Fitting patio & bifold door roller shutters in Taunton
Whether your property is in the centre of Taunton or on its edges, it is included in our Somerset coverage. We also cover Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea and Tiverton, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Wide patio and bifold openings in Taunton 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.
Because a door shutter can cover an escape route, each one we fit in Taunton has an inside control that works without a key, plus a manual override or battery backup.
Which options suit you?
Ways to specify patio & bifold door roller shutters for Taunton:
- 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 Taunton
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Taunton is fixed in writing after survey.
Planning and safety in Taunton
In Taunton, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to 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.
- Planning: Rear shutters are less visible, but listed buildings and conservation areas can still need consent.
- 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 Taunton
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
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.
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 I need permission for patio & bifold door roller shutters in Taunton?
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.
Is the survey free in Taunton?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Taunton are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.