Filing cabinet assembly in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional filing cabinet assembly help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable office services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Newton Abbot
Filing cabinet assembled properly with smooth-running drawers, anti-tip safety checked, and everything square. Heavy-duty storage for all your paperwork, built to last.
### Filing Cabinets That Actually Work
Nothing worse than fighting with a sticky filing cabinet drawer when you're trying to find something important. **Professional assembly means smooth operation every time** - no wrestling with stuck drawers or wonky runners.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Label your drawers clearly. "Admin", "Bills", "Tax Stuff" works better than trying to remember which drawer is which when you're in a hurry.
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### Why Assembly Matters For Filing Cabinets
These aren't like other office furniture - they carry serious weight when loaded:
| ✅ Built Properly | ❌ Poor Assembly | |-------------------|------------------| | Smooth drawer operation when loaded | Drawers bind under weight | | Stable, won't tip when open | Dangerous tipping risk | | Locks work (if fitted) | Mechanism jams or misaligned | | Square frame, level on floor | Twisted carcass, wobbles |
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### What's Included
**🔧 Assembly** - Frame/carcass built square - Drawer runners installed and aligned - Drawers assembled and tested under load - Lock mechanism checked (if fitted)
**📦 Safety & Setup** - Anti-tip strap fitted (if requested) - Levelled on your floor - Positioned where you need it - All drawers tested for smooth operation
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### Pricing Guide
| Cabinet Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |--------------|----------------|------------| | 2-drawer metal | 1 hr | **£60** | | 2-drawer wooden | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | 4-drawer cabinet | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.*
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### Perfect For
✅ **Home offices** - keep paperwork organised
✅ **Small businesses** - secure document storage
✅ **Rented offices** - freestanding, moves with you
✅ **Archive storage** - old files out of the way
Why Choose Us for Filing cabinet assembly in Newton Abbot?
Heavy-duty build for loaded drawers
Runners aligned for smooth operation
Anti-tip safety checked
Lock mechanism tested if fitted
What to Expect
### Step 1: Unpack & Assess Check all parts are present (drawer rails often go missing), identify metal vs wooden construction, plan assembly sequence. ### Step 2: Build Frame Assemble the main carcass ensuring it's perfectly square - critical for drawer operation. Install drawer runners precisely aligned. ### Step 3: Fit & Test Install drawers, load test each one to ensure smooth operation under weight, fit locks if included, check stability.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Office furniture package?** Get filing cabinets assembled alongside desks, drawer units, and shelving - one visit sorts the lot. **Old house with uneven floors?** I'll level your cabinet so drawers don't slide open by themselves. Common issue in older Exeter properties where nothing's quite level. **Going paperless but not quite there yet?** Filing cabinets hold their value. Get a decent one now, and when you do go fully digital, they make excellent workshop or craft supply storage.
Frequently Asked Questions about Filing cabinet assembly in Newton Abbot
What type of filing cabinets do you assemble?
Both metal and wooden. Metal ones are usually pre-assembled drawers that slot into a frame - quicker. Wooden flatpack ones are more involved - full assembly including drawer runners and rails. Either type, I'll get it working properly.
Why pay someone to assemble a filing cabinet?
Fair question. Filing cabinets are heavy when loaded, and if the runners aren't aligned or it's not built square, you'll fight with sticky drawers forever. Plus metal ones can trap fingers badly during assembly - I've got the scars to prove it. Worth getting done right.
Can you fit anti-tip straps?
Yes, and I'd recommend it if you're in a house with kids. Fully loaded filing cabinets with all drawers open can tip forward. Simple wall strap at the back prevents accidents. Takes 5 extra minutes.
What if the drawers don't run smoothly after assembly?
That's a sign it's not built square or the runners are misaligned. If I've built it and drawers are sticky, I'll sort it - no question. If you've assembled it yourself and want me to fix it, I can usually adjust runners or square up the frame.
How long does filing cabinet assembly take?
Metal 2-drawer units - about 45 minutes. Wooden 4-drawer flatpack cabinets - closer to 2 hours. The more drawers and the more complex the runner system, the longer it takes to get everything aligned properly.
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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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