Fitting electric roller shutters in Lerwick
Island addresses, including Lerwick (ZE1), are covered by arrangement: we plan the crossing and book the survey and fitting days together, and any travel cost is quoted in advance.
Each window in Lerwick is measured to the real opening, including the lintel, render beads and cill, which is why the survey comes before any price is fixed.
On houses in Lerwick, 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?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Lerwick:
- Motor typeWired switch motors or radio motors; battery backup on escape routes.
- ControlsIndividual switches, multi-channel remotes, group control and wall timers.
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
Guide prices for electric roller shutters in Lerwick
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Lerwick too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Lerwick
In Lerwick, as elsewhere in Scotland, planning questions go to your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- Escape windows: On windows or doors needed for escape we add a manual override or battery backup.
- Electrics: Wiring follows BS 7671 and the Scottish building standards.
What happens next
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.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about electric roller shutters in Lerwick
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.
Are electric shutters noisy?
Tubular motors are quiet; most of the sound you hear is the laths rolling, which is a soft whirr.
How much do electric roller shutters cost in Lerwick?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Lerwick confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Is the survey free in Lerwick?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.