Bridle hooks in Exeter
Professional bridle hooks services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Bridle hooks fitted in tack rooms and stables. Wall-mounted at the right height, properly spaced, securely fixed. Organized tack storage that actually works.
Stop Bridles Living in a Heap
Bridles dumped on the floor or piled on one hook get tangled, damaged, and you waste time sorting them out. Proper hooks for each one - organized, aired, ready to use.
💡 Pro tip: Mount bridle hooks where there's good airflow. Damp tack hung in a corner goes mouldy - near a door or window is much better.
What Makes Good Bridle Storage?
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| One hook per bridle, properly spaced | All bridles crammed on one hook |
| Mounted at comfortable height | Too high (can't reach) or too low (stooping) |
| Securely fixed to solid wall | Screwed into plasterboard, pulls out |
| Good airflow around hung tack | Damp corner, tack goes mouldy |
What You Get
🔧 Professional Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Work out spacing, height, number of hooks |
| Fix | Securely mounted with proper wall fixings |
| Check | Level, solid, right height for access |
📦 You're Left With
- Tack organized and accessible
- Each bridle has its own hook
- Properly aired storage
- Tidy tack room
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 4-6 hooks fitted | 1 hr | £60 |
| 8-10 hooks fitted | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Multiple rows or full wall | 1.5+ hrs | £85+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Hooks additional if needed.
Perfect For Your Equestrian Property If...
✅ Bridles tangled - all piled together
✅ New tack room - setting up properly from start
✅ Multiple horses - need organized system
✅ Damp tack - current storage no good for airing
Why Choose Us for Bridle hooks in Exeter?
Mounted at right height for access
Proper spacing between hooks
Securely fixed to take weight
Keeps tack organized and aired
What to Expect
Step 1: Plan Layout
I'll check your wall, work out how many hooks you need, and plan spacing and height that works for you.
Step 2: Mark & Fix
Mark positions level, use proper wall fixings for your wall type, mount hooks securely.
Step 3: Test
Load a bridle on each hook, make sure they're solid and at a comfortable height.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own bridle hooks? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Spirit level
- Pencil and tape measure
- Wall plugs and screws (or appropriate fixings)
- Bridle hooks (brass or galvanised)
📏 Planning positions
- Height: 1.6-1.8m from floor (adjust for your height)
- Spacing: 30cm between hooks
- Row: Keep them in a straight level line
- Position: Where there's good airflow
🪛 Fitting securely
- Mark first hook position
- Use spirit level to mark rest of row
- Check wall type (block/brick/timber)
- Drill appropriate size holes
- Fit wall plugs if needed (block/brick)
- Fix hooks with washers
- Test each one - give it a tug
Materials:
- Brass hooks: Traditional, look good, don't rust
- Galvanised steel: Cheaper, very strong
- Plastic-coated: Gentler on leather but less durable
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not using a level (wonky line of hooks)
- Too close together (bridles tangle)
- Plasterboard without finding studs (pulls out)
- Too high or too low (uncomfortable to use)
- Indoor screws that rust in damp tack rooms
💡 Pro trick: If you're fitting multiple rows, use the floor and ceiling as reference points - measure up from the floor for the bottom row rather than trying to keep level across a long distance. Floors are usually more level than you think.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🐴 Label them - Put a small label above each hook with the horse's name. Sounds obvious but saves time when you're in a rush. Also helps anyone else who uses your tack room.
Headcollars too - Fit a row of smaller hooks lower down for headcollars. Keeps them separate from bridles and within easy reach.
Number to fit - Minimum: one per horse. Ideal: one per horse plus 30% extra for spare tack, bitless bridles, show tack, etc.
Full tack room setup - If you're organizing the whole room, consider doing hooks, saddle racks, rug racks, and any other storage in one visit. More efficient use of time.
Maintenance - Check fixings annually, especially if your tack room gets damp. Screws can rust and loosen over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bridle hooks do I need?
One per horse minimum, plus a few spares for headcollars and spare tack. If you've got three horses, fit 5-6 hooks. Better to have too many than bridles piled on one hook.
What height should bridle hooks be mounted?
About 1.6-1.8m - high enough you're not stooping to hang bridles, low enough you can reach easily. I'll adjust for your height when fitting.
Can you fit bridle hooks to my tack room wall?
Yes - block, brick, timber frame, all work. I use fixings appropriate for your wall type. Needs to be solid enough to take the weight of tack without pulling out.
What spacing between hooks works best?
About 30cm apart gives room for each bridle without them tangling together. Closer than that and you're constantly fighting to get one bridle off without disturbing others.
Can you fit saddle racks at the same time?
Absolutely - if you're organizing the tack room, makes sense to do it all in one visit. Bridle hooks, saddle racks, rug racks, whatever you need.
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