Mirror refit new home in Exeter
Professional mirror refit new home services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
30 mins-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Mirrors from your old house rehung securely in the new one. Properly mounted with correct fixings for the wall type - so they don't fall off in six months.
Don't Just Stick Them Up With Command Strips
You've got mirrors from your old house. They're good mirrors, proper ones, heavy. Do you really want to trust them to stick-on hooks that might fail at 3am?
💡 Pro tip: Book mirror hanging when the house is empty or just after moving in. Much easier without furniture in the way, and you walk into a house that feels finished.
Why Proper Mounting Matters
| ✅ Properly Hung | ❌ DIY Disaster |
|---|---|
| Right fixings for wall and weight | Command strips on heavy mirror |
| Level and aligned properly | Wonky, noticeable from across room |
| Secure for years | Falls off and smashes |
| No damaged walls | Holes everywhere from failed attempts |
What's Involved
🔧 Mirror Hanging Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Test wall type, choose correct fixings |
| Position | Mark level position where you want it |
| Mount | Drill, plug, fix securely to wall |
| Test | Make sure it's solid before I leave |
📦 End Result
- Mirrors hung level and secure
- Proper fixings (not bodge-job hooks)
- Safe mounting for the weight
- Looks professional, not DIY
Pricing Guide
| Number of Mirrors | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single mirror (light-medium) | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Single heavy mirror / bathroom | 45 mins-1 hr | £60-£85 |
| 2-3 mirrors | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Multiple rooms | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Time varies with wall type and mirror weight.
Perfect For...
✅ Taking mirrors to new house - refit what you already own
✅ Large bathroom mirrors - too heavy to risk DIY
✅ Want them level - visible from across the room
✅ Different wall types - plasterboard needs different fixings than brick
Why Choose Us for Mirror refit new home in Exeter?
Mirrors hung level and secure
Proper fixings for your wall type
Heavy mirrors mounted safely
No damage to walls or mirrors
What to Expect
Step 1: Wall Check
I check what your walls are made of (solid, plasterboard, brick) and choose the right fixings for the mirror weight.
Step 2: Position & Mark
You tell me where you want it, I mark it level, check it looks right before drilling anything.
Step 3: Fix Securely
Drill, plug, mount properly. Test it's solid, clean up any dust, mirror's ready to use immediately.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to hang your own mirrors? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill and appropriate drill bits
- Spirit level
- Tape measure and pencil
- Wall plugs suitable for your wall type
- Screws or mirror plates
- Stud finder (for plasterboard walls)
📐 Choosing fixings
- Solid wall (brick/block): Standard wall plugs and screws
- Plasterboard: Plasterboard anchors or fix into studs
- Light mirrors: Can use picture hooks on solid walls
- Heavy mirrors: MUST fix into studs or solid wall, not just plasterboard
✂️ Hanging it level
- Measure where you want the top to be
- Mark both sides, use spirit level to confirm it's level
- Measure down to where fixings need to go
- Drill, plug, screw in fixings but not fully tight
- Hang mirror, check level, adjust if needed
- Tighten everything
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking wall type before choosing fixings
- Trusting plasterboard to hold heavy mirrors (it won't)
- Eyeballing level instead of using a spirit level
- Using plugs that are too small for the weight
- Not checking if mirrors secure before letting go
💡 Pro trick: For heavy mirrors, use two fixings minimum even if it only came with one. Distribute the weight and add redundancy - if one fixing fails, the other holds it.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
⚠️ Heavy mirror safety: If a mirror weighs more than about 5kg, it needs proper wall fixings into solid wall or studs. Plasterboard alone won't hold it long-term. I'll always check and use appropriate fixings.
Bathroom mirrors: Often heavy and in humid environments. Need proper rust-resistant fixings and secure mounting - not a place to take shortcuts.
Old mirror fixings: If your mirror has old-style clips or wire, I can upgrade to modern mirror plates if it makes mounting easier or more secure.
Wall damage: I'll patch and fill the holes, but if you want perfect decoration-ready finish, you might want to touch up paint after. Or book me to do that too.
Multiple mirrors: Doing several at once is more efficient - I'm already there with all the fixings and tools. Much cheaper per mirror than individual visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not just use command strips or hooks?
Command strips work for small light mirrors. Anything bigger or heavier needs proper wall plugs and screws or it'll fall off - possibly on someone. I use the right fixings for your wall type (plaster, plasterboard, brick) and the weight of your mirror.
Can you hang heavy bathroom mirrors?
Yes - heavy mirrors need proper fixings into studs or solid wall, not just plasterboard. I'll check what your walls are, use appropriate fixings, and make sure it's secure before I leave. Safety first with heavy mirrors.
I want to use the same mirrors from my old house - can you refit them?
Absolutely. If you've taken mirrors down carefully (or I can remove them from your old place), I'll refit them in the new house. Often easier than buying new ones, especially if they're good quality.
How long does each mirror take?
Simple wall-mounted mirror on solid wall is 20-30 minutes. Heavy bathroom mirror with brackets might be 45 mins. Multiple mirrors in one visit is most efficient - I'm already there with the tools.
What if the mirror has no fixings?
Some mirrors just have clips or D-rings. I bring various mirror plates and fixings, so I can fit whatever mounting hardware is needed. I'll work with what you've got or upgrade the fixings if needed.
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