Our electric roller shutters service in Bedford
Bedford is part of our Bedfordshire coverage, and addresses in the MK40 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Bedfordshire. Ampthill, St Neots and Rushden are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
For reference, Bedford lies about 18 miles north of Luton.
Window shutters are usually chosen for security when a house is empty, for blackout in bedrooms or for keeping summer heat off the glass, and the survey in Bedford starts with which of those matters most to you.
Bedroom shutters in Bedford can run on a timer, closing at night and opening in the morning without anyone touching a switch.
Specifying electric roller shutters for Bedford
Ways to specify electric roller shutters for Bedford:
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
- Smart controlApp and voice control through a compatible hub; scenes and sun-based timers.
- Motor typeWired switch motors or radio motors; battery backup on escape routes.
Prices for electric roller shutters in Bedford
| Electric roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Electric shutter, standard window, supplied and fitted | £695 – £995 | £580 – £830 |
| Smart hub with app and voice control | £145 – £295 | £120 – £245 |
| Extra multi-channel remote | £35 – £65 | £30 – £55 |
Guide prices, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Bedford is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Bedford
In Bedford, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Escape windows: On windows or doors needed for escape we add a manual override or battery backup.
- Electrics: Work is carried out to BS 7671. Notifiable work in homes in England and Wales is self-certified by an electrician registered with a competent person scheme or notified to building control.
What happens next
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
Do electric shutters need a new circuit?
Not always. Many can be fed from an existing circuit through a fused spur; larger groups may need a new circuit. We check at survey and the electrical work is done to BS 7671.
Are electric shutters noisy?
Tubular motors are quiet; most of the sound you hear is the laths rolling, which is a soft whirr.
Do I need permission for electric roller shutters in Bedford?
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.
Is the survey free in Bedford?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.