Cupboard catch replacement in Exeter
Professional cupboard catch replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
We're a general handyman service that turns its hand to things. We're not specialist installers.
Most of what people call out a handyman for is time and a decent pair of hands. That is what you are booking: a handyman for the hours you choose, working through your list.
£60 an hour including VAT, two hour minimum. How booking works
Bookable by the hour
- Repairs, adjustments and replacements on what is already there
- Fitting, hanging, mounting and assembling
- Small jobs batched into one visit
Take this to a specialist
- Work that needs a certificate or sign-off
- Structural work, and anything notifiable under building regulations
- Manufacturer-warranty installs that only an approved installer can carry out
Not sure which yours is? Describe the job and we will tell you
Cupboard catch replaced with a proper one that actually works. Door stays shut when you close it, job done.
That Cupboard Door That Won't Stay Shut
Kitchen cupboard creeping open all day? Drives you mental.
Magnetic catch has lost its magnetism, roller catch has worn out, or it was never fitted properly in the first place. Every time you walk past, you push the door shut. Five minutes later it's open again.
💡 Pro tip: Cheap magnetic catches last 2-3 years. Decent ones last 10+. Pay an extra quid for a better catch - it's worth it.
Why It's Worth Fixing
| ✅ Working Catch | ❌ Broken/Missing |
|---|---|
| Door stays shut | Opens every time you walk past |
| Looks tidy | Constantly annoying |
| Lasts years | Keeps failing |
| Takes 10 minutes to fix | You've lived with it for months |
What's Included
🔧 The Service
- Remove old broken catch
- Fit new catch in correct position
- Adjust if needed so door closes naturally
- Test it actually holds
- Tighten any loose hinges while I'm there
📦 You Get
- Cupboard door that stays shut
- New catch that works
- No more daily annoyance
- Catch supplied and fitted
Pricing
| Number of Catches | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single catch | 10-15 mins | £60 |
| 2-3 catches | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Multiple cupboards (4-6) | 30-45 mins | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple catches barely add time - bundle them.
Perfect If...
✅ Kitchen cupboards - doors won't stay shut
✅ Bathroom cabinet - magnetic catch failed
✅ Wardrobe - door keeps swinging open
✅ Multiple doors - several need doing while I'm there
Why Choose Us for Cupboard catch replacement in Exeter?
Door actually stays shut
Right type of catch fitted
No more wandering cupboard doors
Quick fix, big difference
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Check what type of catch you need and why the old one failed. Sometimes it's positioned wrong, not just broken.
Step 2: Fit
Remove old catch, fit new one in the right position. Adjust so the door closes easily and holds firmly.
Step 3: Test
Open and close several times to make sure it's holding properly. Check the door alignment while I'm at it.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to replace it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver (usually Phillips)
- New catch (magnetic, roller, or ball - match what you have)
- Pencil for marking
- Possibly a drill if mounting points don't line up
🔍 Types of catches
- Magnetic catch: Two parts - magnet plate on door frame, metal plate on door
- Roller catch: Spring-loaded roller that clicks into place
- Ball catch: Spring ball in door that catches in recess
- Push-to-open: Push to open, push to close (no handle needed)
📐 Fitting a new magnetic catch
- Remove old catch - usually 2 screws on frame, 1-2 on door
- Hold door shut naturally - mark where door meets frame
- Fit magnet part to frame at this point
- Close door and mark where magnet touches door
- Fit metal plate to door at this mark
- Test - adjust position if needed
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not aligning the two parts properly (won't catch)
- Positioning too far in (door has to be slammed)
- Using cheap catches that fail quickly
- Not checking if hinges are loose first (that might be the real problem)
💡 Pro trick: If the old screw holes are stripped, move the catch slightly up/down/sideways to use fresh wood. Or use longer screws. Or fill the holes with matchsticks and glue, then refit.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Got several cupboard doors playing up? Get them all done in one visit. You're already paying the £60 minimum, so adding 2-3 more catches only adds minutes.
Loose hinges? That's often why doors won't stay shut - they're drooping. I'll tighten hinges while fitting the catch.
Old cupboards with warped doors sometimes need catches positioned creatively to compensate for the wonky door. I can make it work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cupboard catches can you replace?
All of them - magnetic catches (most common), roller catches, ball catches, push-to-open mechanisms. I carry the common types and can match what you've got or suggest a better alternative if the old style keeps failing.
Do I need to buy the replacement catch first?
Not necessary - I carry standard catches. If you've got a specific match in mind (for uniformity with other cupboards), have it ready. But for most jobs, I'll use what I've got and it'll work fine.
Why do cupboard catches keep breaking?
Usually cheap magnetic catches that lose their magnetism, or catches fitted in the wrong position so the door has to be forced shut. I'll fit it properly positioned so the door closes naturally, which makes them last much longer.
Can you do this on old cupboards with awkward doors?
Yes - old cupboards with wonky doors actually need catches more than new ones. Sometimes need to position the catch to compensate for the door being slightly out of line. I can work with what you've got.
Will it work on soft-close cupboards?
Soft-close uses dampers in the hinges, not catches. If your soft-close isn't working, that's a hinge problem. But if you need a catch adding to stop the door swinging open, I can do that.
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