Office door seal fitting in Exeter
Professional office door seal fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
Under 1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
Door seal fitted around your office door to reduce noise, block draughts, and let you actually concentrate on work. Less household chaos, more productive workspace.
Work From Home? Control What You Hear
Kids, TV, washing machine, doorbell, delivery drivers - working from home means working through chaos. A proper door seal won't give you total silence, but it'll knock enough noise out that you can actually hear your Zoom calls.
💡 Pro tip: Pair a door seal with a white noise machine or desk fan - the seal blocks external noise, the background sound masks what gets through. Game changer for focus.
More Than Just Noise Control
Door seals are cheap insurance for home office sanity:
| ✅ Properly Sealed | ❌ Unsealed Gap |
|---|---|
| Muffled household noise | Every conversation clear as day |
| Warm office in winter | Draught under door, freezing feet |
| Professional on video calls | Background chaos audible |
| Focused work environment | Constant interruptions from noise |
What's Included
🔧 Seal Installation
- Gap measured accurately
- Correct seal type chosen
- Cut to perfect fit
- Fitted without catching on carpet/floor
📦 Types Available
- Brush seals (best for old houses)
- Rubber seals (modern, even gaps)
- Door bottom seals (easiest install)
- Perimeter seals (maximum reduction)
Pricing Guide
| Seal Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Door bottom only | Under 1 hr | £60 |
| Full perimeter seal | 1 hr | £60 |
| Double door sealing | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Seal materials usually £10-25 depending on type.
Perfect For
✅ WFH parents - peace during school holidays
✅ Video callers - professional background audio
✅ Cold offices - block the draught, keep heat in
✅ Light sleepers - if your office is also a bedroom
Why Choose Us for Office door seal fitting in Exeter?
Reduces noise in and out of your office
Blocks draughts under the door
Better focus without household noise
Keeps heating in your workspace
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess Gap
I'll check the gap size around your door, see if it's even or wonky (old houses rarely level), and work out the best seal type.
Step 2: Measure & Cut
Measure door width/perimeter, cut the seal to exact size, and prepare for fitting (some need adhesive, some screw on).
Step 3: Fit & Adjust
Install the seal, check the door still closes properly without catching, adjust if needed so it seals tight but doesn't drag.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own door seal? It's actually pretty straightforward:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Tape measure
- Hacksaw or sharp knife (to cut seal)
- Screwdriver (for screw-on types)
- Cloth to clean door edge
📐 Choosing the right seal
- Gap under 5mm: adhesive rubber seal
- Gap 5-10mm: brush seal or door bottom
- Uneven gap (old houses): adjustable brush seal
- Full noise reduction: perimeter seal (top, bottom, sides)
💡 Fitting a door bottom seal
- Measure door width precisely
- Cut seal 2mm shorter than door width
- Slide onto bottom of door (may need to trim door stop)
- Adjust height so brush just touches floor
- Tighten fixing screws
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Seal too tight (door won't close)
- Seal too loose (doesn't actually seal)
- Cutting seal too short (gaps at edges)
- Not checking door clearance over carpet
💡 Pro trick: Test with a rolled-up towel first. Shove it under the door and see if it makes enough difference. If yes, a proper seal will be worth fitting. If the towel barely helps, you've got bigger noise issues than a door gap.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple office jobs? Get your door seal fitted alongside desk setup, shelving, or other office work - one visit sorts everything.
Old Exeter house with gaps everywhere? Door seals help, but if your windows are single-glazed and your floorboards are gappy, you've got bigger draughts to tackle. Happy to advise on priorities.
Carpet fitters coming soon? Hold off on the door seal until after - new carpet changes the door clearance. I can come back once the carpet's down and fit it to the new height.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a door seal actually stop noise from the kids/TV/etc?
It helps - maybe 40-50% reduction. It's not proper soundproofing (that needs solid core doors, acoustic seals, the works), but it does block the gap under the door which is where most sound leaks. Enough that you're not hearing every word from downstairs, at least.
What type of seal do you fit?
Usually brush seals or rubber seals depending on the gap size. Brush seals work better for uneven gaps and old houses where nothing's level. Rubber or foam seals are good for modern doors with even gaps. I'll use whatever suits your door best.
Can you do it without removing the door?
For brush seals on the bottom - yes, door can stay on. For full perimeter seals (top and sides) the door usually needs to come off so I can fit them properly. Quick job though.
Will it block the draught as well as the noise?
Yes, same seal does both. If you can feel a howling draught under your office door, sealing it will sort that and the noise at the same time. Bonus: your office stays warmer in winter.
How long does door seal fitting take?
Bottom seal only - 20 minutes. Full perimeter seal - 45 minutes to an hour. I'll measure the gap, cut the seal to size, and fit it properly so it actually seals without catching on the floor.
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