Electric roller shutters across Edinburgh & the Lothians
Electric roller shutters for homes in Edinburgh & the Lothians, measured on site and fitted to the survey.
Edinburgh & the Lothians covers City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian, and we survey and fit throughout.
We have local pages for 5 towns in Edinburgh & the Lothians, starting with Edinburgh. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Fife, Stirling & Falkirk, Lanarkshire.
You do not have to do every window at once: in Edinburgh & the Lothians we can fit the ground-floor windows first and match the colour and box on others later.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh & the Lothians include:
- Electric shutters in Edinburgh
- Electric shutters in Livingston
- Electric shutters in Musselburgh
- Electric shutters in Bathgate
- Electric shutters in Dalkeith
Choosing electric roller shutters for properties in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Ways to specify electric roller shutters for Edinburgh & the Lothians:
- ControlsIndividual switches, multi-channel remotes, group control and wall timers.
- 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.
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
How much do electric roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
| 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.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Edinburgh & the Lothians can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Planning questions anywhere in Edinburgh & the Lothians go to your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- Electrics: Wiring follows BS 7671 and the Scottish building standards.
- Escape windows: On windows or doors needed for escape we add a manual override or battery backup.
How it works
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
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.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Electric roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians: 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.
How long do shutter motors last?
A good tubular motor commonly lasts many years in domestic use. If one fails it can be replaced without replacing the whole shutter.
How much do electric roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
The guide prices above apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Do I need permission for electric roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
It depends on the property. External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. Check with your council before ordering; we can supply drawings.