
- Pencil for marking
- Wall detector (check for pipes and cables)
- Masking tape (for drilling tiles)
📐 Fitting the cabinet
- Hold cabinet against wall and mark top edge
- Use spirit level to draw a horizontal line
- Mark screw positions through cabinet back panel
- IMPORTANT: Use detector to check for pipes/cables
- If tiles: put masking tape over drill spots, use tile bit, start SLOW
- Drill holes and insert wall plugs
- Hang cabinet and screw firmly in place
- Adjust hinges until doors close properly
🔨 Drilling through tiles without cracking
- Put masking tape in an X over the spot you're drilling
- Use a proper tile drill bit (different from masonry bit)
- Start at slow speed - let the bit do the work
- Once through tile, switch to masonry bit for the wall behind
- Keep drill straight - angled drilling can crack tiles
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking for pipes before drilling (disaster!)
- Using masonry bit on tiles (cracks them)
- Drilling too fast through tiles
- Not using a spirit level (wonky cabinet is obvious)
- Fixings too short for the wall thickness
💡 Pro trick: If you're drilling near a pipe (you can hear it when you tap the wall), hand-drill the last bit so you can feel if you hit something. Better slow than sorry.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple cabinets? Doing several bathrooms or adding cabinets in multiple rooms? Book them together and save time and money.
Tiles in weird places? Old Exeter houses often have tiles that don't line up with where you want the cabinet. Sometimes it's worth re-positioning slightly to avoid drilling through a tile edge (more likely to crack).
Not sure about pipes? Most bathroom walls have plumbing - hot and cold feeds for taps, possibly waste pipes too. I have a detector and know what to listen for. Worth the peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fit cabinets to tiled walls?
Yes - tiles need special drill bits and careful technique to avoid cracking. I do it all the time. If there's a pipe or cable behind where you want the cabinet, I'll work around it or suggest a better position.
Will the cabinet be strong enough for bottles and toiletries?
Absolutely - I use proper wall fixings rated for the weight. Bathroom cabinets aren't usually that heavy once mounted, but I make sure they're solid enough for realistic use (which means overfilled with stuff!).
Do I need to provide the cabinet?
Yes - buy the cabinet you want, then I'll fit it properly. If you're not sure which one will work in your space, send me photos and measurements and I can advise before you buy.
Can you fit a mirror cabinet?
Yes - mirror cabinets are popular and I fit them regularly. Same process, just need to be extra careful with the weight and making sure it's perfectly level or the doors won't close properly.
What about adjusting the doors if they're wonky?
I'll adjust the hinges as part of the service so doors hang straight and close properly. Most cabinets have adjustable hinges - just needs a screwdriver and patience.
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