Counter & servery shutters in Colchester
Colchester is part of our Essex coverage, and addresses in the CO1 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Essex. Other towns nearby that we cover include Sudbury, Clacton-on-Sea and Witham.
For reference, Colchester lies about 21 miles north-east of Chelmsford.
Electric commercial shutters in Colchester 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 Colchester 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 counter & servery shutters for Colchester:
- Fire ratingFire-rated counter shutters for hatches in fire-resisting walls.
- LockingBottom-rail lock or motor lock.
- FinishAnodised aluminium, stainless steel or a powder-coated colour.
Guide prices for counter & servery shutters in Colchester
| Counter & servery shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Servery up to 2,000 × 1,000 mm, manual | £695 – £1,195 | £835 – £1,435 |
| Servery up to 3,000 × 1,200 mm, electric | £1,195 – £1,995 | £1,435 – £2,395 |
| Fire-rated counter shutter | £1,495 – £2,995 | £1,795 – £3,595 |
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 Colchester is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Colchester
Colchester is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Fire separation: If the hatch breaks a fire-resisting wall, the shutter must be a tested fire-rated product installed to the manufacturer's instructions; a standard counter shutter will not do.
- Approvals: Where a fire-rated counter shutter is part of building work, such as a new hatch in a fire-resisting wall, building control approval is needed, from the council or a registered building control approver.
- Hygiene: In food areas, choose finishes that are easy to clean and keep the bottom rail clear of food prep.
What happens next
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Questions about counter & servery shutters in Colchester
Do I need a fire-rated counter shutter?
If the hatch is in a wall that is meant to resist fire, such as a kitchen wall onto a corridor, yes. Your fire risk assessment or building drawings will usually say.
What finish is best for kitchens?
Stainless steel or anodised aluminium are easy to wipe down and resist corrosion.
Do I need permission for counter & servery shutters in Colchester?
Possibly. New external shutters on street-facing elevations usually need planning permission; internal counter shutters usually do not. We recommend checking with your local council first.
Do you cover Colchester?
Yes. Colchester and the CO1 postcode district are part of our coverage across Essex.