Manual to electric conversion in Solihull
Whether your property is in the centre of Solihull or on its edges, it is included in our West Midlands coverage. We also cover Shirley, Birmingham and Kenilworth, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
For reference, Solihull lies about 7 miles south-east of Birmingham.
Any electrical work for a new or converted shutter in Solihull is carried out to BS 7671, and making good is described in the quotation.
Work in Solihull starts with a free survey: we measure the opening, check what the box and guides will fix to, and confirm the power supply.
What can you choose in Solihull?
Ways to specify manual to electric conversion for Solihull:
- 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.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Solihull
| 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 Solihull; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Solihull
In Solihull, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
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.
How much does manual to electric conversion cost in Solihull?
We use the same UK guide prices in Solihull; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.
Do I need permission for manual to electric conversion in Solihull?
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. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.