Manual to electric conversion across Dorset
Manual to electric conversion across Dorset for homes, shops and industrial premises, with a free survey and a fixed written price first.
We have local pages for 4 towns in Dorset, starting with Bournemouth. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Isle of Wight, Hampshire, Wiltshire.
Converting a manual shutter in Dorset to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Towns we cover in Dorset include:
- Electric conversion in Bournemouth
- Electric conversion in Poole
- Electric conversion in Weymouth
- Electric conversion in Christchurch
Options for manual to electric conversion in Dorset
What you can choose when we survey in Dorset:
- 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 Dorset?
| 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 Dorset too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Dorset
Planning questions anywhere in Dorset go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Manual to electric conversion in Dorset: 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.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Dorset?
Possibly. 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. We recommend checking with your local council first.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Dorset?
The guide prices above apply in Dorset. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.