Lampshade changing in Dawlish
Looking for professional lampshade changing help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable quick jobs services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Dawlish
Lampshade changed safely without you risking life and limb on a wobbly ladder. Especially useful for high ceilings, stairwells, or those awkward pendant fittings.
### Stop Balancing On Furniture
High ceiling. Wobbl ladder. Heavy lampshade. What could possibly go wrong?
Changing a lampshade sounds simple until you're stood on a dining chair stacked on a table, trying not to fall while unscrewing a fitting you can barely reach. There's a safer way.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** If your lampshade has yellowed or gone brittle, it's past its best. They don't last forever - fabric fades, plastic goes brittle in the heat from bulbs.
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### When It Makes Sense
| ✅ Call Me | ❌ DIY Territory | |-----------|-----------------| | High/vaulted ceilings | Standard height, easy access | | Stairwell lights | Simple table lamp shade | | Heavy or awkward fittings | Clip-on shade you can reach | | No proper ladder available | You've got the right kit |
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### What's Included
**🔧 The Service**
| What I Do | Why It Matters | |-----------|---------------| | **Safe setup** | Proper ladder, secure positioning | | **Remove old shade** | Careful - some fittings are fragile | | **Fit new shade** | Properly secured, not going to drop | | **Test it works** | Turn it on, check it looks right |
**📦 You Get**
- New shade fitted safely - No risk of falling - Old shade removed (and taken away if you want) - Job done in 10 minutes
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### Typical Pricing
| Job | Time Needed | You'll Pay | |-----|-------------|------------| | Single standard lampshade | 10 mins | **£60** | | High ceiling or awkward access | 15-20 mins | **£60** | | Multiple shades (same visit) | 30-45 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Much cheaper than A&E after falling off a chair.*
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### Get It Sorted If...
✅ **High ceilings** - not risking it yourself
✅ **Stairwell pendant** light - awkward to reach
✅ **Heavy shade** - needs two hands to fit
✅ **No proper ladder** - and you're not buying one for this
Why Choose Us for Lampshade changing in Dawlish?
Changed safely - no wobbly ladders
High ceilings no problem
Fitted properly and secure
Old shade removed carefully
What to Expect
### Step 1: Safe Access I'll set up the right ladder or platform for your ceiling height, properly secured. ### Step 2: Old Shade Off Carefully remove the old shade - some fittings are fiddly or fragile. ### Step 3: New Shade On Fit your new shade properly - secure on the fitting, hanging straight, not going to drop.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 💡 **Multiple rooms?** Get all your lampshades changed in one visit - much more efficient than me coming back multiple times. **Awkward fittings:** Some older ceiling roses or pendant fittings are non-standard. I can usually work it out, but if you know it's unusual, mention it when you book. **LED bulbs:** If you're fitting a new shade, good time to switch to LED bulbs if you haven't already. Much cooler, last for years, save money. I can fit those at the same time. **Chandelier with multiple shades:** These take longer as each shade needs individual fitting. Let me know when you book so I allow enough time.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lampshade changing in Dawlish
Why would I pay someone to change a lampshade?
High ceilings, awkward stairwell lights, heavy shades, or you just don't have a proper ladder. Much safer than balancing on furniture or using a dodgy stepladder. Quick job for me, safer for you.
Can you change any type of lampshade?
Yes - pendant shades, bayonet fittings, screw fittings, ceiling lights, chandeliers with multiple shades. Whatever you've got, I can sort it.
Do I need to provide the new shade?
Yes - you'll need to have bought the shade you want. Make sure it's compatible with your light fitting (bayonet or screw, and the right size lampshade carrier if needed).
What about really high ceilings?
No problem - I've got proper ladders and platforms. Much safer than you trying to balance on stacked furniture or a rickety ladder.
Can you dispose of the old shade?
Yes, I'll take it away if you don't want it. Some people keep the old one as a spare though.
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* Same rates for all locations in our service area
Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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