Blackout blind installation in Exeter
Professional blackout blind installation 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
Blackout blinds installed properly for maximum light blocking. Bedrooms, nurseries, home cinemas - fitted to work smoothly and block as much light as possible.
Proper Darkness When You Need It
Shift worker? Light sleeper? Trying to get a toddler to nap? Good blackout blinds are life-changing. But they only work if they're fitted properly - too many gaps and you've just got an expensive normal blind.
💡 Pro tip: For maximum darkness, fit blackout blinds inside the window recess, not outside. You get less light leak around the edges, though the blind needs to be measured accurately to fit the space.
Why Professional Fitting Matters
The difference between "pretty dark" and "actually dark" is all in the fitting:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Fitted tight to recess - minimal light leak | Gaps all around letting light flood in |
| Brackets level - blind rolls straight | Wonky - catches on one side |
| Smooth rolling action | Sticks and jams every time |
| Chain hangs freely and safely | Tangled, too long, kid hazard |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Measure | Check recess or wall position, confirm blind will fit |
| Fit | Mount brackets level, install blind, adjust chain |
| Test | Roll up and down several times - must work smoothly |
📦 You're Left With
- Blind mounted securely
- Rolling smoothly without catching
- Maximum darkness achievable
- Chain at safe length (especially important for kids' rooms)
Pricing Guide
| Number of Blinds | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single blind | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| 2-3 blinds (bedroom set) | 1 hr | £60 |
| 4-5 blinds (whole house) | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Each additional blind takes less time when done together.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Shift worker - need to sleep during the day
✅ Light sleeper - street lights keeping you awake
✅ Young children - daytime naps or early morning lie-ins
✅ Home cinema - proper darkness for films
Why Choose Us for Blackout blind installation in Exeter?
Fitted for maximum light blocking
No light leaks around edges
Smooth operation - no catching or sticking
Perfect for bedrooms and nurseries
What to Expect
Step 1: Check Fit
Confirm your blind is the right size for the space and check mounting options - recess vs wall, where brackets should go.
Step 2: Mount Brackets
Mark position with spirit level, drill holes (I bring the right fixings for your wall type), and fix brackets securely.
Step 3: Install & Test
Clip blind into brackets, adjust chain length for safety, test the rolling action works smoothly. Done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own blackout blind? Here's how to do it right:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spirit level
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Step ladder
📐 Measuring for blackout blinds
- Recess fit: Measure width at top, middle, and bottom (windows aren't always square). Use the narrowest measurement and deduct 5mm for clearance.
- Face fit: Measure exact window size and add 10cm each side for maximum light blocking.
🔨 Installing the blind
- Hold brackets against recess or wall and mark screw positions
- Use spirit level to ensure brackets are level with each other
- Drill pilot holes (check for cables first!)
- Screw brackets firmly in place
- Clip or slide blind into brackets (method depends on blind type)
- Test rolling action - should be smooth, not catching
- Adjust chain length (should be out of reach of children)
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking brackets are level - blind catches on one side
- Recess-fit blind measured too wide - won't fit in the space
- Drilling without checking wall type - wrong fixings used
- Chain left too long (strangulation risk for kids)
- Mounting on plasterboard without anchors (falls off)
💡 Pro trick: Before drilling, hold the blind up in position with brackets attached. Get someone to stand back and check it looks level and in the right place. Much easier to adjust now than after you've drilled holes.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple rooms? Doing several bedrooms with blackout blinds? Book them all together - I'm already set up with tools and fixings, so it's more efficient than separate visits.
Child safety is critical. Any cords or chains need to be out of reach or fitted with safety devices. I take this seriously - strangulation risk is real. I'll make sure everything is safe before I leave.
Perfect fit for nurseries. Blackout blinds make daytime naps so much easier. I fit loads in nurseries and kids' bedrooms across Exeter. Just make sure the blind is cordless or has breakaway safety features.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you stop light coming around the edges?
That's the trick with blackout blinds - you need them fitted as close to the window as possible, ideally in the recess if there is one. I measure carefully and position brackets to minimise gaps. Some light leak is inevitable with any blind, but proper fitting makes a huge difference.
Can you fit blackout blinds in a nursery?
Yes - blackout blinds are brilliant for nurseries (daytime naps are much easier in a dark room!). I make sure cords are safely out of reach and use breakaway safety features where available. Safety first with kids' rooms.
Do I need to buy the blind first?
Yes - measure your window width and drop first, then buy a blind to fit. If you're not sure whether to fit inside the recess or outside, send me photos and I can advise. Inside recess blocks more light but needs accurate measuring.
Will it work with my tilted windows?
Standard roller blinds don't work well on angled windows (they sag). You might need a different style like a roof blind or pleated blind. Send me a photo and I'll tell you what will actually work.
How dark will the room actually be?
Proper blackout fabric blocks nearly all light coming through the blind itself. You'll still get some light around the edges unless you have perfect recesses. Think 'cinema dark' rather than 'cave dark' - good enough for sleeping and watching films.
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