Our manual to electric conversion service in Corby
Whether your property is in the centre of Corby or on its edges, it is included in our Northamptonshire coverage. Other towns nearby that we cover include Uppingham, Kettering and Market Harborough.
Corby is roughly 19 miles north-east of Northampton.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Corby is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Converting a manual shutter in Corby to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
What can you choose in Corby?
Options we specify for properties in Corby:
- 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.
Guide prices for Corby
| 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 Corby; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Corby
As an English town, Corby follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- 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.
What happens next
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.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about manual to electric conversion in Corby
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.
Do you cover Corby?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Corby in the usual way; it is covered as part of Northamptonshire.
Is the survey free in Corby?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.