USB socket car fitting in Exeter
Professional usb socket car fitting services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
USB charging socket fitted properly in your car. Charge phones, tablets, sat navs while driving. Professional installation, neat finish, works every time.
Stop Fumbling With Adapters
Modern cars still come with one or two 12V sockets designed for cigarette lighters that nobody uses anymore. What you actually need is USB charging for phones, tablets, dash cams, sat navs.
Cheap plug-in adapters rattle around, fall out on corners, and often charge slowly. They're ugly, they get lost, and they clutter your cabin.
I fit proper USB sockets - either quality plug-in units that stay put, or if you prefer, hardwired sockets in blank switch panels. Neat, professional, charges your devices fast.
💡 Pro tip: Look for USB sockets with both USB-A and USB-C ports - covers all your devices without needing different cables.
Why Proper USB Matters
Better than cheap adapters:
| ✅ Proper USB Socket | ❌ Cheap Adapter |
|---|---|
| Stays in place, doesn't rattle | Falls out, rolls around |
| Fast charging for modern devices | Slow, inefficient charging |
| Multiple devices at once | Usually just one port |
| Looks factory-fitted | Obviously added cheap tat |
What You Get
🔧 Professional Fitting
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Choose location | Lighter socket or hardwired option |
| Fit socket | Secure installation, not rattling |
| Test charging | Verify fast charging works |
| Tidy up | No loose wires or mess |
📦 You're Left With
- Working USB charging
- Neat, professional appearance
- Charge devices while driving
- No more hunting for adapters
Pricing Guide
| Work Required | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fit quality USB adapter in lighter socket | 30 mins | £60 |
| Hardwire USB socket into switch panel | 45 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Socket/adapter supplied at cost or use yours.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Always charging phone in car - make it easier
✅ Multiple devices to charge - kids tablets, your phone, sat nav
✅ Hate fiddly adapters - get proper installation
✅ Want factory look - neat and tidy fitting
Why Choose Us for USB socket car fitting in Exeter?
Charge phone while driving
Multiple devices at once
Neat professional fitting
Works when ignition on
What to Expect
Step 1: Discuss Options
Show you what's available - plug-in or hardwired. Dual port, quad port, USB-A, USB-C. Pick what suits your needs.
Step 2: Fit
If it's a plug-in socket, I fit it securely so it doesn't rattle or fall out. If hardwired, I wire it into your car's 12V system neatly.
Step 3: Test
Plug in your phone and check it charges fast. Make sure everything works as it should before I leave.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to fit your own car USB socket? Here's how:
🔧 For plug-in adapters
- Buy quality - cheap ones heat up and fail
- Look for ones that fit flush, not stick out far
- Check charging speed (2.4A minimum per port)
- Get dual-port if you charge multiple devices
- Aluminum body dissipates heat better than plastic
🔧 For hardwiring
- Only attempt if you're confident with car electrics
- Use inline fuse (crucial for safety)
- Connect to switched 12V (not permanent live)
- Route cables neatly, secure properly
- Test with multimeter before connecting devices
💡 Choosing the right socket
- USB-A: Standard rectangular port, older devices
- USB-C: Newer oval port, faster charging
- Dual socket: One of each covers everything
- QC 3.0 / PD: Fast charging protocols (check your phone supports)
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Buying cheapest adapter (they fail or charge slowly)
- Not checking amp rating (low amps = slow charging)
- Leaving devices plugged in when parked (can drain battery)
- Forcing wrong USB cable into socket
💡 Pro trick: Check your car manual - many modern cars have USB ports hidden away that you didn't know existed. Sometimes they're in the center armrest, glovebox, or back of center console. Might not need an adapter at all.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Long trips with kids? Fit a dual or quad USB socket so everyone can charge their tablets/phones at once. Quieter journey for you.
Dash cam fitted? Consider a second USB socket dedicated to it, so it doesn't compete with your phone charging.
Battery draining? Make sure whatever I fit uses switched 12V, not permanent live. Stops devices draining battery when parked overnight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you fit the USB socket?
Usually in the cigarette lighter socket, or I can wire one into a blank switch panel if your car has them. Depends what you want and what your car allows. Lighter socket is quickest and easiest - just plugs in.
How many devices can I charge at once?
Depends on the socket. Basic ones do one or two devices. Better dual-port sockets charge two phones fast. I fit whatever suits your needs - single, dual, or even units with multiple USB-A and USB-C ports.
Will it charge my iPhone and Android both?
Yes - USB is USB. Whether it's iPhone, Android, tablet, sat nav, whatever - if it charges via USB, it'll work. Modern sockets often have both USB-A (older standard) and USB-C (newer) ports.
Does it only work when the engine is running?
Most car 12V sockets are live only when ignition is on, so yes. This stops the socket draining your battery when parked. Some cars have always-live sockets - depends on your car.
What if my cigarette lighter socket doesn't work?
Then the lighter socket circuit has probably blown a fuse or there's a wiring fault. I can diagnose and fix that first, then fit the USB socket. Often it's just a blown fuse.
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