Fitting door roller shutters in Inverness
If you are building an extension in Inverness, tell us early: the shutter box is easiest to hide when it is planned before the lintel goes in.
For back doors, French doors and bifolds in Inverness, the shutter is sized to the full frame so the curtain closes onto a level threshold or a bottom rail.
We cover Inverness and the IV1 postcode district as part of Highlands & Islands; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Our coverage around Inverness also includes Nairn, Forres and Aviemore.
What can you choose in Inverness?
The main choices for door roller shutters in Inverness:
- LockingAutomatic anti-lift locking straps in the top laths, plus a bottom-rail lock on manual doors.
- LathsDouble-wall foam-filled aluminium for most doors; extruded aluminium where the door is in a hidden spot.
- ControlInside switch, remote, outside key switch or keypad; app control through a smart hub.
Guide prices for door roller shutters in Inverness
| 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 Inverness too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Inverness
As a Scottish city, Inverness follows the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 and the Scottish permitted development rules.
- 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 by a qualified electrician.
What happens next
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
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 door roller shutters in Inverness
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.
Can I get out if the door shutter is down?
Yes. The control is inside, and we fit a manual override so the shutter can be raised by hand if the power is off. We will not fit a shutter over your only exit that needs a key from inside.
Is the survey free in Inverness?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
How much do door roller shutters cost in Inverness?
The guide prices above apply in Inverness. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.