Key safe installation in Exeter
Professional key safe 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
Key safes installed securely and discreetly. Emergency access, carer access, spare keys - mounted weatherproof with anti-tamper fixings.
Safe Emergency Access
Locked out? Carer needs access? Key safes give peace of mind - but only if they're genuinely secure. Badly fitted key safes are just an invitation to burglars.
💡 Pro tip: Don't mount key safes right beside your front door. It's obvious. Round the side, on a gate post, hidden by a plant - accessible but not advertising itself.
Why Secure Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Anti-drill fixings - can't be removed | Standard screws - unscrewed in 2 minutes |
| Weatherproof mounting | Water gets in - rusts, seizes |
| Discreet position | Right beside door - obvious |
| Into solid wall | Just render - pulls off |
Pricing Guide
| Wall Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Brick/block (easy access) | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Rendered wall | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Stone or difficult position | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Stone walls take longer (harder drilling).
Why Choose Us for Key safe installation in Exeter?
Mounted discreetly
Drill-resistant fixings
Weatherproof positioning
Emergency and carer access
What to Expect
Step 1: Position & Plan
Decide best position (accessible but discreet), check wall type, plan mounting.
Step 2: Drill & Fix
Drill into solid wall, use anti-tamper fixings (security screws or shear bolts), mount key safe securely.
Step 3: Seal & Test
Seal around edges if needed (weatherproofing), test combination works, explain how to change code.
🔧 DIY Tips
🔧 Tools needed: Drill, masonry bits, security screws/shear bolts
📐 Installation:
- Choose position (accessible, discreet, sheltered)
- Hold key safe against wall, mark drilling positions
- Drill into brick/block (not just render)
- Use one-way screws or shear bolts (can't be unscrewed)
- Mount key safe, tighten firmly
- Seal around edges with silicone if exposed
- Set combination, test thoroughly
⚠️ Common mistakes: Too obvious position, standard screws (removable), drilling into render only (not solid behind), not weatherproofing
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 For carers/care agencies: Many care companies require key safes for regular access. They often specify particular models (Supra Police approved is common). Check what they need before buying.
Combination security: Change from factory default immediately. Don't use obvious codes (1234, your house number). And don't tell everyone the code - defeats the purpose.
Regular maintenance: Test the key safe every few months. Mechanisms can seize if not used regularly, especially in coastal areas (salt air).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where's the best place to mount a key safe?
Somewhere accessible but not obvious - often side of house near front door, back of gate post, garden wall. Not right beside the door (too obvious). Needs to be sheltered from direct rain if possible, mounted solidly to brick/stone.
Can key safes be broken into?
If mounted properly with anti-drill fixings, they're very difficult to remove or break into. Choose a quality key safe (Master Lock, Supra etc), mount with security screws, and don't make it obvious. Most burglars won't bother - easier targets available.
Do I need to buy the key safe first?
Yes - buy the model you want (basic or high-security), then I'll fit it securely. If you're unsure which one to get, I can advise - different models for different needs (carers, emergencies, regular use).
Can you fit key safes to rendered walls?
Yes - drill carefully through render into brick/block behind. Render alone won't hold a key safe securely. I make sure fixings go into solid wall, then seal around the key safe to keep water out.
What about theft - can someone just unscrew it?
If fitted with security screws (one-way screws or shear bolts), very difficult. They go in but won't come out without destroying the key safe. I use these as standard for key safe installations.
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