Cupboard catch replacement in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional cupboard catch replacement help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable small jobs services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Ottery St Mary
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.
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### 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 |
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### 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
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### 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.*
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### 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 Ottery St Mary?
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.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
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 about Cupboard catch replacement in Ottery St Mary
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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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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