Manual roller shutters in Exeter
If your address has an EX1 postcode, it falls within our Devon coverage. Other towns nearby that we cover include Exmouth, Tiverton and Newton Abbot.
Exeter sits some 36 miles to the north-east of Plymouth.
Perforated and grille shutters let passers-by in Exeter see the window display after hours, which many councils prefer on shopping streets.
If your shop in Exeter is on a parade or in a conservation area, the look of the shutter matters as much as the security, so we talk through planning-friendly options such as perforated laths or a box behind the fascia.
Specifying manual roller shutters for Exeter
The main choices for manual roller shutters in Exeter:
- ChainEndless chain and gearbox for large doors.
- Push-upSpring-balanced, for smaller openings up to around 2,500 mm wide.
- CrankGearbox and removable crank handle for mid-sized openings.
Guide prices for Exeter
| Manual roller shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Push-up shutter up to 2,500 mm wide | £695 – £1,295 | £835 – £1,555 |
| Crank-operated up to 4,000 × 3,000 mm | £1,195 – £2,495 | £1,435 – £2,995 |
| Chain-operated, larger openings | £1,995 – £3,995 | £2,395 – £4,795 |
Guide prices, per shutter, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Exeter too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Exeter
In Exeter, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Planning: The planning advice for shutters applies whether manual or electric.
- Effort: Large manual shutters take time and effort to open; if staff open it every day, electric is usually better value over time.
How it works in Exeter
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.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Manual roller shutters in Exeter: questions
Why is my push-up shutter heavy?
The springs that balance the curtain lose tension over time. Re-tensioning or replacing them usually fixes it.
Are manual shutters cheaper?
Yes, to buy and to run, but they cost staff time every day on busy premises.
Is the survey free in Exeter?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Exeter are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do I need permission for manual roller shutters in Exeter?
It depends on the property. New external shutters on shopfronts and street-facing elevations usually need planning permission. Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.