Our electric roller shutters service in Folkestone
Folkestone is roughly 31 miles south-east of Maidstone.
Each window in Folkestone 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 Folkestone, 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.
We cover Folkestone and the CT19 postcode district as part of Kent; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Dover, Ashford (Kent) and Deal are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
What can you choose in Folkestone?
The main choices for electric roller shutters in Folkestone:
- ControlsIndividual switches, multi-channel remotes, group control and wall timers.
- Smart controlApp and voice control through a compatible hub; scenes and sun-based timers.
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
Guide prices for Folkestone
| 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 Folkestone can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Planning and safety in Folkestone
As an English town, Folkestone 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.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Frequently asked questions
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 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.
Is the survey free in Folkestone?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Folkestone are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
How much do electric roller shutters cost in Folkestone?
The guide prices above apply in Folkestone. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.