Doorbell battery change in Exeter
Professional doorbell battery change services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Wireless doorbell battery replaced - both the button and chime unit checked and tested. Simple job that gets you hearing visitors again.
Your Doorbell's Stopped Working
Could be a dead battery, could be something else. Either way, you're missing deliveries and visitors are knocking so hard the door shakes.
Most wireless doorbells have two batteries - one in the button, one in the chime unit. Both need checking.
💡 Pro tip: If your doorbell chimes when you press it but sounds weak, that's usually the chime unit battery. If it doesn't work at all, check the button battery first.
Why It Matters
| ✅ Working Doorbell | ❌ Not Working |
|---|---|
| Hear visitors and deliveries | Miss parcels constantly |
| Professional impression | Visitors hammering on door |
| Peace of mind | Never know who's there |
| Takes 15 mins to fix | Sits broken for months |
What's Included
🔧 The Service
| What I Do | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Test current setup | Find out what's actually wrong |
| Replace batteries | Fresh batteries in button and chime |
| Check range | Make sure signal reaches properly |
| Test thoroughly | Press it multiple times to confirm |
📦 You Get
- Doorbell working reliably
- Fresh quality batteries fitted
- Both units checked and tested
- Advice on battery life
Typical Pricing
| Job | Time Needed | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple battery replacement | 10-15 mins | £60 |
| Battery + re-pairing units | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Multiple doorbells (front/back) | 30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Common batteries included.
Get It Sorted If...
✅ Doorbell silent or very quiet
✅ Works intermittently - sometimes yes, sometimes no
✅ Been months/years since battery changed
✅ Just moved in to a house with a doorbell that doesn't work
Why Choose Us for Doorbell battery change in Exeter?
Doorbell chiming clearly again
Fresh battery fitted properly
Tested and working before I leave
Quick job - usually under 30 minutes
What to Expect
Step 1: Diagnosis
I'll check both the button and chime unit to see what's actually wrong. Sometimes it's not the battery at all.
Step 2: Replace Batteries
Fresh batteries go in both units. If they need re-pairing (depends on the model), I'll do that too.
Step 3: Test Properly
Press it several times from different positions to make sure it's working reliably. Check the volume's loud enough too.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to do it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Replacement batteries (check what type first)
- Small screwdriver (usually phillips)
- Step stool (if chime is mounted high)
Changing the button battery
- Usually a small screw on the back or side
- Some just pop off the mounting plate
- Note which way round the battery goes
- Replace and test before screwing back together
Changing the chime unit battery
- Usually slides off the wall mount or has a battery door
- Most take AA or AAA batteries
- Some take 9V or button cells
- Check polarity markings inside
If it still doesn't work after battery change
- Try re-pairing the units (check manual for your model)
- Make sure button is within range (usually 30-50m)
- Check battery contacts aren't corroded
- Button might have failed (they do eventually)
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not changing both batteries (button AND chime)
- Putting batteries in backwards
- Losing the tiny screws
- Not re-pairing the units after battery change
💡 Pro trick: Write the battery change date inside the battery compartment. Helps you know when they're due again.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔔 Multiple doorbells? If you've got front and back, or one for the annexe, I'll sort them all while I'm there.
Unusual batteries? If your doorbell needs a weird battery type, let me know the model when you book. I can pick it up on the way.
Old doorbell not working well? Modern wireless doorbells are much better and pretty cheap. If yours is ancient and unreliable, might be worth replacing the whole thing rather than keeping it limping along.
Wired doorbell? That's electrical work (transformer, wiring, etc). I can do it, but it's a different job to a battery change. I'll give you a proper quote if that's what you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of doorbell batteries do you carry?
I carry the common ones - AA, AAA, CR2032, and 9V. For unusual batteries, if you let me know the model when you book, I can pick up the right one on the way.
Can you change the battery in the push button too?
Yes - wireless doorbells usually have batteries in both the button and the chime unit. I'll check and change both if needed.
What if changing the battery doesn't fix it?
Sometimes it's the range or the button itself that's failed. I'll test it properly and let you know what's actually wrong. Might just need re-pairing or repositioning.
Do you work on wired doorbells too?
Yes, but that's electrical work rather than just a battery change. I can sort it, but the price would be different as it's a proper electrical job.
How long do doorbell batteries last?
Usually 1-2 years depending on how often it's used. The button battery typically lasts longer than the chime unit because it only transmits a signal briefly each time.
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