Soft close toilet seat fit in Teignmouth
Looking for professional soft close toilet seat fit help in Teignmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable small jobs services across Teignmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Teignmouth
Soft-close toilet seat fitted properly. Lowers gently instead of slamming down. Quick job, makes a real difference - especially if you've got kids or anyone using the bathroom at night.
### That BANG At 2am
You know that sound. Someone goes to the toilet in the middle of the night and **BANG** - the seat slams down and wakes up half the house.
Or the kids slam it constantly throughout the day and you just **know** one day someone's going to trap their fingers.
Soft-close seats fix all that. The lid and seat lower themselves gently - no slamming, no noise, no danger. Small thing, but you'll notice it every single day.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Get one with both the seat AND lid soft-closing. Some cheap ones only do the lid, and you still get the annoying seat slam.
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### Standard Seat vs Soft-Close
| ✅ Soft-Close Seat | ❌ Standard Seat | |-------------------|------------------| | Lowers gently and quietly | SLAM every time | | Safe for kids and elderly | Risk of trapped fingers | | Feels premium quality | Feels cheap and nasty | | Lasts for years | Often cracks or yellows |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Installation**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Remove** | Old seat removed (even if fixings are seized) | | **Clean** | Toilet bowl cleaned where seat was | | **Fit** | New soft-close seat fitted securely | | **Adjust** | Position adjusted so it sits perfectly | | **Test** | Tested to ensure smooth soft-close operation |
**📦 You're Left With** - Seat that lowers gently every time - No more slamming noise - Bathroom feels more premium - Old seat removed and disposed of
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### Pricing Guide
| Situation | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Standard toilet seat fit | 15-20 mins | **£60** | | Seat with seized fixings | 20-30 mins | **£60** | | Multiple toilets (2-3) | 30-45 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum callout. Seat cost extra if I'm supplying it (from £25).*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **Annoyed by slamming** - happens multiple times a day
✅ **Young kids** - safer with no slam risk
✅ **Elderly relatives** - gentler and easier to use
✅ **Just renovated** - finish the bathroom properly
Why Choose Us for Soft close toilet seat fit in Teignmouth?
Seat lowers gently instead of slamming
Quick installation, no fuss
Works with standard toilets
Much nicer to live with
What to Expect
### Step 1: Remove Old Seat Off with the old one. If the fixings are seized (common in older bathrooms), I've got the tools to sort it without damaging the toilet. ### Step 2: Clean Up Quick clean of the area where the old seat was. Amazing how grotty it gets under there. ### Step 3: Fit New Seat New soft-close seat bolted on securely. Positioned so it sits straight and the hinges work properly. ### Step 4: Test The Mechanism Lift the seat and lid - they should lower themselves slowly and gently. If the speed needs adjusting, I'll sort that.
Our Teignmouth Service Coverage
We cover Teignmouth 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 Teignmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🚽 **Weird-shaped toilet?** Some toilets (especially designer ones) need specific seats. Send me a photo and I can identify it before ordering. Saves time and wrong orders. **Multiple toilets?** Do them all at once - I'm already there with the tools. Second and third toilets are quicker than the first. **Raised seats needed?** For elderly or mobility issues, I can fit soft-close raised seats (adds 10cm height). Makes sitting down and standing up much easier. **Cheap vs quality?** Soft-close seats range from £20 to £100+. Mid-range ones (£40-60) are the sweet spot - good quality damping mechanism, nice finish, last for years. The really cheap ones often fail after a year or two.
Frequently Asked Questions about Soft close toilet seat fit in Teignmouth
Can you fit a soft-close seat to any toilet?
Pretty much - as long as it's a standard toilet, soft-close seats are available to fit. I measure the fixing holes and get the right one. Might need to order it if you've got an unusual shape, but standard toilets are fine.
Do I need to buy the seat first?
Either way works. If you've already bought one, I'll fit it. If not, I can advise which one will fit and pick one up. Soft-close seats start around £20-30 for basic ones, more for fancy designs.
How long do soft-close seats last?
The damping mechanism usually lasts 5+ years with normal use. The seat itself lasts even longer. Much better than cheap seats that crack or go yellow. Worth paying a bit more for quality.
Can you fit one for elderly relatives?
Absolutely - soft-close is actually ideal for elderly people because there's no risk of the seat slamming down on fingers. I can also fit raised seats or ones with armrests if that helps.
What if the old fixings are seized?
Happens all the time in older bathrooms. I've got the tools to sort it - worst case I cut the old bolts off and fit new ones. The toilet doesn't get damaged, just takes a few minutes longer.
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