Our manual to electric conversion service in Bedford
Bedford is roughly 18 miles north of Luton.
Work in Bedford starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
Converting a manual shutter in Bedford to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Whether your property is in the centre of Bedford or on its edges, it is included in our Bedfordshire coverage. Our coverage around Bedford also includes Ampthill, St Neots and Rushden.
Which options suit you?
The main choices for manual to electric conversion in Bedford:
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
Guide prices for manual to electric conversion in Bedford
| Manual to electric conversion | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic window shutter conversion | £355 – £655 | £295 – £545 |
| Shop shutter conversion with key switch | £955 – £1,795 | £795 – £1,495 |
| Industrial door conversion with gear motor | £1,555 – £2,995 | £1,295 – £2,495 |
Guide prices, per shutter, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Bedford can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Planning and safety in Bedford
As an English town, Bedford follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Power: A suitable supply is needed near the shutter box; electrical work is done to BS 7671.
- Safety devices: Converting a commercial door to powered operation means adding suitable safety devices and commissioning them.
From survey to fitting
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
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 to electric conversion in Bedford: questions
Is it worth converting rather than replacing?
If the shutter is sound, yes: a conversion costs a fraction of a new shutter.
How long does a conversion take?
Most domestic and shop conversions take a few hours once the parts are ready, plus any electrical work.
Is the survey free in Bedford?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Bedford are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Bedford?
We use the same UK guide prices in Bedford; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.