Our manual to electric conversion service in Kelso
Surveys in Kelso and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Scottish Borders. We also cover Hawick, Galashiels and Peebles, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Kelso sits some 18 miles to the east of Galashiels.
Converting a manual shutter in Kelso to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Kelso is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
What can you choose in Kelso?
What you can choose when we survey in Kelso:
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
Guide prices for manual to electric conversion in Kelso
| 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 Kelso; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Kelso
As a Scottish town, Kelso follows the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 and the Scottish permitted development rules.
- 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
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.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a conversion take?
Most domestic and shop conversions take a few hours once the parts are ready, plus any electrical work.
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 much does manual to electric conversion cost in Kelso?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Kelso confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Is the survey free in Kelso?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.