Our manual to electric conversion service in Bootle
Surveys in Bootle and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Merseyside. Other towns nearby that we cover include Litherland, Wallasey and Liverpool.
For reference, Bootle lies about 4 miles north-west of Liverpool.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Bootle, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Bootle is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
What can you choose in Bootle?
What you can choose when we survey in Bootle:
- 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 Bootle
| 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 Bootle can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Planning and safety in Bootle
Bootle 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
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
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.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Bootle?
Possibly. 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. We recommend checking with your local council first.
Do you cover Bootle?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Bootle in the usual way; it is covered as part of Merseyside.