Our manual to electric conversion service in Greenwich
Greenwich sits some 5 miles to the south-east of central London.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Greenwich is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Converting a manual shutter in Greenwich to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
We cover Greenwich and the SE10 postcode district as part of Greater London; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Blackheath, Canary Wharf and Catford are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Options for manual to electric conversion in Greenwich
What you can choose when we survey in Greenwich:
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Greenwich
| 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 Greenwich too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Greenwich
As an English town, Greenwich 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.
From survey to fitting
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.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about manual to electric conversion in Greenwich
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 you cover Greenwich?
Yes. Greenwich and the SE10 postcode district are part of our coverage across Greater London.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Greenwich?
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.