Commercial roller shutters in Harlow
We cover Harlow and the CM20 postcode district as part of Essex; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Hoddesdon, Bishop's Stortford and Waltham Abbey are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Harlow is roughly 16 miles west of Chelmsford.
Electric commercial shutters in Harlow can be key-switch, push-button or remote controlled, and linked to an alarm or access system where needed.
Business parks and trading estates in Harlow often have landlord rules on colour and box position, and we can work to a landlord's specification.
Which options suit you?
Ways to specify commercial roller shutters for Harlow:
- ControlsKey switch, push-button, remote, timer or access-control link.
- SafetySafety edge, photocells and emergency manual operation.
- CurtainSolid, insulated, perforated or with vision laths.
Guide prices for Harlow
| Commercial roller shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Unit entrance around 3,000 × 3,000 mm, electric | £1,695 – £3,195 | £2,035 – £3,835 |
| Insulated, around 3,000 × 3,000 mm, electric | £2,295 – £3,995 | £2,755 – £4,795 |
| Each extra shutter on the same site | £1,195 – £2,795 | £1,435 – £3,355 |
Guide prices, per shutter, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Harlow is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Harlow
As an English town, Harlow follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Fire strategy: If a shutter is on an escape route, it must fit the building's fire strategy and must not lock people in.
- Workplace safety: Powered doors in workplaces must be safe in use and properly maintained. We commission the safety devices and recommend a service interval.
- Planning: New external shutters can need planning permission, particularly on street-facing elevations.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What duty motor do I need?
It depends on how often the shutter opens. We ask about daily cycles at survey and size the motor and curtain so it is not overworked.
Can you quote for several sites?
Yes. Send us the addresses and opening sizes or photos and we will arrange surveys and a combined quotation.
How much do commercial roller shutters cost in Harlow?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Harlow confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Do I need permission for commercial roller shutters in Harlow?
New external shutters on street-facing elevations usually need planning permission; internal counter shutters usually do not. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.