Medicine cabinet fitting in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional medicine cabinet fitting help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable mounting services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
0.5-1.5 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
Medicine cabinets fitted securely and out of reach. Lockable storage for prescriptions, medicines, and first aid - mounted safely at proper height.
### Keep Medicines Safe
Young children in the house? **Medicines need locking away** - not just in a high cupboard, actually locked. Medicine cabinets solve it properly.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** UK law doesn't require lockable medicine storage at home, but it's strongly recommended if you have children. Some prescription medicines (especially controlled drugs) should definitely be locked away.
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### Why Secure Mounting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | High enough children can't reach | Too low - defeats the purpose | | Drilled carefully through tiles | Cracked tiles around cabinet | | Secure fixings - won't pull out | Falls off wall when loaded | | Level so door closes properly | Wonky - door swings open |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Position** | Work out safe height, check wall type | | **Mount** | Drill carefully (especially through tiles), secure fixings | | **Test** | Check door closes and locks properly, cabinet is solid |
**📦 You're Left With**
- Cabinet mounted securely - Out of children's reach - Level so lock works properly - Medicines stored safely
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### Pricing Guide
| Wall Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Plaster wall | 30-45 mins | **£60** | | Tiled wall (bathroom) | 45-60 mins | **£60** | | Difficult position or large cabinet | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Tiled walls take longer (careful drilling needed).*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Young children** - need medicines locked away safely
✅ **Prescription drugs** - especially controlled substances
✅ **Bathroom storage** - organized first aid and medicines
✅ **Peace of mind** - know medicines are secure
Why Choose Us for Medicine cabinet fitting in Ottery St Mary?
Mounted out of children's reach
Lockable for safety
Fitted level to any wall type
Secure on tiles or plaster
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position & Check Work out safe mounting height, check wall type (tiles need special care), mark cabinet position level. ### Step 2: Drill & Fix Drill carefully (tile bit for tiled walls), use proper fixings for wall type, mount cabinet securely. ### Step 3: Test & Adjust Check door closes and locks properly, test cabinet is solid, make sure you can reach it comfortably.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary 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 Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Multiple bathrooms?** If you need medicine cabinets in several bathrooms (kids' bathroom, ensuite), doing them together is more efficient than separate visits. **Lockable vs non-lockable.** Standard bathroom cabinets often don't lock. For actual medicine security, you need a cabinet with a proper lock - they're sold as medicine cabinets specifically. **What to store inside:** Prescription medicines, painkillers, anything that could be dangerous for children. First aid supplies can go in here too for easy access in emergencies. **Old Exeter houses with lath and plaster** behind bathroom tiles are common. There's often a cavity behind, so fixings need to be long enough to reach solid backing or use spring toggles. **Height accessibility:** If you have mobility issues or anyone shorter in the house, balance security (high enough) with accessibility (not so high it's unusable). I can help position for your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medicine cabinet fitting in Ottery St Mary
Why use a lockable medicine cabinet?
Safety - keeps medicines out of reach of children and secures prescription drugs. If you've got kids or visiting grandchildren, it's essential. Also useful for keeping first aid supplies organized and easy to find.
Can you fit medicine cabinets to tiled bathroom walls?
Yes - I drill carefully through tiles to avoid cracking, then use proper wall fixings into the solid wall behind. Tiles alone won't hold a cabinet securely.
What height should a medicine cabinet be?
High enough that young children can't reach (usually 1.8m+ from floor), but still accessible for adults. I'll position based on your ceiling height and who needs to access it.
Do I need to provide the cabinet?
Yes - buy the lockable medicine cabinet you want (many styles available from chemists, B&Q, Argos), then I'll mount it securely at the right height.
Will it be secure enough?
If fitted properly with the right wall fixings, absolutely. Medicine cabinets aren't heavy (unlike kitchen cabinets), but they need proper mounting - especially if drilled into tiles.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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