Our door roller shutters service in Washington
Surveys in Washington and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Tyne and Wear. Other towns nearby that we cover include Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn.
Washington is roughly 6 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne.
For back doors, French doors and bifolds in Washington, the shutter is sized to the full frame so the curtain closes onto a level threshold or a bottom rail.
If you are building an extension in Washington, tell us early: the shutter box is easiest to hide when it is planned before the lintel goes in.
Which options suit you?
Options we specify for properties in Washington:
- LathsDouble-wall foam-filled aluminium for most doors; extruded aluminium where the door is in a hidden spot.
- LockingAutomatic anti-lift locking straps in the top laths, plus a bottom-rail lock on manual doors.
- ControlInside switch, remote, outside key switch or keypad; app control through a smart hub.
Guide prices for Washington
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Washington; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Washington
In Washington, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
How it works in Washington
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Are door shutters secure?
They add a strong physical layer in front of the door, especially with anti-lift locking. If you need a tested security rating, ask for a shutter certified to LPS 1175 or STS 202; the rating belongs to that tested product. PAS 24 applies to the door or window behind the shutter, not to the shutter itself.
Do you cover Washington?
Yes, we survey and fit in Washington (NE37) as part of our Tyne and Wear coverage.
Do I need permission for door roller shutters in Washington?
External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.