Coverage in and around Runcorn
Runcorn is part of our Cheshire coverage, and addresses in the WA7 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Cheshire.
Our coverage around Runcorn also includes Widnes, Halewood and Huyton.
For reference, Runcorn lies about 12 miles north-east of Chester.
Where a window in Runcorn has no power nearby, a solar shutter avoids running a cable; where there is a socket or spur, a wired motor is simpler.
Fitting on a high street in Runcorn is planned around trading hours, so disruption to the shop is kept to a minimum.
Rules that apply in Runcorn
Planning in Runcorn follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England. Shopfront shutters usually need planning permission; for houses it depends on the property, and listed buildings need listed building consent from the council, with Historic England involved for higher-grade buildings.
Electrical work for powered shutters is carried out to BS 7671, with notifiable work in homes (under Part P) self-certified by an electrician registered with a competent person scheme or notified to building control.
Fire shutters in workplaces and other non-domestic premises, including the common parts of blocks of flats, are maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, where the responsible person is responsible for keeping fire safety measures in working order. Fire shutters that form part of building work also need approval from building control (council or a registered building control approver).
How it works
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about shutters in Runcorn
Which roller shutters do you fit in Runcorn?
Window, door, patio and garage shutters for homes; shop, commercial, perforated, counter shutters and grilles; industrial, high-speed and fire-rated doors; plus repairs, servicing, motor replacement and conversions.
Do you cover Runcorn?
Yes. Runcorn and the WA7 postcode district are part of our coverage across Cheshire.
Do I need planning permission for shutters in Runcorn?
Shopfront shutters usually do. For houses it depends on the property; listed buildings need listed building consent and conservation areas often have tighter rules. Planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
Is the survey free in Runcorn?
Yes, for new installations. Repair and service visits are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking.