Manual to electric conversion in Stoke-on-Trent
Surveys in Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Staffordshire. Neighbouring towns we cover include Newcastle-under-Lyme (2 miles away), Kidsgrove and Congleton.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Stoke-on-Trent is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Stoke-on-Trent, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Options for manual to electric conversion in Stoke-on-Trent
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Stoke-on-Trent:
- 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 Stoke-on-Trent
| 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 Stoke-on-Trent can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
What to check in Stoke-on-Trent before ordering
As an English city, Stoke-on-Trent 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.
How it works in Stoke-on-Trent
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
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
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.
Is the survey free in Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do you cover Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes. Stoke-on-Trent and the city's postcode districts are part of our coverage across Staffordshire.