Blind cord replacement in Exeter
Professional blind cord replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Blind cord snapped? I'll thread new cord through the mechanism - blind working smoothly again without replacing the whole thing. Much cheaper than a new blind.
Save The Blind, Replace The Cord
Your blind cord snapped while you were opening it this morning. Now it's stuck half-open, or won't raise, or the cord just dangles uselessly.
Blind itself is fine. Mechanism works. You just need a new bloody cord.
Thirty minutes to thread a new one. Working perfectly again, fraction of the cost of a new blind.
💡 Pro tip: If one cord's snapped, the other isn't far behind. Worth replacing both together - they're the same age and had the same wear.
When Cords Need Replacing
| ✅ Good Cord | ❌ Failed Cord |
|---|---|
| Smooth operation, no fraying | Snapped, frayed, or jammed |
| Raises and lowers evenly | Uneven, sticks, or won't move |
| Cord supple and strong | Brittle, yellowed, weakened |
| Both sides working | One side broken, other struggling |
What I'll Do
🔧 Replacement Process
- Take blind down (or work in place if possible)
- Remove broken cord from mechanism
- Thread new cord correctly through pulleys/mechanism
- Adjust cord length and knot correctly
- Test operation - should be smooth
- Rehang if taken down
📦 Blind Types I Fix
- Venetian blinds (horizontal slats)
- Vertical blinds with cord mechanism
- Roller blinds with pull cord
- Roman blinds with cord lift
- Most common cord-operated blinds
Pricing
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single blind cord replacement | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Both cords (recommended) | 25-30 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum for first hour. Cord included.
Why Replace Not Rebuy?
✅ Much cheaper - £60 vs £100+ for new blind
✅ Quick fix - half hour vs shopping, measuring, waiting for delivery
✅ Keeps your blind - if you like it, keep it working
✅ Less waste - perfectly good blind saved
Why Choose Us for Blind cord replacement in Exeter?
Blind working smoothly again
Correct cord properly threaded
Both cords matched if needed
No need to replace whole blind
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess The Blind
Check mechanism is working and just the cord has failed. Work out best approach - in situ or take down.
Step 2: Thread New Cord
Remove old broken cord, thread new one through mechanism correctly. This is the fiddly bit - needs doing right.
Step 3: Test & Adjust
Raise and lower blind several times. Should be smooth with no catching or uneven movement.
🔧 DIY Tips
This can be done DIY but it's fiddly - depends on the blind type:
🔧 What you'll need
- Replacement blind cord (buy from blind shop or online)
- Possibly stepladder
- Patience (threading can be fiddly)
- Maybe screwdriver to access mechanism
🔍 Before you start
- Take photos of how cord is currently threaded
- Measure how much cord you need (usually double blind height)
- Buy correct type/thickness of cord
- Read any instructions that came with blind
🛠️ Threading process
Venetian blinds:
- Remove broken cord
- Thread new cord through headrail mechanism
- Follow the path of the old cord (photos help!)
- Thread through all pulleys and locks
- Knot end, trim to length
- Test operation
Roller blinds:
- Usually need to remove barrel
- Wind cord onto spring mechanism
- Much easier to show than explain!
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Threading cord wrong way (blind won't work properly)
- Wrong thickness cord (won't fit through mechanism)
- Not securing knot properly (cord pulls through)
- Cutting cord too short
- Giving up halfway through and calling someone!
💡 Pro trick: Before removing old cord, tie new cord to the end of it. Pull old cord out - it automatically threads the new one through. Doesn't work for all blind types but brilliant when it does.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Really old blind? Sometimes the mechanism is worn out too. If I thread new cord and it still doesn't work smoothly, might be time for a new blind. I'll let you know.
Can't find matching cord? Some older blinds use cord that's hard to source now. I'll try, but might not be possible. Modern replacement cord might look slightly different.
Multiple blinds? If you've got several with broken cords, I'll do them all while I'm there. Batch jobs are more efficient.
Child safety? Modern blind cords have safety features to prevent child strangulation risk. If your blind is old, might be worth considering safer alternatives (chain or cordless). I can advise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you replace the cord without replacing the blind?
Usually yes - as long as the mechanism itself isn't broken, new cord is all you need. I'll thread it through the mechanism and get it working smoothly again.
Why do blind cords snap?
Constant use wears them out - UV from the window makes them brittle, and the friction through the mechanism eventually causes them to fray and break. It's a wear item.
Do both cords need replacing?
Not always, but often makes sense. If one's snapped, the other's probably not far behind. Plus they should match - new cord next to old yellowed cord looks odd.
How long does it take?
Threading cord through a blind mechanism takes about 20-30 minutes depending on the blind type. Some are straightforward, some are fiddly. But much quicker than buying and fitting a new blind.
Can you do this for all blind types?
Venetian blinds, roller blinds with cords, most common types - yes. Really unusual or very old mechanisms might be a problem. I'll let you know if I can't source the right cord.
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