Chandelier cleaning in Exeter
Professional chandelier cleaning services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Chandelier looking dull and dusty? I'll clean it properly - in place or taken down depending on the fitting. Gets all the sparkle back without you risking life and limb on a ladder.
Bring Back The Brilliance
Your beautiful chandelier has gradually gone from stunning centerpiece to "when did that get so grimy?"
Dust settles. Flies leave their mark. The sparkle fades. And cleaning the bloody thing yourself involves precarious ladder work, delicate crystal drops that cost a fortune to replace, and the very real worry of pulling the whole lot out of the ceiling.
💡 Pro tip: Most chandeliers should be cleaned at least once a year. More if you've got an open fire or cook a lot - both add to the grime buildup.
Why Professional Cleaning Makes Sense
| ✅ Professional Clean | ❌ DIY Disaster Risk |
|---|---|
| Proper ladders and safe access | Wobbly stepladder, overstretching |
| Power isolated properly | Cleaning around live connections |
| Every drop cleaned systematically | Miss the ones you can't reach |
| Chandelier checked and rehung securely | Hope it doesn't fall down later |
What's Involved
🔧 The Process
| Type of Fitting | My Approach |
|---|---|
| Simple glass chandelier | Clean in place with spray and polish |
| Multi-drop crystal fixture | Take down, clean each piece, reassemble |
| Antique or delicate | Extra care, specialist cleaning products |
📦 What You Get
- Power isolated safely before I start
- Every drop cleaned and polished
- Connections checked (and fixed if needed)
- Rehung securely
- Your chandelier looking like new
Pricing Guide
| Fixture Complexity | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple chandelier (in place) | 1 hr | £60 |
| Standard multi-drop fitting | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Large complex chandelier | 2 hrs | £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. I'll give you an accurate quote once I see your fitting.
Perfect For...
✅ Period properties - restore those stunning original features
✅ Before hosting - get your hallway looking its best for guests
✅ Property sales - first impressions matter, chandeliers catch the eye
✅ Rental properties - maintain that premium finish between tenants
Why Choose Us for Chandelier cleaning in Exeter?
Safely cleaned without damage
All the sparkle restored
No ladders or stress for you
Electrical connections checked while I'm there
What to Expect
Step 1: Power Off & Setup
I'll turn off power at the fuse board and set up safe access. Proper ladders, not your kitchen steps.
Step 2: Clean or Take Down
Simple fittings get cleaned in place. Complex ones I'll carefully take down, photograph the layout (for reassembly), then clean every piece.
Step 3: Reassemble & Test
Everything back together, rehung securely, power back on, test the lights. Job done, sparkling clean.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to tackle it yourself? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Sturdy ladder or platform
- Specialist chandelier cleaner (or mix of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water)
- Soft microfibre cloths
- Cotton gloves (stops fingerprints)
- Someone to hold the ladder
🔍 Before you start
- Turn power OFF at the fuse board - not just the light switch
- Let all bulbs cool completely (at least 30 mins)
- Lay a soft blanket below to catch any drops
- Take photos of how it's assembled
🧼 Cleaning method
In Place:
- Spray cleaner lightly onto cloth (never directly on crystal)
- Wipe each drop carefully, supporting it while you clean
- Work systematically so you don't miss any
Full Take-Down:
- Label each strand or tier as you dismantle
- Wash drops in warm soapy water, rinse in clean water with a splash of vinegar
- Dry with soft cloth - air drying leaves water marks
- Reassemble using your photos
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Cleaning around live electrics (dangerous!)
- Over-reaching from ladder (how people fall)
- Spraying cleaner directly on fitting (drips into electrics)
- Mixing up the drops during reassembly
- Using abrasive cloths that scratch crystal
💡 Pro trick: Wear cotton gloves while cleaning crystal drops. Stops fingerprints and gives you better grip on slippery glass.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
High ceilings? I regularly work in Exeter's Georgian and Victorian properties with vaulted hallways. Ceiling height isn't a problem.
Antique chandelier? I'll use appropriate cleaning products and extra care. If it's genuinely valuable, let me know - I can recommend a specialist restorer if needed.
While I'm there... If you've got other light fittings that need cleaning or bulbs that need changing at height, mention it when you book. Much more efficient to do them all in one visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you clean a chandelier?
Depends on the fitting. Small ones I can clean in place with proper spray cleaner and careful hand polishing. Bigger or more delicate ones I'll take down, clean each drop individually, then rehang. I turn the power off first - safety comes before sparkle!
Do you take the whole thing down?
Only if needed. Simple chandeliers with a few drops I'll clean in place. Complex crystal ones with hundreds of pieces usually come down - much safer and I can get every drop gleaming. I'll tell you which approach makes sense for yours.
How long does it take?
Simple fixture cleaned in place - about an hour. Full take-down and clean of a proper multi-tier crystal chandelier - closer to 2 hours. Depends entirely on how complex your fitting is.
Can you do this if my ceiling is really high?
Yes - I've got proper ladders and work safely at height all the time. Vaulted hallway in an old Exeter house? No problem. That's exactly why people call me instead of wobbling on a stepladder themselves.
Will you check the wiring while you're there?
Always. If I've got the fitting down anyway, I'll check the connections, make sure nothing's loose or corroded. If there's an issue I'll let you know - better to find it now than when you've got a dead bulb and no clue why.
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