Manual to electric conversion across Devon
We carry out manual to electric conversion throughout Devon, from Plymouth to the smaller towns, with one written price per job.
We have local pages for 9 towns in Devon, starting with Plymouth. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Somerset, Cornwall, Bristol.
Converting a manual shutter in Devon to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Towns we cover in Devon include:
- Electric conversion in Plymouth
- Electric conversion in Exeter
- Electric conversion in Paignton
- Electric conversion in Torquay
- Electric conversion in Newton Abbot
- Electric conversion in Exmouth
- Electric conversion in Barnstaple
- Electric conversion in Bideford
- Electric conversion in Tiverton
Which options suit you?
What you can choose when we survey in Devon:
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Devon?
| 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 Devon; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Devon
Across Devon, planning 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.
How it works
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 Devon: 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.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Devon?
It depends on the property. Like-for-like replacements do not usually need permission, but a new external shutter or a change of type or position can, especially on shopfronts and listed buildings. Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Devon?
The guide prices above apply in Devon. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.