Cupboard hinge replacement in Exeter
Professional cupboard hinge replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Worn or broken cupboard hinge replaced so the door hangs straight and closes properly. New hinge matched to your cabinets and fitted securely.
When Cupboard Doors Stop Working Properly
Door won't close, drops when you open it, or hinge visibly broken? Time for a new hinge.
Cupboard hinges don't last forever - especially if someone's leaned on the open door or if they're cheap ones to begin with. When they fail, the door doesn't sit right and won't close properly.
💡 Pro tip: Modern cabinet hinges have built-in soft-close dampers. If you're replacing hinges anyway, soft-close is worth the upgrade - doors close gently instead of slamming.
Why Replace Rather Than Adjust?
| ✅ New Hinge | ❌ Broken Hinge |
|---|---|
| Door works properly | Won't close/stay shut |
| Smooth operation | Catches or drops |
| Adjustable if needed later | Adjustment doesn't help |
| Lasts another 10+ years | Getting worse |
What's Included
🔧 The Service
- Remove broken hinge
- Match replacement (or fit hinge you supply)
- Drill new pilot holes if needed
- Fit new hinge securely
- Adjust so door closes properly
- Test operation
📦 You Get
- Cupboard door that works
- New hinge properly fitted
- Smooth closing
- Soft-close option if wanted
- Door aligned correctly
Pricing
| Number of Hinges | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single hinge | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| 2-3 hinges (same door or adjacent) | 25-35 mins | £60-£85 |
| Multiple doors | 40-60 mins | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Hinge supplied by you or me.
Perfect If...
✅ Broken hinge - visibly damaged or won't hold door
✅ Door dropped - hinge mechanism worn out
✅ Won't close - even with adjustment
✅ Upgrade to soft-close - replacing anyway, might as well
Why Choose Us for Cupboard hinge replacement in Exeter?
Broken hinge replaced properly
Door closes smoothly again
Soft-close option available
Matched to existing hinges
What to Expect
Step 1: Remove & Assess
Take broken hinge off, check what caused the failure, identify exact replacement needed.
Step 2: Fit New Hinge
Mount new hinge in existing holes if possible, or drill new mounting points if the old ones are damaged.
Step 3: Adjust & Test
Adjust the new hinge so door sits level and closes smoothly. Test it works properly before leaving.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to replace a hinge yourself? Here's what to know:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver (Phillips or Pozidriv - check existing screws)
- Drill with pilot bit (if drilling new holes)
- Replacement hinge (exact match to existing)
- Possibly a second person to hold door
🔍 Identifying your hinge
- Remove one hinge completely
- Look for brand name stamped on it (Blum, Häfele, Hettich are common)
- Measure the diameter of the cup (hole in door) - usually 35mm
- Note the type - overlay, inset, or half-overlay
- Take it to a kitchen supplier for exact match
🔨 Removal and fitting
- Support door - have someone hold it or wedge it
- Remove screws - usually 4 per hinge (2 on door, 2 on frame plate)
- Note position - take photo before removing
- Fit new hinge - start with frame plate, then hinge to door
- Don't fully tighten until you've checked alignment
- Adjust - modern hinges have 3-way adjustment screws
⚙️ Hinge types
- Overlay: Door overlaps the cabinet frame
- Inset: Door sits inside the frame
- Half-overlay: Two doors share a cabinet divider
- Soft-close: Has damper mechanism built in
- Opening angle: 95°, 110°, or 165° (full opening)
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Buying wrong hinge type (they're not interchangeable)
- Not supporting door weight while working
- Overtightening mounting screws (strips the wood)
- Forgetting there are adjustment screws after fitting
💡 Pro trick: Cabinet hinges are brand-specific. Blum fits Blum, Häfele fits Häfele. Generic "universal" hinges from DIY stores often don't work quite right. Get the exact match.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚪 Multiple hinges failing? If one's gone, the others might not be far behind (especially if they're all original). Consider replacing all the hinges on that run of cupboards - more economical than calling me back for each one individually.
Soft-close hinges cost a bit more but transform how your kitchen feels. Quiet, gentle closing instead of slamming.
Old cupboards (pre-1990s) might have concealed hinges that are hard to match. Sometimes means updating all hinges to a modern equivalent that fits the existing holes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy the replacement hinge first?
Helps if you can - match the brand/model if possible. But if you don't know what you need, I can identify it and either use one I carry or advise where to get the exact match. Cabinet hinges aren't universal, so exact match matters.
Can you replace just one broken hinge or do I need to do both?
Just the broken one is fine if you can get an exact match. But if the other hinge is old, it might fail soon anyway. Up to you - replacing both while I'm there costs barely any more time.
Can you upgrade to soft-close hinges?
Usually yes - modern soft-close hinges often fit the same mounting holes as standard hinges. If you're replacing hinges anyway, soft-close is worth considering. I'll check if they're compatible with your cupboards.
My hinge screws are stripped - can you still replace the hinge?
Yes - either use slightly larger screws, reposition the hinge to fresh wood, or fill the old holes and re-drill. One way or another, the new hinge will be secure.
The door dropped and bent the hinge - is it definitely the hinge that needs replacing?
Probably, but I'll check. Sometimes adjusting the hinges fixes drooping doors. But if the hinge is visibly bent or broken, or the mechanism is worn out, replacement is the right fix.
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