Our patio & bifold door roller shutters service in Ashton-under-Lyne
We survey and install across Greater Manchester, and Ashton-under-Lyne is one of the towns covered. Our coverage around Ashton-under-Lyne also includes Dukinfield, Stalybridge and Droylsden.
For reference, Ashton-under-Lyne lies about 6 miles east of Manchester.
Wide patio and bifold openings in Ashton-under-Lyne may need a shutter split into two on a shared centre guide, depending on the span and the wind on that side of the house.
For back doors, French doors and bifolds in Ashton-under-Lyne, the shutter is sized to the full frame so the curtain closes onto a level threshold or a bottom rail.
Specifying patio & bifold door roller shutters for Ashton-under-Lyne
Options we specify for properties in Ashton-under-Lyne:
- Single or splitOne curtain up to around 3,000 mm, or two on a centre post for wider openings.
- PowerMains tubular motor; solar on smaller doors where there is no supply.
- HeadboxFace-fixed, concealed in a soffit or fascia, or built into a new extension.
Prices for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Ashton-under-Lyne
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Ashton-under-Lyne too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Ashton-under-Lyne
In Ashton-under-Lyne, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- Escape route: If the patio doors are a way out of the house, the shutter needs an inside control and a manual override.
From survey to fitting
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
How much do patio door shutters cost?
Most patio and French doors are £1,195–£1,895 including VAT, electric, supplied and fitted. Wide bifolds cost more; you get a fixed price after survey.
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.
Do I need permission for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Ashton-under-Lyne?
External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.
How much do patio & bifold door roller shutters cost in Ashton-under-Lyne?
We use the same UK guide prices in Ashton-under-Lyne; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.