Electric shutters for properties in Guildford
If you let out a property in Guildford, electric roller shutters can protect it between tenancies or bookings, and solar or remote control avoids extra wiring.
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 Guildford starts with which of those matters most to you.
Guildford is part of our Surrey coverage, and addresses in the GU1 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Surrey. Neighbouring towns we cover include Godalming (4 miles away), Woking and Aldershot.
Which options suit you?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Guildford:
- ControlsIndividual switches, multi-channel remotes, group control and wall timers.
- Motor typeWired switch motors or radio motors; battery backup on escape routes.
- RetrofitExisting manual shutters can often be converted to electric.
Guide prices for Guildford
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Guildford; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Guildford
Guildford is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- Escape windows: On windows or doors needed for escape we add a manual override or battery backup.
From survey to fitting
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.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Are electric shutters noisy?
Tubular motors are quiet; most of the sound you hear is the laths rolling, which is a soft whirr.
Do I need permission for electric roller shutters in Guildford?
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.
Do you cover Guildford?
Yes. Guildford and the GU1 postcode district are part of our coverage across Surrey.