Our manual to electric conversion service in Long Eaton
Surveys in Long Eaton and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Derbyshire. Our coverage around Long Eaton also includes Ilkeston, Nottingham and West Bridgford.
Long Eaton is roughly 9 miles east of Derby.
Work in Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Which options suit you?
Options we specify for properties in Long Eaton:
- 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 Long Eaton
| 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 Long Eaton can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
What to check in Long Eaton before ordering
In Long Eaton, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to 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
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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 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 Long Eaton?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Long Eaton are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Long Eaton?
We use the same UK guide prices in Long Eaton; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.