Fitting electric roller shutters in Catford
Catford sits some 6 miles to the south-east of central London.
Where a window in Catford has no power nearby, a solar shutter avoids running a cable; where there is a socket or spur, a wired motor is simpler.
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 Catford starts with which of those matters most to you.
Catford is part of our Greater London coverage, and addresses in the SE6 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Greater London. Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Options for electric roller shutters in Catford
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Catford:
- 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.
Guide prices for Catford
| 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 Catford can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Planning and safety in Catford
As an English town, Catford 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.
From survey to fitting
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
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.
Electric roller shutters in Catford: questions
Are electric shutters noisy?
Tubular motors are quiet; most of the sound you hear is the laths rolling, which is a soft whirr.
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 you cover Catford?
Yes. Catford and the SE6 postcode district are part of our coverage across Greater London.
Do I need permission for electric roller shutters in Catford?
It depends on the property. External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.