Our manual to electric conversion service in Ely
Ely is part of our Cambridgeshire coverage, and addresses in the CB7 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Cambridgeshire. Other towns nearby that we cover include Newmarket, March and Cambridge.
Ely is roughly 25 miles south-east of Peterborough.
Work in Ely starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Ely, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Options for manual to electric conversion in Ely
What you can choose when we survey in Ely:
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Ely
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Ely; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
What to check in Ely before ordering
Ely is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Safety devices: Converting a commercial door to powered operation means adding suitable safety devices and commissioning them.
- Power: A suitable supply is needed near the shutter box; electrical work is done to BS 7671.
How it works in Ely
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.
Manual to electric conversion in Ely: questions
Is it worth converting rather than replacing?
If the shutter is sound, yes: a conversion costs a fraction of a new shutter.
Can any manual shutter be made electric?
Most can, as long as the curtain, barrel and guides are in reasonable condition. Very old or damaged shutters may be better replaced.
Is the survey free in Ely?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do you cover Ely?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Ely in the usual way; it is covered as part of Cambridgeshire.