Letterbox draught excluder in Exeter

Professional letterbox draught excluder services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.

Price Guide

£60

Typical Duration

30 mins-1 hr

Location

Exeter, Devon

Letterbox draught excluder fitted to stop cold air blasting through. Brush seal lets post through but blocks draughts completely - warmer hallway instantly.

That Cold Blast Every Morning? Sorted.

Your letterbox is basically a permanent hole straight through your front door. No wonder your hallway is freezing. Every time the wind blows, it's like the door's open. Every time post arrives, cold air floods in.

💡 Pro tip: After draught-proofing the letterbox, customers always say "Why didn't I do this years ago?" It's one of those simple fixes that makes a huge difference for minimal cost.

Why Professional Fitting Matters

Letterbox excluders are simple, but there's still a right way and a bodge way.

✅ Done Right	❌ Done Wrong
Proper letterbox plate, neat fitting	Cheap stick-on flap that peels off
Post comes through easily	Postie has to force letters through
Brushes fill the gap completely	Gaps at sides letting draughts through
Mounted level and secure	Wonky, loose, falls off in 6 months

What You Get

🔧 The Full Service

Stage	What Happens
Measure	Check letterbox size, assess best fitting type
Fit	Mount excluder plate securely to door
Test	Check post goes through, no draughts

📦 Included

Quality brush seal letterbox plate
All fixings
Fitted in minutes, works forever

Pricing

Service	Time	Price
Letterbox excluder fitting	30 mins-1 hr	£60

£60 minimum includes supply and fitting. If I'm already at yours for other work, this is often a quick addition.

Perfect For Your Project If...

✅ Freezing hallway - most common cause is the letterbox

✅ Older front door - original doors usually have basic letterboxes with no seal

✅ Windy location - if you can feel the breeze from the letterbox, you need this

✅ High heating bills - seal every gap, including this one

Why Choose Us for Letterbox draught excluder in Exeter?

Stops the cold blast when post arrives

Warmer hallway immediately

Post still comes through easily

Fits internal or external side of door

What to Expect

Step 1: Measure Letterbox

Check the size and style of your existing letterbox to pick the right excluder plate. Some doors need special sizes.

Step 2: Fit Excluder Plate

Screw the brush seal plate to the inside of the door. Lines up with your existing letterbox opening. Takes minutes.

Step 3: Test Operation

Push some junk mail through to check the brushes part easily but seal back up completely. Check with my hand for any remaining draughts.

🔧 DIY Tips

This is actually a good DIY job if you're handy:

🔧 What you'll need

Letterbox excluder plate (buy one that matches your opening size)
Screwdriver (usually Phillips)
Drill and small drill bit
Pencil
Spirit level (optional but helpful)

📏 Choosing the right excluder

Measure your letterbox opening width and height
Buy a plate slightly larger so it overlaps the opening
Internal fitting is easier than external
Brush type is better than flap type (more effective seal)

🔧 Fitting steps

Hold plate in position over letterbox opening on inside of door
Mark screw hole positions with pencil
Pilot drill the holes (tiny bit, just for screw thread)
Screw plate firmly to door
Test with post - should push through easily

⚠️ Common DIY mistakes

Buying wrong size plate (measure first!)
Skipping the pilot holes (can split the door)
Not mounting level (looks wonky forever)
Cheap stick-on types (peel off within months)

💡 Pro trick: If your door is getting decorated soon, fit the excluder first so the decorator can paint around it neatly. Much better than trying to fit afterwards without getting paint on the brushes.

Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.

Good to Know

🚪 Combine with door draught proofing for the full treatment. Seal around the door edges AND the letterbox and your hallway will be noticeably warmer. I can do both in one visit.

UPVC or composite door? These sometimes have integrated excluders already, but they often fail or weren't fitted properly. I can assess if you need an upgrade or replacement.

Dog problems? Some dogs obsess over the letterbox. A excluder with stiff brushes helps - less tempting than a flappy opening. Won't stop a determined dog though!

External vs internal: Most people prefer internal fitting - neater, easier, works better. External is only needed if there's something on the inside preventing fitting (like a really close radiator or narrow hallway). I'll advise what's best when I see your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a letterbox excluder actually make much difference?

Oh yes. Letterboxes are basically a permanent hole through your front door. Every time the wind blows, cold air blasts straight into your hall. A good brush seal stops that completely. You'll notice the difference the first cold morning.

Does it stop post getting through?

Not at all - the brush bristles part easily when post is pushed through, but spring back to seal the gap. Your postie won't even notice it's there. Same with takeaway menus and all the junk mail you didn't ask for.

Can you fit it to my existing letterbox or do I need a new one?

Almost always to your existing one. I just fit a brush seal plate on the inside face of the door. Takes minutes and works perfectly. Only if your letterbox is completely knackered would you need a replacement.

Internal or external fitting - which is better?

Internal is easier and neater - you see a nice flat plate from inside, brush bristles hidden. External fitting is less common but sometimes needed if there's not enough clearance inside. I'll advise what works best for your door.

How long do letterbox excluders last?

Years. The brush bristles are tough and don't wear out from normal post. Maybe replace in 10+ years if you notice draughts coming back, but most last longer than the door itself.

Letterbox draught excluder Also Available In:

ExeterExmouth Crediton Tiverton Dawlish Teignmouth Newton Abbot Sidmouth Honiton Ottery St Mary

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Our Rates

Minimum charge£60

Includes callout + first hour

Additional time£50/hr

This Job£60

Got multiple jobs?

Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!

Why Trust Us

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Local Exeter Business

30 Mile Coverage

No Hidden Costs

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