Patio & bifold door roller shutters in Braintree
We cover Braintree and the CM7 postcode district as part of Essex; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Witham, Chelmsford and Maldon are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Braintree sits some 10 miles to the north of Chelmsford.
If you are building an extension in Braintree, tell us early: the shutter box is easiest to hide when it is planned before the lintel goes in.
Door shutters in Braintree can run from the same remote or app as window shutters, so the whole ground floor closes together.
Options for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Braintree
What you can choose when we survey in Braintree:
- PowerMains tubular motor; solar on smaller doors where there is no supply.
- ShadeSlotted laths let light through in the part-closed position.
- Single or splitOne curtain up to around 3,000 mm, or two on a centre post for wider openings.
Guide prices for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Braintree
| Patio & bifold door roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Patio or French door up to 2,400 mm wide, electric | £1,195 – £1,895 | £995 – £1,580 |
| Bifold or slider up to 3,600 mm wide, electric | £1,595 – £2,695 | £1,330 – £2,245 |
| Very wide opening split into two shutters | £2,495 – £3,995 | £2,080 – £3,330 |
Guide prices, per opening, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Braintree; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
What to check in Braintree before ordering
Braintree is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Escape route: If the patio doors are a way out of the house, the shutter needs an inside control and a manual override.
- Electrics: Wired to BS 7671. Notifiable work in homes in England and Wales, such as a new circuit, is self-certified by a competent person scheme electrician or notified to building control.
- Planning: Rear shutters are less visible, but listed buildings and conservation areas can still need consent.
What happens next
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
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.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about patio & bifold door roller shutters in Braintree
Will a shutter keep my extension cooler?
Yes, an external shutter stops sun reaching the glass, which is far more effective at reducing heat than an internal blind.
How wide can one patio shutter be?
Around 3,000 mm in a standard foam-filled lath, and wider with stronger extruded profiles. We confirm the maximum for your opening at survey.
Is the survey free in Braintree?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Braintree are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do you cover Braintree?
Yes, we survey and fit in Braintree (CM7) as part of our Essex coverage.