Curtain pole tightening in Exeter
Professional curtain pole tightening services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Curtain pole loose or sagging? Brackets tightened and secured properly - might need better fixings if it's pulled out. Smooth operation again, no more pulling away from the wall.
Before It Comes Down Completely
Your curtain pole sags in the middle when you close the curtains. Or one bracket is pulling away from the wall and you're worried the whole lot's coming down.
Every time you draw the curtains you can see it move. One more tug and it's going to fail completely - pole, curtains, brackets, the lot crashing down at 11pm.
💡 Pro tip: Curtain poles need support every 1.5-2 metres, depending on weight. Long pole with just two end brackets? That's why it's sagging. Needs a centre support.
Why Poles Come Loose
| ✅ Secure Pole | ❌ Loose Pole |
|---|---|
| Brackets tight to wall | Pulling away when curtains move |
| Weight properly supported | Sagging in the middle |
| Smooth curtain operation | Gets worse every time you use it |
| Right fixings for wall type | Wrong fixings gradually failing |
What I'll Do
🔧 Fixing Process
| Problem | The Fix |
|---|---|
| Screws just loose | Tighten brackets securely |
| Screws pulled out | Refix with better/larger fixings |
| Wrong wall fixings | Replace with appropriate fixings for wall type |
| Pole too long/heavy | Add centre support bracket |
| Brackets bent/broken | Replace damaged brackets |
📦 Common Situations
- End brackets pulled away from wall
- Pole sagging in middle
- Screws spinning in wall (stripped holes)
- Heavy lined curtains stressing fixings
- Original fixings inadequate for wall type
Pricing
| Repair Type | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple tighten-up | 10-15 mins | £60 |
| Refix brackets properly | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Add centre support | 20-30 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum for first hour. Most curtain pole fixes are within that.
Worth Fixing Because...
⚠️ Gets worse - loose brackets only get looser
⚠️ Damage risk - when it fails, pole and curtains crash down
⚠️ Wall damage - brackets pulling out damage plaster
✅ Quick fix - sorted in 15 minutes before complete failure
Why Choose Us for Curtain pole tightening in Exeter?
Pole secure and level again
Brackets properly fixed
Curtains slide smoothly
No risk of complete failure
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess The Problem
I'll check why it's loose - just needs tightening, or have fixings failed? Check wall type too.
Step 2: Fix Securely
Tighten if that's all needed. If screws have pulled out, I'll refix with better fixings or add support. Might need new screw positions.
Step 3: Test Weight
Put curtains back (if removed), test pole takes the weight without movement. Should be rock-solid.
🔧 DIY Tips
If you want to try fixing it yourself:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver (usually Phillips head)
- Possibly drill and wall plugs
- Spirit level
- Maybe additional bracket for long poles
- Someone to hold pole while you work
🔍 Diagnosing the problem
- Remove curtains for clear access
- Check each bracket - is it tight to the wall?
- Try tightening the screws - do they grip or just spin?
- Look at pole length - is it too long without centre support?
- Check brackets themselves - bent or damaged?
🛠️ Simple tighten-up
- Remove curtains
- Tighten all bracket screws firmly
- Check pole is level
- Rehang curtains and test
🔧 If screws won't tighten
- Holes are probably stripped
- Remove bracket
- Fill old holes with wall filler or wood filler
- Re-drill nearby (or drill new holes and plug them)
- Refit bracket with new fixings
- Check you're using right fixings for wall type!
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Using wrong fixings for wall type (screw straight into plasterboard = failure)
- Not supporting middle of long poles
- Over-tightening and stripping threads or cracking plaster
- Trying to reuse stripped screw holes
- Not checking pole is level when refixing
💡 Pro trick: For heavy curtains or long poles, add a centre bracket even if pole originally came with just two. Stops sagging and takes stress off end brackets. Should be every 1.5-2m maximum.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Really heavy curtains? Lined or thermal curtains weigh a lot. If your pole wasn't designed for that weight, it'll keep coming loose. Might need upgrading to a sturdier pole system.
Old plaster walls? Common in Exeter's period properties. The plaster can be weak - fixings need to go deep into brick behind, not just the plaster. I'll fix them properly.
Plasterboard walls? Standard screws won't hold curtains. Need proper plasterboard fixings or fixing into studs. If yours are failing, that's probably why.
While I'm there... If you've got multiple curtain poles or other little jobs (loose handles, pictures to hang), lump them together. Much more efficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why has my curtain pole come loose?
Heavy curtains put constant stress on the brackets, especially when you open and close them. Over time, screws work loose or pull out of the wall. Sometimes the original fixings weren't quite right for the wall type.
Can you fix a pole that's pulled away from the wall?
Usually yes. Sometimes I just need to tighten the screws. If they've pulled out, I'll fix into new positions or use better fixings. Really heavy curtains might need an extra support bracket in the middle.
What if the brackets are damaged?
Then they need replacing - tightening won't fix bent or broken brackets. I'll let you know if that's the case. If it's a standard pole I might have replacement brackets, or can source them.
Do I need to take the curtains down?
Not usually - I can work around them for a simple tighten-up. If the pole's really loose or needs proper refixing, yes, best to take curtains down temporarily. I'll let you know.
How long does it take?
Simple tighten-up - 10-15 minutes. If fixings have failed and need proper replacement, maybe 20-30 minutes. Depends what I find.
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