Light bulb change standard in Exeter
Professional light bulb change standard services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
5-10 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Standard light bulb changed - straightforward job when you just want it done. Often added to a list of other small jobs.
Sometimes You Just Want It Done
Could you change it yourself? Probably. But maybe you're busy, maybe you're not confident on ladders, maybe you just can't be bothered. All perfectly valid reasons.
💡 Pro tip: Most people don't call just for one bulb - they save up a list of small jobs (loose handle, squeaky door, three bulbs, adjust shelf) and get them all done in one visit.
Who Uses This Service
You'd be surprised how common it is.
| Situation | Why It Makes Sense |
|---|---|
| Elderly person | Safer than risking a fall |
| Busy professional | Time is money, £60 is nothing |
| Multiple bulbs | Might as well get them all done |
| Part of job list | Adding to other tasks anyway |
| Physical limitations | Ladders aren't for everyone |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Access | Small ladder if needed |
| Change | Old bulb out, new bulb in |
| Test | Make sure it works |
| Tidy | Ladder away, old bulb binned |
📦 You're Left With
- Working light bulb
- No ladder to put away
- Job ticked off the list
- More time for things you actually want to do
Pricing Guide
| Scenario | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single standard bulb | 5-10 mins | £60 |
| Multiple bulbs same visit | 15-30 mins | £60 |
| Bulbs + other small jobs | 30-60 mins | £60-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Makes sense to batch multiple tasks.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Can't be bothered - life's too short
✅ Mobility issues - ladders aren't safe for you
✅ Multiple bulbs - might as well do them all
✅ Part of job list - adding to other small tasks
Why Choose Us for Light bulb change standard in Exeter?
Bulb changed quickly and safely
No ladder hassle for you
Tested to make sure it works
Part of bigger job list if needed
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Change
I'll bring a small ladder if needed, change the bulb, takes just a few minutes.
Step 2: Test
Power on, make sure it works. If it doesn't, I'll check if it's the bulb or something else.
Step 3: Done
Ladder packed away, old bulb taken with rubbish. Simple as that.
🔧 DIY Tips
It's a standard bulb change - here's the basics:
🔧 What you need
- Small stepladder or step stool
- Replacement bulb (right fitting type)
- Maybe someone to hold the ladder
📐 Changing safely
- Turn off the light switch
- Wait for bulb to cool if it was just on
- Twist anticlockwise (bayonet) or unscrew (screw fitting)
- Fit new bulb - don't force it
- Turn on and test
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not waiting for hot bulb to cool
- Forcing a bulb that's slightly misaligned
- Using furniture instead of proper ladder
- Wrong bulb type for the fitting
- Overtightening and breaking the bulb
💡 Pro trick: If a bulb's been in for years, it might be stuck. Gentle back-and-forth rocking while unscrewing usually frees it. Don't force - you'll break it.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple jobs? That's the sensible approach. List everything that needs doing - bulbs, loose handles, wonky shelf, squeaky hinge. Get them all done in one visit.
LED upgrade? Standard halogen or incandescent bulbs cost money to run and need replacing often. Switch to LED while I'm there - they last 15-20 years and use a fraction of the electricity.
Not sure what bulb? Take a photo of the old one when it's out and send it to me. I'll tell you exactly what to buy, or I can bring the right one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would anyone pay for a standard bulb change?
Lots of reasons! Might be elderly or have mobility issues, short visit adding it to a list of other jobs, busy professional who'd rather pay than spend time doing it, or just someone who can't be bothered. It's a perfectly valid service - no judgment.
What counts as a standard bulb change?
Bulb you can reach from a small stepladder or step stool (so ceiling heights up to about 8 feet), nothing stuck or broken, normal bayonet or screw fitting. Basically if you could do it yourself easily if you wanted to, it's standard.
Do you supply the bulb or do I need one ready?
I can supply standard bulbs - bayonet and screw fittings, normal brightness LEDs. If you want something specific (dimmable, coloured, smart bulb), best to have it ready. I'll advise when you call.
Can you do multiple bulbs in one visit?
Absolutely - that's actually the most common request. Once I'm there, doing multiple bulbs in different rooms takes minutes. Much more efficient than separate visits.
Is this service really just for bulb changing?
Most people add bulb changes to a list of other small jobs - tighten that loose screw, adjust that door, change the bulb. Makes sense to batch them together. £60 minimum covers the first hour, so might as well get multiple things sorted.
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