Coverage in and around Bicester
Whether your property is in the centre of Bicester or on its edges, it is included in our Oxfordshire coverage.
Other towns nearby that we cover include Oxford, Banbury and Aylesbury.
For reference, Bicester lies about 11 miles north-east of Oxford.
Where a window in Bicester has no power nearby, a solar shutter avoids running a cable; where there is a socket or spur, a wired motor is simpler.
From a single unit to several shops, premises in Bicester can be quoted together with one consistent specification.
Planning and safety in Bicester
Planning in Bicester 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.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Questions about shutters in Bicester
Which roller shutters do you fit in Bicester?
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 Bicester?
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).
Do you cover Bicester?
Yes. Bicester and the OX26 postcode district are part of our coverage across Oxfordshire.
Is the survey free in Bicester?
Yes, for new installations. Repair and service visits are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking.