Fitting aluminium roller shutters in Grays
We survey and install across Essex, and Grays is one of the towns covered. South Ockendon, Gravesend and Dartford are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Grays is roughly 19 miles south of Chelmsford.
Colours for aluminium shutters in Grays can match window frames or a shopfront scheme, with RAL colours available on most products.
Because aluminium curtains are lighter, the motor and box can be smaller, which keeps shutters on houses in Grays discreet.
Specifying aluminium roller shutters for Grays
Ways to specify aluminium roller shutters for Grays:
- Roll-formedFoam-filled double-skin laths for homes and garage doors.
- FinishStandard colours, woodgrain foils or any RAL colour.
- ExtrudedStiffer double-wall aluminium laths for strength and a premium finish.
Prices for aluminium roller shutters in Grays
| 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 Grays; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
What to check in Grays before ordering
As an English town, Grays follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Choosing a profile: Roll-formed laths suit most homes; extruded laths suit vulnerable openings and commercial frontages.
What happens next
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about aluminium roller shutters in Grays
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.
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.
Do I need permission for aluminium roller shutters in Grays?
Possibly. New external shutters on shopfronts usually need planning permission; for houses it depends on the property, and listed buildings need consent. We recommend checking with your local council first.
Is the survey free in Grays?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Grays are free. Repair and service visits are charged.