Coat hook fitting in Exeter
Professional coat hook fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Coat hooks fitted securely and level. Single hooks, double hooks, rows of hooks - mounted properly to hold real weight.
Sort Your Hallway
Coats piled on the floor? Bags on the bannister? Three properly fitted coat hooks will transform your hallway from chaos to organized. But only if they're actually secure enough to use.
💡 Pro tip: The hook itself is cheap. The value is in fitting it properly - right wall fixings for your wall type, level positioning, secure enough to hold wet winter coats without pulling out.
Why Proper Fitting Matters
Coat hooks seem simple, but there's a difference between "stuck to the wall" and "actually useful":
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Proper wall fixings - holds real weight | Screws in plasterboard - pulls out in a week |
| Level row - looks professional | Wonky - drives you mad every time you see it |
| Right height for adults | Too high or too low to be useful |
| Securely mounted - lasts years | Falls off when you hang a heavy coat |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Work out spacing, height, positioning |
| Fix | Mark level line, use proper wall fixings, mount securely |
| Test | Give each hook a proper tug - needs to be solid |
📦 You're Left With
- Hooks mounted securely
- Level and professional-looking
- Actually strong enough to use
- Hallway sorted!
Pricing Guide
| Number of Hooks | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 hooks | 30 mins | £60 |
| 4-6 hooks | 45 mins | £60 |
| 7-10 hooks (whole hallway) | 1 hr | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple hooks in one visit is very efficient.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ New hallway - organize from the start
✅ Tired of floor pile - actually use hooks instead
✅ Plasterboard walls - need proper fixings
✅ Want them level - rows of wonky hooks look terrible
Why Choose Us for Coat hook fitting in Exeter?
Mounted to hold real weight
Level rows - looks professional
Works on any wall type
Multiple hooks done efficiently
What to Expect
Step 1: Position & Measure
Work out where hooks go (usually about 1.5m high for adults, lower for kids), mark positions, check spacing looks even.
Step 2: Mount Hooks
Drill holes with proper fixings for your wall type (plasterboard needs anchors, solid walls need plugs), screw hooks firmly in place.
Step 3: Test
Give each hook a proper pull to make sure it's solid. If it moves, it's not done right.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own coat hooks? Here's how to do it properly:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spirit level
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Wall detector (check for cables)
- Proper wall fixings (NOT just screws)
📐 Planning hook positions
- Height: 1.5m for adults, 1.2m for kids, lower hooks for both if needed
- Spacing: 15-20cm apart for rows of single hooks
- Position: Near the door, not behind it when it opens!
🔨 Installing hooks
- Mark a level line at the right height (use spirit level)
- Mark hook positions along the line (measure spacing evenly)
- Check for cables/pipes with detector
- Drill pilot holes
- For plasterboard: use heavy-duty wall anchors (essential!)
- For solid walls: use wall plugs appropriate for screw size
- Screw hooks in firmly - should feel solid, not loose
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Just screwing into plasterboard (pulls out under weight)
- Not using a spirit level (wonky hooks are obvious)
- Uneven spacing (looks messy)
- Too close together (coats overlap and fall off)
- Not checking for cables before drilling
💡 Pro trick: For a row of hooks on a long wall, mark and drill all positions first, THEN fit all hooks. Easier than doing one at a time and ensures consistent spacing.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple rooms? Hooks in hallway, mudroom, bathroom (towels), bedroom (robes)? Do them all in one visit - much more efficient than separate trips.
Plasterboard walls are common in modern homes and extensions. Don't just screw hooks in - they'll pull out. Use proper plasterboard anchors (metal toggle bolts or heavy-duty plastic anchors). Makes all the difference.
Height matters for kids. If you've got young children, consider a lower row of hooks they can actually reach. Teaches them to hang their own coats up (in theory!).
Old Exeter houses often have lath and plaster walls behind the wallpaper. They need special fixings (spring toggles) because there's a cavity behind. I deal with them regularly - know exactly what to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many coat hooks can you fit in one visit?
As many as you need! A typical hallway might have 4-6 hooks, which takes about 30-45 minutes. Doing them all together is much more efficient than fitting one at a time.
Can coat hooks hold heavy winter coats?
If fitted properly, yes. I use proper wall fixings (not just screws in plasterboard) so hooks can handle heavy coats, bags, wet outdoor gear. The weight rating depends on the hook you buy, but fitting is what makes it actually work.
Do I need to buy the hooks first?
Yes - buy the style you want (single hooks, double hooks, rows of hooks), then I'll fit them level and secure. If you're not sure what will work for your space, send me photos and I can advise.
Can you fit a coat rack to a plasterboard wall?
Yes, but it needs proper wall anchors, not just screws. Plasterboard on its own won't hold weight - you need to use heavy-duty fixings or locate the studs behind. I bring the right kit for whatever wall type you've got.
How do you get them level?
Spirit level and careful measuring. For a row of hooks, I mark a level line first, then position all hooks on that line. Makes a huge difference to how professional it looks.
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