Electric conversion for properties in Blackpool
Blackpool sits some 15 miles to the west of Preston.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Blackpool is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Blackpool, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Whether your property is in the centre of Blackpool or on its edges, it is included in our Lancashire coverage. Other towns nearby that we cover include Thornton-Cleveleys, Lytham St Annes and Fleetwood.
Options for manual to electric conversion in Blackpool
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Blackpool:
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
Guide prices for manual to electric conversion in Blackpool
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Blackpool is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Blackpool
Blackpool 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
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
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.
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.
Do you cover Blackpool?
Yes, we survey and fit in Blackpool (FY1) as part of our Lancashire coverage.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Blackpool?
The guide prices above apply in Blackpool. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.