Our manual to electric conversion service in Rochdale
We survey and install across Greater Manchester, and Rochdale is one of the towns covered. Other towns nearby that we cover include Heywood, Royton and Middleton.
For reference, Rochdale lies about 10 miles north of Manchester.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Rochdale is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Converting a manual shutter in Rochdale to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Which options suit you?
Options we specify for properties in Rochdale:
- 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 Rochdale
| 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 Rochdale too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
What to check in Rochdale before ordering
In Rochdale, 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.
How it works in Rochdale
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
Is it worth converting rather than replacing?
If the shutter is sound, yes: a conversion costs a fraction of a new shutter.
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 much does manual to electric conversion cost in Rochdale?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Rochdale confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Is the survey free in Rochdale?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Rochdale are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.