Child seat install in Exeter
Professional child seat install services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
30-60 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Child seat installed properly using ISOFIX or seatbelt, adjusted for your child's age and size. I'll verify compatibility with your car and show you how to use it correctly every day.
Get It Right From The Start
Bought a new child seat and staring at the instructions wondering if you've got it right? ISOFIX connections that look clicked in but aren't. Seatbelt routing that seems correct but leaves the seat loose. Harness straps adjusted for a child twice the size.
💡 Pro tip: Shops will sell you any seat that might fit your car. I only install seats that definitely fit your car safely. There's a difference.
Installation Method Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| ISOFIX fully engaged both sides, indicators green | ISOFIX partially clicked - looks fitted, moves in crash |
| Seatbelt locked, routed correctly, maximum tension | Seatbelt in wrong mode or loosely threaded |
| Top tether fitted and tight (when required) | Top tether ignored or barely tensioned |
| Recline angle appropriate for child's age | Recline adjusted for convenience not safety |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Compatibility Check | Verify seat approved for your specific vehicle |
| Installation | ISOFIX or seatbelt fitted correctly, tested for movement |
| Adjustment | Recline angle set, harness positioned for your child |
| Demonstration | Show you daily use - getting them in and out |
📦 You're Left With
- Child seat that moves less than 2.5cm in any direction
- Confidence you can use it correctly every day
- Written record of what seat is in which position
Pricing Guide
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single ISOFIX seat | 30-45 mins | £60-£85 |
| Seatbelt installation | 45-60 mins | £85-£60 |
| Multiple seats (2-3) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Includes compatibility check and instruction.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ New parents - first child seat, want professional installation
✅ New car - existing seat needs refitting in different vehicle
✅ Upgraded seat - moving from infant carrier to convertible or booster
✅ Peace of mind - you've fitted it but want confirmation it's right
Why Choose Us for Child seat install in Exeter?
Correct ISOFIX or seatbelt installation
Full compatibility check for your vehicle
Harness adjusted for your child's size
Clear instructions for daily use
What to Expect
Step 1: Compatibility Verification
I check your car's manual and the seat manufacturer's approved vehicle list. Some seats simply don't fit some cars properly, regardless of what the shop told you.
Step 2: Installation
ISOFIX gets clicked in fully on both sides with indicators showing green. Seatbelt gets routed correctly, locked in the right mode, and tensioned properly. Top tether fitted if your seat requires it. Everything tested for stability.
Step 3: Final Adjustment & Training
Recline angle set for your child's age. Harness height adjusted and chest clip positioned correctly. Then I show you how to get your child in and out without loosening the installation. You practice while I watch.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to install your own child seat? Here's the right way to do it:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Your car's manual (check for ISOFIX positions)
- Child seat manual (every seat is different)
- Your child (for harness fitting)
- Smartphone (to photograph correct installation)
🔒 ISOFIX installation steps
- Locate ISOFIX anchor points (usually marked with labels between seat cushions)
- Extend ISOFIX connectors on child seat
- Push firmly until both sides click - should hear/feel definite engagement
- Check indicators are green on both sides
- Fit top tether if seat requires it
- Pull seat firmly - should move less than 2.5cm
🔒 Seatbelt installation steps
- Read manual for correct belt path (through seat base or behind for different installations)
- Thread seatbelt through, engage buckle
- Put seatbelt into locking mode (check your car manual - usually pull all the way out)
- Push down hard on seat while pulling slack from belt
- Verify seat moves less than 2.5cm at belt path
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Assuming ISOFIX is clicked in when it's only partially engaged
- Not putting seatbelt into locking mode (it'll loosen over time)
- Using both ISOFIX and seatbelt (only use one unless manual specifies both)
- Wrong recline angle (babies need more recline, toddlers less)
💡 Pro trick: After installation, book a professional check. Costs £60 for peace of mind that you've got it spot on.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Multiple children? Let me know all the seats you need fitted. I'll advise on the safest positions for each child's age and where different seat types work best in your car.
Seat doesn't fit your car? I'll tell you before attempting installation. Some seats simply aren't compatible with some vehicles - it's not about forcing it to work, it's about your child's safety.
Grandparents' car too? If your child travels in multiple vehicles, consider having the seat checked in each one. Installation can be different depending on the car's specific features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's involved in a child seat installation?
I'll check your seat is compatible with your car, install it using either ISOFIX anchor points or seatbelt (whichever is appropriate), adjust the recline angle for your child's age, fit the harness to your child, and show you how to get them in and out safely every time.
Do I need ISOFIX for it to be safe?
No - seatbelt installations are just as safe when done correctly. ISOFIX is easier and reduces installation errors, but if your car doesn't have it (or the ISOFIX points are taken), a proper seatbelt installation is perfectly safe.
Can you fit any child seat in any car?
Not every seat fits every car. I'll check compatibility before we start - some seats don't fit certain vehicles, especially older cars. If yours isn't compatible, I'll advise on what will work.
Will you show me how to use it properly?
Absolutely. There's no point fitting it perfectly if you then loosen it getting your child in and out. I'll demonstrate the correct technique and watch you do it so you're confident.
How long does installation take?
Usually 30-45 minutes for a straightforward ISOFIX installation. Seatbelt installations or complex seats can take up to an hour. I'll check everything twice - this isn't a job to rush.
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