Manual to electric conversion in Catford
We cover Catford and the SE6 postcode district as part of Greater London; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. We also cover Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Catford sits some 6 miles to the south-east of central London.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Catford is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Work in Catford starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
What can you choose in Catford?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Catford:
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Catford
| 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 Catford can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Planning and safety in Catford
In Catford, 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.
What happens next
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Manual to electric conversion in Catford: 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 Catford?
The guide prices above apply in Catford. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Catford?
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.