Office chair assembly in Exeter
Professional office chair assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
Office chair assembled properly and adjusted for your height and desk. No wonky wheels, no mysterious leftover parts - just a solid, comfortable chair ready to use.
That Flatpack Box Isn't Going To Build Itself
You've bought a decent chair to save your back from WFH hell. Now you're looking at the box thinking "how hard can it be?" - and the answer is: harder than it looks. Gas lifts, castor mechanisms, tilt adjustments... I'll have it built and set up properly in the time it'd take you to find the right Allen key.
💡 Pro tip: A properly adjusted chair transforms your working day - height, armrests, tilt angle all matter. I'll set it up right for your desk height.
Why Professional Assembly Makes Sense
DIY office chair assembly often ends with wobbles, squeaks, and bits you're not quite sure about.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Gas lift seated firmly | Wobbly, sinks randomly |
| Castors hammered in square | Wheels fall out after a week |
| All mechanisms working smoothly | Tilt lever jammed or too loose |
| Adjusted for your height | Set randomly, kills your back |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Unpack | All parts checked against instructions |
| Build | Chair assembled with everything tight |
| Adjust | Height, tilt, armrests set for you |
| Test | All mechanisms checked and working |
| Clear | Packaging flattened and removed |
📦 You're Left With
- Solid, wobble-free chair
- Adjusted perfectly for your desk
- All packaging dealt with
- Ready to actually sit and work
Pricing Guide
| Chair Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic office chair | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Gaming chair | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Executive/mesh chair | 45-60 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple chairs? Do them together.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Just bought a new chair - skip the assembly hassle
✅ No time/tools - I'll bring everything needed
✅ Want it done right - properly adjusted for ergonomics
✅ Hate flatpack - let's be honest, who doesn't?
Why Choose Us for Office chair assembly in Exeter?
Built solid with all fittings tight
Adjusted for your height and desk
Mechanisms tested and working smoothly
Packaging cleared away
What to Expect
Step 1: Unpack & Check
Box opened, all parts laid out and checked against instructions. If anything's missing, I'll let you know before starting.
Step 2: Build It Properly
Base, gas lift, seat, backrest, armrests - all fitted in the right order with everything tight. Castors hammered in square so they don't fall out later.
Step 3: Adjust & Test
Height set for your desk, armrests positioned, tilt tension adjusted. I'll have you sit in it and check it's comfortable before I'm done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Determined to build it yourself? Fair enough - here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Allen keys (usually supplied)
- Rubber mallet (for castors)
- Screwdriver (sometimes)
- Adjustable spanner (occasionally)
- Someone to help hold backrest while you bolt it
📋 Assembly order (typical)
- Hammer castors into base (need firm whacks, use rubber mallet)
- Slide gas lift into base centre hole
- Attach seat mechanism plate to seat bottom
- Attach backrest to seat (have helper hold it)
- Place seat assembly onto gas lift (satisfying click)
- Attach armrests
- Install headrest if included
🔩 Getting it right
- Castors need proper hammering - tap them gently and they'll fall out later
- Gas lift protective cover goes on BEFORE you seat it in the base
- Tighten all bolts finger-tight first, then go back and properly tighten
- Adjustment levers go on specific sides - check instructions
- Test every mechanism before sitting properly on it
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not hammering castors in fully (they fall out)
- Forgetting gas lift cover (can't add it after)
- Tightening bolts as you go (things don't line up)
- Getting backrest handed wrong way
- Cranking seat too high before sitting (scary drop when it compresses)
- Losing tiny washers and spacers (they matter)
💡 Pro trick: When attaching the backrest to the seat, have someone hold it at the right angle while you start the bolts - trying to hold it, align holes, and thread bolts yourself is miserable. And don't fully tighten anything until all bolts are started.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪑 Multiple chairs? Doing several for an office? Much more efficient to do them together - I'm already set up and in assembly mode.
Packaging mountain? I'll break down all the boxes and polystyrene so it fits in your recycling. Massive space saver.
Exeter offices? I've done loads of office chair assembly for small businesses and WFH setups around Exeter and Devon. Quick turnaround, minimal disruption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not just assemble it myself?
You can - but office chairs have fiddly gas lifts, castor wheels that need hammering in just right, and adjustment mechanisms that are easy to install wonky. Getting it built properly means it'll be comfortable and last longer without developing wobbles or squeaks.
How long does assembly take?
Most office chairs - basic to mid-range - take 30-45 minutes. Fancy gaming chairs with more adjustments might be 45-60 minutes. I'll have you sitting comfortably by the end of it.
Will you adjust it for me?
Yes - that's half the point. Once it's built, I'll adjust the height, armrests, tilt, and lumbar support (if it has it) to suit you and your desk. A properly adjusted chair makes a huge difference to your back.
What if parts are missing?
I'll check the box contents before starting. If bits are missing, I'll let you know straight away so you can get replacements from the supplier. Then I'll come back and finish it off - no extra callout charge.
Do you take away the packaging?
I'll flatten it and leave it by your bin or recycling - or take it away if you prefer and you're local to Exeter. Big boxes take up loads of space so getting rid of them is genuinely helpful.
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