Wing mirror adjustment in Exeter
Professional wing mirror adjustment services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Wing mirrors adjusted to correct position for optimal visibility. Both sides set properly to minimize blind spots. Perfect view down each side of your car.
Are Your Wing Mirrors Actually Set Right?
Most people's wing mirrors are adjusted wrong. You shouldn't see your own car taking up half the mirror. That's wasted mirror space showing you something you already know - that your car is there.
Mirrors set correctly show you the lane next to you, not the side of your car. Properly adjusted mirrors eliminate most blind spots and make lane changes, parking, and reversing massively easier and safer.
I adjust both mirrors to the correct position for your driving position. Takes longer than you'd think to get them exactly right, but makes a huge difference to visibility.
💡 Pro tip: You should see just a sliver of your car's edge in the wing mirror - not the whole door. The rest of the mirror should show the road beside you.
Why Proper Adjustment Matters
Badly set mirrors are dangerous:
| ✅ Adjusted Right | ❌ Adjusted Wrong |
|---|---|
| See full lane next to you | Half mirror shows your own car |
| Minimal blind spots | Huge blind spots |
| Easy lane changes | Dangerous overtaking |
| Confident reversing | Guessing what's beside you |
What You Get
🔧 Professional Adjustment
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check position | See how you currently have them |
| Adjust correctly | Set both mirrors to optimal position |
| Test | Verify visibility, check blind spots |
| Explain | Show you what to look for |
📦 You're Left With
- Perfect visibility both sides
- Minimal blind spots
- Easier lane changes
- Safer driving
Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Adjust both wing mirrors | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour).
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Never set them properly - get it done right
✅ After mirror repairs - reset to correct position
✅ Shared car, different drivers - adjust for you
✅ Large blind spots - minimize them
Why Choose Us for Wing mirror adjustment in Exeter?
Perfect visibility both sides
Mirrors set to correct position
Eliminate blind spots
Quick professional adjustment
What to Expect
Step 1: Check Current Setup
See how you currently have the mirrors. Most people have them angled too far inward - I'll show you the difference.
Step 2: Adjust Both Sides
Set each mirror to show minimal car edge, maximum road view. Get the angle exactly right for your seating position.
Step 3: Test & Explain
Check visibility in different scenarios - lane changes, reversing, parking. Show you what correct adjustment looks like.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to adjust your own wing mirrors correctly? Here's how:
🔧 The correct method
- Sit in normal driving position
- Adjust driver's mirror so you can JUST see the edge of your car (tiny sliver only)
- The rest of the mirror shows the road beside you
- Passenger mirror same - barely see car edge
- Test by checking blind spots with head checks
💡 Checking it's right
- Watch a car overtake you in your rearview
- As it leaves your rearview, it should appear in your wing mirror
- As it leaves your wing mirror, you should be able to see it with quick head check
- If there's a gap where you can't see the car in any mirror, your blind spot is too big
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Angling mirrors too far inward (showing too much of your own car)
- Setting mirrors when parked (should set while sitting in driving position)
- Only adjusting one mirror
- Setting mirrors for someone else's seating position
- Relying only on mirrors without head checks
💡 Pro trick: To really minimize blind spots, adjust mirrors so when a car leaves your rearview mirror, it immediately appears in your wing mirror with no gap. This takes practice but almost eliminates blind spots. You still need head checks for motorcycles though.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Share your car with someone else? Readjust mirrors every time you drive if your seating position is different. Electric mirrors with memory settings make this automatic.
Electric adjustment not working? Might just be a fuse or loose connection. I can check whether it's a simple fix or if you need new motors.
Folding mirrors stuck? Often just needs lubrication or the mechanism freeing off. Not always a replacement job.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do wing mirrors need adjusting?
After someone else drives your car, after wing mirror repairs, if the electric adjustment isn't working properly, or if you've never set them correctly in the first place. Most people have mirrors adjusted wrong - you shouldn't see the side of your own car in them.
What's the correct way to adjust wing mirrors?
You should barely see the edge of your car in the mirror - just a sliver. The mirror should show the lane next to you, not your own car. Loads of people have them angled inwards showing mostly their own car - that creates massive blind spots.
Can you fix electric mirrors that won't adjust?
Often yes - sometimes it's just the switch, or a disconnected motor. I can diagnose whether it's fixable or if you need new mirror glass/motor. If the adjustment still works manually but not electrically, it might be a simple fix.
Do both mirrors need adjusting together?
Yes - they work as a pair. Setting one without the other means you've still got uneven visibility. I adjust both to give you proper coverage on both sides with minimal blind spots.
How long does mirror adjustment take?
About 15-20 minutes. Seems simple but getting them exactly right takes longer than you'd think - adjust, test, readjust. Worth doing properly for safe driving.
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