Coverage in and around Ashton-under-Lyne
Ashton-under-Lyne is part of our Greater Manchester coverage, and addresses in the OL7 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Greater Manchester.
Dukinfield, Stalybridge and Droylsden are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Ashton-under-Lyne sits some 6 miles to the east of Manchester.
Each window in Ashton-under-Lyne is measured to the real opening, including the lintel, render beads and cill, which is why the survey comes before any price is fixed.
Perforated and grille shutters let passers-by in Ashton-under-Lyne see the window display after hours, which many councils prefer on shopping streets.
Rules that apply in Ashton-under-Lyne
Planning in Ashton-under-Lyne 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
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.
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 Ashton-under-Lyne
How much do roller shutters cost in Ashton-under-Lyne?
Guide prices start from about £545 including VAT for an electric window shutter and from £1,495 plus VAT for a shopfront shutter. You get a fixed written price after survey.
Which roller shutters do you fit in Ashton-under-Lyne?
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 I need planning permission for shutters in Ashton-under-Lyne?
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 Ashton-under-Lyne?
Yes, for new installations. Repair and service visits are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking.