Manual roller shutters across Kent
Manual roller shutters across Kent: surveyed, made to measure and fitted, with guide prices below and a fixed price after survey.
We have local pages for 23 towns in Kent, starting with Maidstone. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Essex, East Sussex, Greater London.
Fitting on a high street in Kent is planned around trading hours, so disruption to the shop is kept to a minimum.
Towns we cover in Kent include:
- Manual shutters in Maidstone
- Manual shutters in Gillingham
- Manual shutters in Chatham
- Manual shutters in Tunbridge Wells
- Manual shutters in Folkestone
- Manual shutters in Margate
- Manual shutters in Ashford (Kent)
- Manual shutters in Canterbury
- Manual shutters in Sittingbourne
- Manual shutters in Gravesend
- Manual shutters in Dartford
- Manual shutters in Ramsgate
- Manual shutters in Dover
- Manual shutters in Tonbridge
- Manual shutters in Strood
- Manual shutters in Whitstable
- Manual shutters in Deal
- Manual shutters in Sevenoaks
- Manual shutters in Rochester
- Manual shutters in Herne Bay
- Manual shutters in Broadstairs
- Manual shutters in Faversham
- Manual shutters in Swanley
Which options suit you?
The main choices for manual roller shutters in Kent:
- Push-upSpring-balanced, for smaller openings up to around 2,500 mm wide.
- ChainEndless chain and gearbox for large doors.
- CrankGearbox and removable crank handle for mid-sized openings.
How much do manual roller shutters cost in Kent?
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Kent is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Kent
Across Kent, planning follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Effort: Large manual shutters take time and effort to open; if staff open it every day, electric is usually better value over time.
- Planning: The planning advice for shutters applies whether manual or electric.
How it works
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
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.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Manual roller shutters in Kent: questions
Can a manual shutter be motorised later?
In most cases yes, by fitting a motor inside the barrel or a gear motor on the side.
Are manual shutters cheaper?
Yes, to buy and to run, but they cost staff time every day on busy premises.
How much do manual roller shutters cost in Kent?
The guide prices above apply in Kent. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Do I need permission for manual roller shutters in Kent?
New external shutters on shopfronts and street-facing elevations usually need planning permission. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.