Fitting patio & bifold door roller shutters in Sittingbourne
Surveys in Sittingbourne and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Kent. We also cover Faversham, Gillingham and Chatham, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Sittingbourne sits some 11 miles to the north-east of Maidstone.
If you are building an extension in Sittingbourne, tell us early: the shutter box is easiest to hide when it is planned before the lintel goes in.
The box over a door in Sittingbourne can be face-fixed, tucked under a soffit or built into an extension, and the survey shows which is possible.
Specifying patio & bifold door roller shutters for Sittingbourne
Ways to specify patio & bifold door roller shutters for Sittingbourne:
- PowerMains tubular motor; solar on smaller doors where there is no supply.
- Single or splitOne curtain up to around 3,000 mm, or two on a centre post for wider openings.
- ShadeSlotted laths let light through in the part-closed position.
Guide prices for Sittingbourne
| 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 Sittingbourne; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Sittingbourne
Sittingbourne is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- 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.
How it works in Sittingbourne
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 Sittingbourne
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.
Can the headbox be hidden?
On new extensions it can be built into the roof edge or behind a fascia. On existing houses it is fitted neatly under the lintel and colour-matched.
Do you cover Sittingbourne?
Yes. Sittingbourne and the ME10 postcode district are part of our coverage across Kent.
Do I need permission for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Sittingbourne?
Possibly. External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. We recommend checking with your local council first.