Our manual to electric conversion service in Salford
Salford sits some 2 miles to the west of Manchester.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Salford, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Work in Salford starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
We cover Salford and the M5 postcode district as part of Greater Manchester; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Other towns nearby that we cover include Eccles, Manchester and Swinton.
What can you choose in Salford?
What you can choose when we survey in Salford:
- 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.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Salford
| 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 Salford too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Salford
Salford is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
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.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Manual to electric conversion in Salford: 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.
How long does a conversion take?
Most domestic and shop conversions take a few hours once the parts are ready, plus any electrical work.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Salford?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Salford confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Salford?
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. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.