Parking permit holder fitting in Exeter
Professional parking permit holder fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Parking permit holder fitted to your windscreen. Proper position for visibility, strong adhesive that won't fail, clear view maintained.
Stop Parking Tickets, Keep Your View Clear
Need somewhere to display your parking permit that actually stays put? A properly fitted permit holder sits in the right spot - visible for wardens, doesn't block your vision, and won't fall off when the sun comes out.
💡 Pro tip: Traffic wardens check permits from outside the car. Your holder needs to be visible through the windscreen, not hidden under your sun visor where they can't see it. That's an instant ticket.
Why Position Matters
Stick it in the wrong place and you'll get tickets or block your view:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Low corner, visible but not obstructing | Middle of windscreen blocking view |
| Properly cleaned surface, strong bond | Stuck to dirty glass, falls off |
| Legal position, clearly visible | Hidden behind mirror or visor |
| Good quality adhesive | Cheap pads that fail in heat |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position check | Work out best spot for your vehicle |
| Clean surface | Properly clean glass for good adhesion |
| Fit securely | Apply holder with proper technique |
📦 You're Left With
- Permit clearly displayed
- Doesn't block your view
- Strong adhesive bond
- Easy permit swapping
Pricing Guide
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fit permit holder | 10-15 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum. Assumes you supply the holder - if you need adhesive pads supplying, small extra cost.
Perfect For Your Car If...
✅ New permit - council or workplace permit to display
✅ Old one fell off - refit with proper adhesive
✅ Replacement screen - fit holder to new glass
✅ Not sure where it goes - legal position advice
Why Choose Us for Parking permit holder fitting in Exeter?
Legal viewing position
Strong adhesive application
Won't block your vision
Easy permit changes
What to Expect
Step 1: Work Out Position
I'll check where it needs to go - visible from outside, doesn't block your view, meets legal requirements for your area.
Step 2: Clean the Glass
Proper clean with spirit cleaner - any dirt or grease stops adhesive bonding properly. Glass needs to be spotless.
Step 3: Apply Holder
Holder goes on firmly, positioned straight, adhesive properly compressed. Leave it alone for 10 minutes to bond.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting your own permit holder? Do it properly:
🔧 What you'll need
- Your permit holder (from council/workplace)
- Spirit cleaner or methylated spirits
- Clean lint-free cloth
- Adhesive pads (if not supplied with holder)
- Hairdryer (optional, for repositioning old ones)
📐 Fitting position
- Bottom corner of windscreen (driver's side usual)
- Low enough not to obstruct view
- Visible from outside for wardens
- Away from airbag deployment zones
- Not over inspection sticker or VIN plate
📐 Application
- Clean glass thoroughly with spirit cleaner
- Let glass dry completely
- Position holder without removing adhesive backing
- Mark position with tape if you want
- Remove backing, apply firmly, hold for 30 seconds
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not cleaning glass properly before sticking
- Positioning too high (blocks view)
- Touching adhesive before application
- Not pressing firmly enough for good bond
- Fitting in freezing weather (adhesive won't bond)
💡 Pro trick: Do it in mild weather if possible - adhesive bonds best between 10-25°C. If it's cold, warm the glass gently with a hairdryer first. And don't touch the adhesive side with your fingers - oils from skin stop it sticking properly.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Multiple permits? Some areas need you to display several permits at once. Get a holder that takes multiple permits or fit separate ones - just make sure they're all visible.
Removing old holders? Warm them gently with a hairdryer, peel slowly from one corner. Any adhesive residue comes off with spirit cleaner and a plastic scraper. Don't use metal - you'll scratch your screen.
Replacement windscreen? Ask your fitter if they can position the holder for you while the screen's out of the car - easier to fit and clean. Otherwise wait 24 hours after screen fitting before sticking anything on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should a parking permit holder go?
Bottom corner of the windscreen is usual - driver's side so you can see it's there, but low enough it doesn't block your view. It needs to be visible from outside for traffic wardens, but not in your line of sight when driving.
Will it damage my windscreen when I remove it?
Proper ones come off clean if you use a bit of heat (hairdryer works). Cheap ones from Amazon can leave sticky residue or even pull the screen coating off. I'll fit it with decent adhesive that holds but won't wreck your screen later.
Do I need to supply the holder?
Yes - your council or workplace usually provides the holder with your permit. If you need a generic one, I can advise where to get a decent quality one that won't fall off in summer heat.
Can you fit it to a replacement windscreen?
Yes, but check with your windscreen fitter first. Some new screens need 24 hours before sticking anything to them. The coating needs to cure properly or adhesives don't bond right.
My old one fell off - why?
Usually cheap adhesive failing in summer heat, or it was fitted to a dirty screen. Proper cleaning and decent adhesive pads stop that happening. If it keeps failing, might be the holder itself is rubbish quality.
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