Fitting counter & servery shutters in Harwich
Harwich sits some 38 miles to the east of Chelmsford.
Schools, surgeries, canteens and community buildings in Harwich use counter and servery shutters to lock down a hatch or reception when it is closed.
For offices, units and service counters in Harwich, counter & servery shutters are chosen for how often they run, how they are controlled and who needs access.
We survey and install across Essex, and Harwich is one of the towns covered. Our coverage around Harwich also includes Felixstowe, Ipswich and Clacton-on-Sea.
What can you choose in Harwich?
The main choices for counter & servery shutters in Harwich:
- OperationManual with a spring balance, or electric with a key switch.
- LockingBottom-rail lock or motor lock.
- FinishAnodised aluminium, stainless steel or a powder-coated colour.
Guide prices for counter & servery shutters in Harwich
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Harwich too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
What to check in Harwich before ordering
As an English town, Harwich follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- 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
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Can a counter shutter be electric?
Yes, with a small tube motor and key switch. Manual spring-balanced shutters are simpler and suit smaller hatches.
Is the survey free in Harwich?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Harwich are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do you cover Harwich?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Harwich in the usual way; it is covered as part of Essex.