Manual to electric conversion in Livingston
For reference, Livingston lies about 13 miles west of Edinburgh.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Livingston, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Converting a manual shutter in Livingston to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
We survey and install across Edinburgh & the Lothians, and Livingston is one of the towns covered. Our coverage around Livingston also includes Bathgate, Grangemouth and Dunfermline.
What can you choose in Livingston?
What you can choose when we survey in Livingston:
- 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.
Guide prices for Livingston
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Livingston is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Livingston
Livingston is in Scotland, so planning decisions sit with your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- 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.
What happens next
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
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.
Is it worth converting rather than replacing?
If the shutter is sound, yes: a conversion costs a fraction of a new shutter.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Livingston?
The guide prices above apply in Livingston. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Is the survey free in Livingston?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Livingston are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.