Counter shutters for properties in Canterbury
Surveys in Canterbury and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Kent. Our coverage around Canterbury also includes Whitstable, Herne Bay and Faversham.
Canterbury sits some 24 miles to the east of Maidstone.
Schools, surgeries, canteens and community buildings in Canterbury use counter and servery shutters to lock down a hatch or reception when it is closed.
Where a counter shutter sits in a fire-resisting wall in a building in Canterbury, it needs to be a fire-rated product chosen to match the fire strategy.
Specifying counter & servery shutters for Canterbury
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Canterbury:
- Fire ratingFire-rated counter shutters for hatches in fire-resisting walls.
- LockingBottom-rail lock or motor lock.
- OperationManual with a spring balance, or electric with a key switch.
Prices for counter & servery shutters in Canterbury
| 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 Canterbury; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Canterbury
As an English city, Canterbury follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Hygiene: In food areas, choose finishes that are easy to clean and keep the bottom rail clear of food prep.
- 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.
- 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.
What happens next
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about counter & servery shutters in Canterbury
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.
Is the survey free in Canterbury?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do I need permission for counter & servery shutters in Canterbury?
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.