Aluminium shutters for properties in Cambridge
We survey and install across Cambridgeshire, and Cambridge is one of the cities covered. Neighbouring towns we cover include Newmarket (13 miles away), Ely and Huntingdon.
For reference, Cambridge lies about 30 miles south-east of Peterborough.
If you are unsure whether aluminium or steel suits your opening in Cambridge, the survey compares both for the size, use and budget.
Because aluminium curtains are lighter, the motor and box can be smaller, which keeps shutters on houses in Cambridge discreet.
What can you choose in Cambridge?
Ways to specify aluminium roller shutters for Cambridge:
- FinishStandard colours, woodgrain foils or any RAL colour.
- Roll-formedFoam-filled double-skin laths for homes and garage doors.
- ExtrudedStiffer double-wall aluminium laths for strength and a premium finish.
Guide prices for aluminium roller shutters in Cambridge
| Aluminium roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium house window shutter, electric | £695 – £995 | £580 – £830 |
| Aluminium shopfront shutter, around 3,000 × 2,700 mm, electric | £2,155 – £3,835 | £1,795 – £3,195 |
| Extruded aluminium shopfront shutter | £2,755 – £4,795 | £2,295 – £3,995 |
Guide prices, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Cambridge; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Cambridge
In Cambridge, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Choosing a profile: Roll-formed laths suit most homes; extruded laths suit vulnerable openings and commercial frontages.
From survey to fitting
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Aluminium roller shutters in Cambridge: questions
Do aluminium shutters fade?
Quality powder-coated and foiled finishes hold their colour well; darker colours in full sun can fade slowly over many years.
Are aluminium shutters strong enough for a shop?
Extruded aluminium shutters are very robust and suit many shops; very wide or high-risk openings may still be better in steel.
How much do aluminium roller shutters cost in Cambridge?
The guide prices above apply in Cambridge. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Is the survey free in Cambridge?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Cambridge are free. Repair and service visits are charged.