Fitting counter & servery shutters in Broadstairs
For reference, Broadstairs lies about 40 miles east of Maidstone.
Schools, surgeries, canteens and community buildings in Broadstairs use counter and servery shutters to lock down a hatch or reception when it is closed.
Business parks and trading estates in Broadstairs often have landlord rules on colour and box position, and we can work to a landlord's specification.
We cover Broadstairs and the CT10 postcode district as part of Kent; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Ramsgate, Margate and Deal are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Which options suit you?
Ways to specify counter & servery shutters for Broadstairs:
- LockingBottom-rail lock or motor lock.
- Fire ratingFire-rated counter shutters for hatches in fire-resisting walls.
- FinishAnodised aluminium, stainless steel or a powder-coated colour.
Guide prices for counter & servery shutters in Broadstairs
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Broadstairs; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Broadstairs
As an English town, Broadstairs 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.
How it works in Broadstairs
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Counter & servery shutters in Broadstairs: questions
What finish is best for kitchens?
Stainless steel or anodised aluminium are easy to wipe down and resist corrosion.
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.
Do I need permission for counter & servery shutters in Broadstairs?
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.
Is the survey free in Broadstairs?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.