Shower door adjustment in Exeter
Professional shower door adjustment services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Shower door adjusted so it closes and seals properly. No more water escaping onto bathroom floor. Hinges realigned, seals replaced if needed, everything tested working.
That Annoying Puddle After Every Shower
You finish showering and there's water all over the bathroom floor. Again. The door doesn't quite close flush. Or it closes but water still escapes. You've been living with it, mopping up each time.
Meanwhile the water is slowly damaging your flooring, possibly rotting the bath panel, maybe dripping into the room below.
💡 Pro tip: Shower doors leak for 3 main reasons - hinges sagged, seal perished, or door warped. First two are easily fixable. Third means replacement. I'll diagnose which it is.
Common Shower Door Problems
| Issue | Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Door won't close flush | Hinges sagged | Adjust or replace hinges |
| Water escapes at bottom | Seal worn/missing | Replace bottom seal |
| Water at side | Vertical seal failed | Replace side seals |
| Door hard to close | Alignment off or limescale | Adjust hinges, clean tracks |
| Door falls open | Magnetic catch weak | Replace magnetic strip |
What You Get
🔧 Diagnosis & Fix
- Check what's actually wrong
- Adjust hinges if needed
- Replace seals if perished
- Clean and lubricate if stiff
📦 Common Parts
- Bottom shower door seals
- Vertical edge seals
- Magnetic sealing strips
- Hinge adjustment (or replacement if needed)
✅ Watertight Door
- Closes flush and stays closed
- Seals all the way round
- No water escaping
- Clean bathroom floor
Types of Shower Doors
Each adjusts differently:
| Door Type | Common Issue | Fix Method |
|---|---|---|
| Hinged | Sagged, doesn't close | Adjust hinges up/out |
| Sliding | Won't slide smoothly | Clean tracks, adjust rollers |
| Bi-fold | Catches or sticks | Adjust pivots, lubricate |
| Pivot | Swings too freely | Tighten pivot mechanism |
Pricing
| Job | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustment only | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Adjustment + seal replacement | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Multiple adjustments + cleaning | 30-45 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum callout. Seals usually £5-15 depending on type. Standard seals included in price, unusual ones may cost extra.
When to Call
✅ Water on floor after showering - door not sealing
✅ Door won't close properly - hinges sagged
✅ Hard to open/close - needs cleaning or adjustment
✅ Magnetic seal weak - doesn't hold closed
Why Choose Us for Shower door adjustment in Exeter?
Door closes and seals properly
No more water escaping
Hinges adjusted correctly
Clean bathroom floor
What to Expect
Step 1: Diagnosis
Check door operation, look at seals, test closing action, figure out what's wrong.
Step 2: Adjust & Fix
Realign hinges, replace worn seals, clean tracks if needed, adjust mechanism to close properly.
Step 3: Test & Seal
Run shower, check water stays inside, verify door closes flush, make any final adjustments.
🔧 DIY Tips
Some shower door issues are DIY-able if you're handy:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Allen keys (for hinge adjustment)
- Screwdriver (for some types)
- Cloth and limescale remover
- Replacement seal (if needed)
- Silicone sealant (sometimes)
🔨 Hinge adjustment (hinged doors)
- Identify hinge type - most have adjustment screws
- Loosen slightly - don't remove completely
- Lift door - push up/out to realign
- Tighten while holding - maintain position
- Test - close door, check if flush
- Repeat if needed - small adjustments
🔨 Seal replacement (bottom seal)
- Remove old seal - pulls out of track
- Clean track - remove limescale, old silicone
- Measure - length needed
- Cut new seal - straight cut, sharp knife
- Push into track - firm press along length
- Test - run water, check it seals
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Over-tightening hinges (cracks glass or frame)
- Wrong seal type (won't fit track)
- Not cleaning track before new seal (won't stick properly)
- Adjusting one hinge but not the other (makes it worse)
💡 Pro trick: If magnetic seal won't hold closed, clean both surfaces with white vinegar to remove limescale. Sometimes that's all it needs - limescale stops magnet working.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Old enclosures: If your shower enclosure is 10+ years old and a discontinued model, finding exact replacement parts can be hard. Universal seals usually work, but hinges might need creative solutions or full door replacement.
Persistent leaks: If adjustment and new seals don't fix it, the door might be warped (cheap enclosures do this) or the glass has moved in the frame. Both mean replacement, not adjustment.
Limescale buildup: Regular cleaning prevents problems. Limescale builds up in tracks, on seals, and on magnetic strips. Stops things working smoothly and sealing properly. Monthly clean with limescale remover prevents most issues.
While I'm there: Other bathroom jobs needing attention? Toilet seat loose, tap dripping, tiles need re-grouting? I'll do them for the same callout - makes sense to sort everything at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my shower door letting water out?
Usually it's sagged over time so doesn't close flush anymore. Or the seal has perished. Or the hinges need adjusting. Sometimes it's just limescale buildup stopping the magnetic seal from working. Most are fixable without replacing the whole door.
Can you adjust any type of shower door?
Most types yes - hinged doors, sliding doors, bi-fold doors, pivot doors. Each has different adjustment methods. Some easier than others. I'll assess what you've got and whether it's adjustable or needs parts replacing.
What if it needs new seals or parts?
I carry common shower door seals. For specific parts (hinges, handles, runners), I can usually get them same-day from plumber's merchant if it's a standard enclosure. Obscure or discontinued models might need ordering.
Will adjusting it fix the leak permanently?
If the door just needs realigning, yes. If the seal is perished, I'll replace it. If the hinges are worn out or the door has warped, that's a bigger job. I'll tell you honestly what's possible and what isn't.
My shower door has been dripping for months - has it damaged anything?
Possibly - water escaping regularly can damage flooring, rot the bath panel, or seep into ceiling below. I'll check for obvious damage while I'm there. Worth fixing quickly before water causes bigger problems.
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