Roof light installation in Exeter
Professional roof light installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£210
Typical Duration
2-4 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas lights installed safely along your roofline with proper clips and hidden wiring. I handle the ladder work, secure fixing, and cable management - you just enjoy the festive glow.
The Full Festive Effect, Safely Done
Roof lights are the pinnacle of Christmas display - but they're also the most dangerous to DIY. Ladders on cold, wet December days? No thanks.
I'll install your lights properly using gutter clips, hide all the wiring, and make sure everything's weatherproof and secure. Your house gets the full festive effect, and you stay safely on the ground.
💡 Pro tip: Warm white LEDs look more classic and elegant. Multi-colour is fine, but warm white tends to look better on traditional Exeter properties.
Professional vs DIY
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Reality |
|---|---|
| Safe ladder work, fully insured | Wobbling on dodgy ladder in December |
| Proper gutter clips, no damage | Lights stapled, nailed, or tangled |
| Cables hidden and weatherproofed | Orange extension leads everywhere |
| Even spacing, professional finish | Random gaps and wonky sections |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Work out best route, clip positions, cable routing |
| Clipping | Gutter clips fitted along roofline, evenly spaced |
| Installation | Lights clipped in securely, tested as we go |
| Wiring | Cables hidden down downpipe or behind gutter |
📦 You're Left With
- Professional Christmas roof display
- Lights secure in wind and weather
- No visible wiring mess
- Ready to switch on every evening
Pricing Guide
| House Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small bungalow/terrace | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Semi-detached | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
| Detached house | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Complex rooflines, multiple levels, or difficult access adds time.
Perfect For...
✅ Safety concerns - not risking DIY ladder work in winter
✅ Professional finish - want that picture-perfect festive house
✅ Older properties - high roofs, steep pitches, awkward access
✅ Full Christmas display - roof lights plus garden setup done together
Why Choose Us for Roof light installation in Exeter?
Safely installed using proper ladder work
Clipped securely to guttering or fascia
Wiring hidden and weatherproofed
Optional removal service in January
What to Expect
Step 1: Route Planning
I assess your roofline, work out the best route for lights, and plan where cables will run.
Step 2: Clip & Install
Gutter clips fitted along the edge, lights clipped in securely, everything tested as I go.
Step 3: Wire & Weatherproof
Cables routed down to your outdoor socket, clipped discreetly, weatherproof connections made. All done.
🔧 DIY Tips
If you're determined to DIY your roof lights, do it SAFELY:
🔧 Essential kit
- Stable ladder (ideally two people)
- Gutter clips specific to your lights
- Outdoor extension cables (black)
- Cable clips for downpipe
- Someone to steady the ladder
🪜 Safety first
- NEVER work alone on ladders
- Three points of contact always
- Don't overreach - move the ladder
- Wait for dry, calm weather
- Seriously consider just hiring someone
💡 Light installation
- Measure your roofline and buy enough lights
- LED lights are lighter and safer than old-style bulbs
- Test lights on the ground BEFORE going up the ladder
- Clip spacing every 30-40cm keeps lights neat
- Work from one end to the other, don't jump around
🌧️ Weatherproofing
- All connections must be outdoor-rated
- Keep connections off the ground (use waterproof boxes)
- Route cables where water won't pool
- Check connections after first rain
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Using indoor lights outdoors (fire risk)
- Stapling or nailing through cables (shocking, literally)
- Connecting too many strings together (overload risk)
- Working alone on a ladder (accident waiting to happen)
- Putting ladder on soft ground (it sinks)
🎨 Pro trick: Start at the side nearest your outdoor socket, not the middle. You'll use less extension cable and can hide it better down the downpipe.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎄 Full display package? I can do roof lights, garden reindeer, pathway lights, and tree installation all in one visit. Book early December for best availability.
Takedown service: Most people book me back in early January to take everything down and pack it away properly. Much easier than facing it yourself in the cold.
Exeter's older roofs? Victorian and Edwardian houses often have decorative bargeboards and complex rooflines. I can work with these - the lights actually look brilliant on period properties when done properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you fix lights to the roof safely?
I use proper gutter clips or fascia hooks - they grip securely but don't damage your roofline. No nails, no screws. The lights clip into these, creating a neat line along your roof edge.
Do I need to buy the lights first?
Yes - you choose the style and length you want, and I'll install them. LED lights are best for roofs - they're lighter, use less power, and don't heat up.
Is it safe for you to work on my roof?
I've got proper ladders, roof ladder hooks if needed, and I'm insured for height work. Most roof lights just go along the gutter edge - I'm not climbing all over your tiles. But yes, it's safe and done properly.
Can you hide the cables to the outdoor socket?
Absolutely - I route the cable down the downpipe or behind the gutter where it's basically invisible. Extension cables are black and clipped neatly out of sight.
Will you take them down after Christmas?
That's a separate job but yes, most people book me for takedown in early January. Saves you getting the ladder out in cold, wet weather.
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