Grab rail installation in Dawlish
Looking for professional grab rail installation help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable mounting services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
0.5-1.5 hrs
Location
Dawlish
Grab rails installed securely in bathrooms. Beside baths, in showers, by toilets - fitted to hold full body weight safely.
### Safety You Can Trust
Grab rails are about **independence and confidence**. But only if you can actually trust them. A rail that pulls out when you need it is worse than no rail at all.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Don't use suction grab rails for anything weight-bearing. They're for light steadying only. If you're trusting weight to it (getting in/out of bath), it needs screwing to the wall properly.
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### Why Secure Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Holds full body weight safely | Pulls out when needed - dangerous | | Drilled carefully - no cracked tiles | Cracked tiles around fixings | | Into solid wall/studs | Just into tiles - useless | | Positioned for your needs | Standard position - doesn't help |
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### Pricing Guide
| Number of Rails | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------------|----------------|------------| | Single rail | 30-45 mins | **£60** | | 2-3 rails (typical bathroom) | 1 hr | **£60** | | 4+ rails (full bathroom setup) | 1.5 hrs | **£85** |
*Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Tiled walls take longer (care needed).*
Why Choose Us for Grab rail installation in Dawlish?
Fitted to hold full body weight
Works on tiles and all wall types
Positioned for best support
Multiple rails done efficiently
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position & Check Work out best position for your height and needs, check what's behind the wall (solid vs studs). ### Step 2: Drill & Fix Carefully drill through tiles (if tiled), use heavy-duty fixings into solid wall/studs, mount rails securely. ### Step 3: Test Give each rail a proper pull/push to test it's absolutely solid. If it moves even slightly, it's not done right.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish 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 Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Multiple rails?** Typical bathroom setup is 3-4 rails (beside bath, in shower, by toilet). More efficient to do all in one visit. **Old Exeter houses with lath and plaster** behind tiles are tricky - there might be a cavity. I'll check and use spring toggles if needed, but solid wall is always best for grab rails. **Height and position matter.** I'll position for YOUR height and needs, not just standard measurements from a manual. Better to get it right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grab rail installation in Dawlish
How do you make grab rails strong enough to trust?
Proper wall fixings rated for the weight - minimum 100kg. I check what's behind the tiles (solid wall is best, studs if it's plasterboard), drill carefully to avoid cracking tiles, and use heavy-duty fixings that won't pull out. Then test them myself before leaving.
Can you fit grab rails to tiled walls?
Yes - tiles need drilling carefully with proper tile bits to avoid cracking. Behind the tiles you need solid wall or studs for secure fixing. I check what's there and use appropriate fixings. If it's hollow behind, I'll let you know - might need to reposition slightly.
Where should grab rails be positioned?
Depends what you need support for - beside toilet, by bath, in shower. Standard heights exist but I'll position based on your height and needs. Better to get it right for you than follow arbitrary standard measurements.
Do I need to provide the grab rails?
Yes - buy rails in the length and style you need (straight, angled, L-shaped). They're not expensive. Look for ones rated to your weight plus margin. Chrome is common for bathrooms but white plastic ones exist too.
How many fixings does each rail need?
Minimum two (one each end), three for longer rails. Each fixing point needs to be solid - into wall, not just tiles. That's why I check behind tiles first.
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