Our manual to electric conversion service in Hornchurch
Surveys in Hornchurch and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Greater London. Our coverage around Hornchurch also includes Romford, Dagenham and South Ockendon.
For reference, Hornchurch lies about 15 miles east of central London.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Hornchurch, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Converting a manual shutter in Hornchurch to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Which options suit you?
What you can choose when we survey in Hornchurch:
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
Guide prices for Hornchurch
| 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 Hornchurch can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Hornchurch
In Hornchurch, 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.
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
How long does a conversion take?
Most domestic and shop conversions take a few hours once the parts are ready, plus any electrical work.
Is it worth converting rather than replacing?
If the shutter is sound, yes: a conversion costs a fraction of a new shutter.
Do you cover Hornchurch?
Yes, we survey and fit in Hornchurch (RM11) as part of our Greater London coverage.
Is the survey free in Hornchurch?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.