Our manual to electric conversion service in Durham
Surveys in Durham and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across County Durham. Our coverage around Durham also includes Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Stanley.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Durham is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Work in Durham starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
Options for manual to electric conversion in Durham
Ways to specify manual to electric conversion for Durham:
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
Guide prices for Durham
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Durham too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Durham
Durham 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.
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.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about manual to electric conversion in Durham
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.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Durham?
We use the same UK guide prices in Durham; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.
Is the survey free in Durham?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Durham are free. Repair and service visits are charged.