Our counter & servery shutters service in Cardiff
Cardiff is part of our South Glamorgan coverage, and addresses in the city's postcode districts are covered in the same way as the rest of South Glamorgan. Our coverage around Cardiff also includes Penarth, Caerphilly and Barry.
Business parks and trading estates in Cardiff often have landlord rules on colour and box position, and we can work to a landlord's specification.
Schools, surgeries, canteens and community buildings in Cardiff use counter and servery shutters to lock down a hatch or reception when it is closed.
Specifying counter & servery shutters for Cardiff
Ways to specify counter & servery shutters for Cardiff:
- 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.
Guide prices for Cardiff
| 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 Cardiff too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Planning and safety in Cardiff
In Cardiff, as elsewhere in Wales, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the county or county borough council, or a national park authority).
- Approvals: Where a fire-rated counter shutter is part of building work, such as a new hatch in a fire-resisting wall, building regulations approval is needed from local authority building control.
- 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.
- Hygiene: In food areas, choose finishes that are easy to clean and keep the bottom rail clear of food prep.
How it works in Cardiff
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.
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 Cardiff
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.
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 Cardiff?
It depends on the property. New external shutters on street-facing elevations usually need planning permission; internal counter shutters usually do not. Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.
Is the survey free in Cardiff?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.