Video call setup in Exeter
Professional video call setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Video calling app set up on your tablet, phone or computer - Zoom, WhatsApp, FaceTime, whatever you need. Account created, contacts added, and a test call done so you know it works.
Stay Connected With Family
Grandkids moved away? Kids abroad? Friends you can't visit easily? Video calling makes staying in touch so much easier - but only if you can actually get the bloody thing working.
💡 Pro tip: Once it's set up properly, video calling is dead simple. It's just that initial setup that's fiddly - accounts, permissions, contacts, settings.
Why Get Help With This?
| ✅ Set Up Properly | ❌ DIY Confusion |
|---|---|
| App installed correctly first time | Downloaded wrong version |
| Account created with secure password | Stuck at verification step |
| Contacts imported and tested | Can't figure out how to add people |
| Camera and mic working | Can see them, they can't hear you |
Video calling apps love throwing up permission requests, verification steps, and settings. Miss one and nothing works properly.
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Install | Download app, create account, verify everything |
| Configure | Set up profile, add contacts, test camera/mic |
| Test Call | Ring someone to make sure it all works |
📦 You're Left With
- Working video calling app
- Main contacts ready to call
- Written guide with screenshots
- Confidence to actually use it
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single app setup | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Multiple apps | 45-60 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Most single app setups done well within the hour.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Keeping in touch with family - kids, grandkids, friends abroad
✅ Elderly relative needs help - set it up for parents or grandparents
✅ Work from home - need Zoom or Teams working properly
✅ Just bought new device - tablet or laptop that needs configuring
Why Choose Us for Video call setup in Exeter?
App installed and account created
Your key contacts added
Test call done so you know it works
Written instructions left behind
What to Expect
Step 1: Install The App
Download the right app for who you're calling. Create account, verify email, set up profile picture if you want.
Step 2: Add Contacts
Import contacts from your phone or add them manually. Set up shortcuts for your most-called people.
Step 3: Test It Works
Make a test call to check camera angle, audio levels, and that everything connects properly. Adjust settings if needed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy setting it up yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Device with camera and microphone
- Email address for account
- WiFi connection
- Phone number for verification
📱 For WhatsApp video:
- Download WhatsApp from App Store or Google Play
- Verify with your phone number
- Allow camera and microphone permissions when asked
- Find contact, tap video camera icon to call
- That's it - dead simple once it's installed
💻 For Zoom:
- Download Zoom from zoom.us
- Sign up with email address
- Download the app (not just the plugin)
- To join a meeting, click the link someone sends you
- To host a meeting, schedule it in the app
📞 For FaceTime (Apple only):
- Already installed on iPhone/iPad/Mac
- Open Settings > FaceTime > turn it on
- Make sure your email/phone is listed
- Find contact, tap FaceTime video button
- Enable camera/mic permissions if asked
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Denying camera/mic permissions then wondering why it doesn't work
- Using front camera when you meant to use back camera (or vice versa)
- Poor WiFi connection causing constant dropouts
- Volume turned down or muted without realising
💡 Pro trick: Do a test call to yourself or a patient friend first. Check the camera angle (nobody wants to see up your nose), test the audio, make sure lighting is decent. Much better than discovering issues mid-call with someone important.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Setting up for elderly relatives? I can configure it with big, simple buttons and add their key contacts to the home screen. One tap to call the kids or grandkids.
Multiple people in the house? Each person can have their own account, or share one - depends on the device and how you'll use it. I'll advise what makes sense.
Old houses with rubbish WiFi? Video calls need decent internet. If your WiFi is weak in the room where you want to call from, let me know - might need a WiFi extender or to move the router.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which video calling app is best?
Depends who you're calling. WhatsApp is easiest if everyone has it on their phone. Zoom is better for group calls with multiple people. FaceTime works great but only between Apple devices. I'll set up whichever makes sense for your situation.
Do I need special equipment?
Just a tablet, smartphone, or laptop with a camera. Most devices made in the last 5 years have everything built in. If your laptop's camera is rubbish, I can recommend a cheap USB webcam.
Will it work on my old iPad?
Probably. I'll check if your device supports the app versions you need. Some really old tablets can't run the latest apps, but there's usually a workaround.
Can you show my elderly parent how to use it?
Absolutely. I'll set it up so it's as simple as possible - one-tap to call their main contacts. I'll walk them through it slowly and leave clear written instructions with pictures.
What if something goes wrong after you leave?
I'll leave my number. Most issues are simple - wrong camera selected, microphone muted, WiFi dropped. I can usually talk you through a fix over the phone.
Video call setup Also Available In:
Get a Free Quote in Exeter
Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote for your video call setup job in Exeter.
01392 964094Request Online QuoteOur Rates
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!
Why Trust Us
Need Video call setup in Exeter?
Get a free quote for your video call setup job in Exeter today.