Door roller shutters in Portsmouth
Portsmouth sits some 15 miles to the south-east of Southampton.
Because a door shutter can cover an escape route, each one we fit in Portsmouth has an inside control that works without a key, plus a manual override or battery backup.
If you are building an extension in Portsmouth, tell us early: the shutter box is easiest to hide when it is planned before the lintel goes in.
We cover Portsmouth and the city's postcode districts as part of Hampshire; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Our coverage around Portsmouth also includes Gosport, Fareham and Ryde.
Options for door roller shutters in Portsmouth
The main choices for door roller shutters in Portsmouth:
- LathsDouble-wall foam-filled aluminium for most doors; extruded aluminium where the door is in a hidden spot.
- FitFace-fixed over the frame, or within a porch or recess.
- LockingAutomatic anti-lift locking straps in the top laths, plus a bottom-rail lock on manual doors.
Guide prices for door roller shutters in Portsmouth
| Door roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Single door around 900 × 2,100 mm, electric | £795 – £1,195 | £660 – £995 |
| Wide door or door with side light, electric | £995 – £1,595 | £830 – £1,330 |
| Single door, manual crank | £695 – £1,045 | £580 – £870 |
Guide prices, per door, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Portsmouth too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Portsmouth
As an English city, Portsmouth follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Getting out safely: A shutter over an exit door must open from inside quickly and without a key. We set the switch inside the door and add a manual override.
- Planning: Front-door shutters change how the house looks from the street, so check with your council first, especially in a conservation area or on a listed building.
- Electrics: Wired to BS 7671. Notifiable work in homes in England and Wales, such as a new circuit, is self-certified by a competent person scheme electrician or notified to building control.
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
How much does a door roller shutter cost?
A single door is usually £795–£1,195 including VAT, electric, supplied and fitted. Wider openings and doors with side lights cost more.
Will it fit round my door handle?
The shutter runs in front of the door frame, so handles, letterboxes and door canopies are measured at survey and the guides are set out to clear them.
Is the survey free in Portsmouth?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Portsmouth are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.
Do I need permission for door roller shutters in Portsmouth?
Possibly. External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. We recommend checking with your local council first.