Standing desk setup in Exeter
Professional standing desk setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£160
Typical Duration
1.5-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Standing desk assembled properly with electric mechanism tested and heights set correctly for you. Cable management included so your wires don't get pulled - a proper ergonomic workspace sorted.
Your Back Will Thank You
Sitting all day is knackering. Standing all day is also knackering. A proper sit-stand desk lets you switch position throughout the day - that's the whole point. But they're fiddly to build, easy to assemble wonky, and useless if the heights aren't set correctly for your body.
💡 Pro tip: Most people set standing desks too low. Your screen should be at eye level when standing, which feels weirdly high at first but saves your neck.
Why Professional Assembly Matters
These aren't like normal desks - there's motors, electronics, calibration. Here's what proper setup looks like:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Frame assembled square and level | Desk wobbles or leans |
| Motor calibrated through full range | Stops short or makes grinding noise |
| Heights set for your body | Random positions that don't work |
| Cable management moves with desk | Wires yanked out or trapped |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Assembly
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Build | Frame assembled square, desktop attached securely |
| Wire | Motors and controls connected, tested |
| Calibrate | Full range tested, memory positions set |
| Cable manage | Trays or loops fitted so wires move safely |
| Set heights | Programmed to your sitting and standing positions |
📦 You're Left With
- Desk that's level and stable
- Smooth operation through full range
- Correctly set sitting and standing heights
- Cables that move with the desk, not against it
Pricing Guide
| Desk Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic single-motor desk | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Standard dual-motor desk | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Large or complex frame | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Final quote depends on desk model and any extras like monitor arms.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ New home office - setting up workspace that won't wreck your back
✅ Bought online - desk arrived in massive box, instructions look terrifying
✅ Upgrading - replacing old desk with ergonomic setup
✅ Medical - physio recommended standing desk, need it set up properly
Why Choose Us for Standing desk setup in Exeter?
Desk assembled level and stable
Sitting and standing heights set correctly
Cable management so wires don't get trapped
Electric mechanism tested properly
What to Expect
Step 1: Assemble Frame
I build the base frame according to manufacturer specs, making sure everything's square and the motors are fitted correctly. Legs need to be parallel or the mechanism binds.
Step 2: Fit Desktop & Test
Desktop gets attached securely, then I test the full range of movement. Should be smooth and quiet - if it's grinding or struggling, something's misaligned.
Step 3: Set Heights & Cable Management
I set memory positions for your sitting and standing heights based on your body. Cable trays or loops go underneath so monitor and laptop cables move with the desk rather than getting caught.
🔧 DIY Tips
Confident with flatpack? Here's how to build it properly:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Allen keys (usually supplied)
- Spirit level
- Tape measure
- Power drill makes it faster
- Second person helps with desktop
📐 Assembly tips
- Lay everything out first - check all parts present
- Build frame upside down on carpet or cardboard
- Use spirit level to make sure legs are parallel
- Don't fully tighten until everything's square
- Flip upright before attaching desktop (it's heavy)
⚡ Electric mechanism
- Connect motors to controller exactly as diagram shows
- Run calibration cycle before first use (hold down button)
- Test full range with no load before adding computer
- Program memory positions once everything's working
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Legs not parallel causes binding and motor strain
- Forgetting to run initial calibration
- Cables not managed - they will get yanked
- Setting memory heights randomly instead of ergonomically
💡 Pro trick: Set sitting height first. Sit down, arms at sides, bend elbows 90°. Desk should be at that height for typing. Stand up and raise desk until screen is eye level - that's your standing height. Those two positions programmed into memory buttons 1 and 2.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🖥️ Monitor arm as well? If you're getting a monitor arm, worth doing both together. The arm attaches to the desk and needs to be set up at the same time as height calibration.
Multiple desks? Setting up home office for two people? Doing both together saves the call-out cost.
Old Exeter houses with uneven floors? I can level the desk with adjustable feet even if your floor slopes - common in period properties round here. The desk works best when it's actually level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's involved in standing desk setup?
It's assembling the frame, fitting the desktop, making sure the electric mechanism works smoothly through its full range, and setting the memory heights properly for sitting and standing. I also sort cable management so your monitor and laptop cables don't get yanked when you adjust height.
Can you set it at the right height for me?
Yes - that's part of the service. I'll set the sitting height so your elbows are 90° when typing, and standing height so the screen is at eye level without hunching. Most desks have memory buttons so you can switch between positions easily.
Do I need to supply the desk or can you recommend one?
Either way. If you've already bought one, I'll build it. If not, I can suggest what works well for your space and budget - there's massive variation in quality with standing desks. The £200 ones are genuinely different to the £800 ones.
What about cable management?
Essential on a standing desk - you don't want cables getting trapped or pulled out when you change height. I fit cable trays or loops under the desk so everything moves with it smoothly. Keeps your workspace tidy too.
How long does assembly take?
Simple single-motor desk is usually 1.5-2 hours. Larger desks or dual-motor frames take 2-3 hours because there's more to assemble and calibrate. I'll give you a time estimate when I know which desk you've got.
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