Electric conversion for properties in Frome
Surveys in Frome and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Somerset. Trowbridge, Bath and Kingswood are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
For reference, Frome lies about 37 miles north-east of Taunton.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Frome is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Converting a manual shutter in Frome to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
What can you choose in Frome?
Ways to specify manual to electric conversion for Frome:
- 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 Frome
| 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 Frome; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Frome
As an English town, Frome 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.
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.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Questions about manual to electric conversion in Frome
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 I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Frome?
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.
Is the survey free in Frome?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.