Manual to electric conversion in Braintree
Surveys in Braintree and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Essex. Our coverage around Braintree also includes Witham, Chelmsford and Maldon.
For reference, Braintree lies about 10 miles north of Chelmsford.
Converting a manual shutter in Braintree to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Braintree is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Which options suit you?
Options we specify for properties in Braintree:
- 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 manual to electric conversion in Braintree
| 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 Braintree is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Braintree
Braintree 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.
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.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about manual to electric conversion in Braintree
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.
Is the survey free in Braintree?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Braintree are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Braintree?
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.