Manual to electric conversion in Redditch
We survey and install across Worcestershire, and Redditch is one of the towns covered. Neighbouring towns we cover include Bromsgrove (5 miles away), Shirley and Droitwich.
Redditch is roughly 14 miles north-east of Worcester.
This work covers homes, shops and industrial premises in Redditch, so one survey can cover several openings of different types.
Converting a manual shutter in Redditch to electric depends on the curtain, barrel and guides being in good condition, so we check them before quoting.
Which options suit you?
The main choices for manual to electric conversion in Redditch:
- IndustrialGear motor with controls and emergency operation.
- DomesticTubular motor and switch or remote for window shutters.
- ShopTube motor with key switch or remote and manual override.
Prices for manual to electric conversion in Redditch
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Redditch is fixed in writing after survey.
Planning and safety in Redditch
Redditch is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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 Redditch
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
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.
Manual to electric conversion in Redditch: 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 Redditch?
The guide prices above apply in Redditch. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Is the survey free in Redditch?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.