Manual to electric conversion in Faversham
Faversham sits some 16 miles to the east of Maidstone.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Faversham, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Work in Faversham 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 Faversham and the ME13 postcode district as part of Kent; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. We also cover Whitstable, Sittingbourne and Canterbury, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
What can you choose in Faversham?
The main choices for manual to electric conversion in Faversham:
- 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 manual to electric conversion in Faversham
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Faversham; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Faversham
As an English town, Faversham follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- 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.
From survey to fitting
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.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Frequently asked 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.
Is the survey free in Faversham?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do you cover Faversham?
Yes, we survey and fit in Faversham (ME13) as part of our Kent coverage.