Footrest setup in Exeter
Professional footrest setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
Under 1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
Footrest positioned correctly for ergonomic sitting, better circulation, and less back pain. Small thing, big difference if you're at your desk all day.
The Forgotten Part Of Desk Ergonomics
Everyone obsesses over chair height and monitor position. Then they ignore their feet. If your feet are dangling or you're stretching forward to reach the floor, your whole posture is compromised.
💡 Pro tip: Your footrest should support the balls of your feet, not just your heels. Lets you shift position throughout the day without your feet sliding off.
Proper Setup vs Just Shoving It Under
There's a right way to position a footrest:
| ✅ Properly Positioned | ❌ Just Put There |
|---|---|
| Right distance from chair | Too far forward (stretching legs) |
| Correct angle for ankles | Flat, uncomfortable ankle position |
| Paired with chair height | Chair height ignored |
| Stable, won't slide away | Shifts about on carpet/floor |
What's Included
🔧 Setup & Positioning
- Footrest placed at correct distance
- Angle adjusted for comfort
- Chair height optimised together
- Non-slip checked (or added if needed)
📦 Part Of Larger Setup
- Best done with full desk setup
- Chair, desk height, monitor all coordinated
- Whole ergonomic package sorted
- You're not guessing, it's right
Pricing
| Service | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Footrest only | Minimal | £60 minimum |
| With desk setup | Included | No extra charge |
| Full office ergonomics | 1-2 hrs | £60-£110 |
Footrest setup on its own hits the £60 minimum. Makes more sense as part of office setup.
Perfect For
✅ Shorter people - feet don't reach floor
✅ Tall desks - chair at maximum height
✅ Circulation issues - less leg swelling
✅ Back pain - proper posture starts with feet
Why Choose Us for Footrest setup in Exeter?
Positioned for proper ergonomic sitting
Reduced lower back strain
Better circulation in legs
Adjustable angle set correctly
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess Current Setup
Check your chair height, desk height, and current sitting posture. See where your feet naturally want to be.
Step 2: Position Footrest
Place footrest at right distance so your knees are at roughly 90 degrees without stretching legs forward.
Step 3: Adjust Together
Fine-tune footrest angle and chair height together until you're sitting comfortably with proper posture.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting up your own footrest? Here's the ergonomic science:
🔧 What you'll need
- Your footrest
- Adjustable office chair
- Tape measure (optional)
📐 Correct positioning
- Sit in chair with back against backrest
- Adjust chair height so thighs are parallel to floor
- Place footrest where feet naturally fall
- Feet should be flat or slightly elevated at heel
- Knees at 90-100 degrees
💡 Ergonomic checks
- Can you slide 2 fingers under your thigh at seat front?
- Are your feet fully supported without stretching?
- Can you sit back in the chair without legs dangling?
- Does your lower back feel supported?
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Footrest too far forward (slouching to reach it)
- Chair too high (pressure under thighs)
- Footrest angle too steep (feet slide off)
- Using a box/books (shifts about, wrong angle)
💡 Pro trick: If you shift position a lot (which is good), get a rocking or adjustable footrest. Static ones work if you sit still, but most people move about - a dynamic footrest moves with you.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Full office setup? Footrest positioning is part of complete desk ergonomics setup - chair, desk, monitor, keyboard, footrest all adjusted together.
Not sure if you need one? Sit properly in your chair (back against backrest). If your feet are flat on the floor comfortably, you don't need a footrest. If they're dangling or you have to scoot forward to reach the floor, you do.
Working from home in a dining chair? Footrests help, but honestly, you need a proper office chair first. Dining chairs aren't designed for 8-hour sitting. Sort the chair, then add the footrest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I actually need a footrest or is it marketing nonsense?
If your feet don't touch the floor when sitting properly - you need one. Chair too high and dangling feet causes circulation issues and back pain. A footrest brings the floor to you. If your feet are flat on the ground already, you probably don't need one.
What's involved in footrest setup - can't I just put it under my desk?
You absolutely can. But there's a right position: it should be close enough that you're not stretching your legs forward, and at the right angle for comfortable ankle position. I'll set it up properly so you're actually comfortable, not just 'it's there somewhere'.
Can you adjust my chair height at the same time?
Yes - footrest and chair height go together. Your thighs should be roughly parallel to the floor, feet on footrest at 90-110 degree ankle angle. I'll adjust both together for proper ergonomics.
Is this really worth calling someone out for?
Probably not on its own, honestly. But if I'm already there setting up your desk, assembling furniture, or doing other office work, it takes 10 minutes to get your footrest position sorted properly. Makes sense as part of a larger setup.
What about the rocking footrests - do they need setting up?
Most are just place-and-use, but the adjustable ones have resistance settings and angle limits that should be set for your weight and preference. I can show you how to adjust those yourself once it's positioned.
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