Private road sign installation in Exeter
Professional private road sign installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
45-90 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Private road sign installed clearly and securely - mounted where approaching traffic can't miss it, weather-resistant fixings, liability protection established. Simple job, important outcome.
Protect Yourself Legally
A private road sign isn't just discouragement - it's legal protection. Establishes the road is private property, limits your liability if someone injures themselves, helps with insurance. Quick to install, worth having.
💡 Pro tip: Add "Private Road - No Public Right of Way" rather than just "Private" - clearer legal position if disputes arise.
Why Proper Installation Matters
Sign needs to be obvious and permanent - can't claim it was there if it fell off.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged |
|---|---|
| Clearly visible, can't be missed | Hidden, ambiguous |
| Securely mounted | Falls off, no protection |
| Weather-resistant | Faded, illegible |
| Professional appearance | Looks temporary |
What You Get
🔧 Quick Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position check | Best location for visibility confirmed |
| Mounting | Sign fixed securely with appropriate fixings |
| Final check | Tested for stability, visibility confirmed |
📦 Sign Installed
- Clearly visible to approaching traffic
- Securely mounted
- Weather-resistant
- Liability protection in place
Pricing
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple mounting (existing post/gate) | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| New post needed | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Sign and post charged separately if I'm supplying them.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ Private road or drive - need to establish private status
✅ Liability concerns - protect against trespasser claims
✅ Unwanted traffic - discourage public using private road
✅ Insurance requirement - insurer wants proof of signage
Why Choose Us for Private road sign installation in Exeter?
Mounted securely and level
Clearly visible to traffic
Weather-resistant fixings
Liability protection established
What to Expect
Step 1: Position Confirmation
I'll check you've positioned it where approaching traffic will see it clearly - entrance point where private road starts.
Step 2: Installation
Sign mounted securely to post, gate, or wall with appropriate fixings. Checked for level and stability.
Step 3: Done
Quick visibility check from approach direction, everything tightened, job complete. Takes longer to explain than to do.
🔧 DIY Tips
Installing a private road sign yourself is simple:
🔧 Tools needed
- Drill and bits (size for your fixings)
- Spirit level
- Screwdriver or drill driver
- Appropriate fixings for mounting surface
📐 Positioning
- Choose obvious entrance point
- Height should be clearly visible (usually eye level from vehicle)
- Not obstructed by vegetation
- Readable from approach direction
✂️ Installation
- Mark fixing positions with sign held in place
- Drill pilot holes
- Use stainless or galvanised fixings (won't rust)
- Check sign is level before fully tightening
- Test stability
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Positioned where vegetation hides it
- Too low (hard to see from vehicles)
- Wrong fixings (rust streaks or pulls out)
- Not level (looks unprofessional)
- Too close to highway (highways might remove it)
💡 Pro trick: Take photos of installed sign with date visible - documentary evidence it was properly displayed if legal questions arise later.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
⚠️ Legal effect: A sign alone doesn't create private road status - it just makes existing status clear. Check your legal position with deeds/solicitor if you're uncertain about road ownership.
Maintenance: Check annually, clean if dirty, replace if faded. Evidence of continuous signage matters legally - don't let it fall into disrepair.
Additional wording: Some people add "CCTV in operation", "Private parking enforcement", or specific access restrictions. Keep it clear and simple for best legal effect.
Multiple entrances: If your private road has several access points, sign them all - can't rely on people having seen one at a different entrance.
Highways position: Don't mount signs on highway land without permission - they can be removed. Keep to your own land or get proper approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why install a private road sign?
Legally establishes the road is private (limits your liability), deters unwanted traffic, helps with insurance claims if trespassers damage themselves. Simple sign, potentially important legally - worth doing properly.
Where should private road signs go?
Entrance to the private road where it meets public highway - needs to be obvious to anyone entering. If it's a long private road serving multiple properties, you might want signs at intervals. I'll advise on positioning when I see your setup.
Do I need permission to put up private road signs?
On your own private land, generally no. If mounting on highway verges or near junctions, you need highways authority permission. I can install them but you need to check permissions first - your responsibility.
Can you install signs on gates or posts?
Yes - existing gates, fence posts, walls, or dedicated sign posts. I'll use appropriate fixings for whatever you're mounting to. Signs on gates sometimes work loose with constant movement - I'll fix them properly.
What size sign do I need?
Big enough to be clearly visible to approaching vehicles - typically A3 or A2 size minimum. Larger for fast approaches or poor visibility. I can advise what suits your situation when I visit.
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