Electric shutters for properties in Chelmsford
Chelmsford is part of our Essex coverage, and addresses in the CM1 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Essex. We also cover Billericay, Witham and Maldon, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
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 Chelmsford starts with which of those matters most to you.
On houses in Chelmsford, the practical questions are where the box can sit, how the shutter will be powered and whether the window is an escape route; the survey answers all three.
Which options suit you?
What you can choose when we survey in Chelmsford:
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
- Motor typeWired switch motors or radio motors; battery backup on escape routes.
- ControlsIndividual switches, multi-channel remotes, group control and wall timers.
Guide prices for electric roller shutters in Chelmsford
| 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 Chelmsford is fixed in writing after survey.
Planning and safety in Chelmsford
As an English city, Chelmsford follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- 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
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.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
Can my manual shutters be made electric?
Usually yes. A motor can be fitted inside the existing barrel, as long as the shutter is in reasonable condition.
Can I control shutters from my phone?
Yes, with a compatible smart hub. You can open and close shutters from an app, set timers and scenes, and use voice assistants.
Do I need permission for electric roller shutters in Chelmsford?
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.
Is the survey free in Chelmsford?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.