Our manual to electric conversion service in Aldridge
If your address has a WS9 postcode, it falls within our West Midlands coverage. Walsall, Bloxwich and Sutton Coldfield are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
For reference, Aldridge lies about 9 miles north of Birmingham.
Work in Aldridge starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
Converting a manual shutter in Aldridge to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
What can you choose in Aldridge?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Aldridge:
- 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 Aldridge
| 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 Aldridge can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Aldridge
As an English town, Aldridge 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
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
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 Aldridge?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Aldridge are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do you cover Aldridge?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Aldridge in the usual way; it is covered as part of West Midlands.