Fitting perforated roller shutters in March
Surveys in March and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Cambridgeshire. Wisbech, Ely and Peterborough are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
March sits some 14 miles to the east of Peterborough.
Fitting on a high street in March is planned around trading hours, so disruption to the shop is kept to a minimum.
Manual push-up and crank shutters still suit small frontages in March where there is no power at the box or the shutter only runs once a day.
What can you choose in March?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in March:
- MixSolid laths at the bottom for kick resistance, perforated above.
- PatternMicro-perforated, standard perforated or punched vision slots.
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
Guide prices for perforated roller shutters in March
| Perforated roller shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Shopfront around 3,000 × 2,700 mm, perforated, electric | £1,695 – £2,995 | £2,035 – £3,595 |
| Punched vision laths, electric | £1,995 – £3,495 | £2,395 – £4,195 |
| Manual perforated shutter, small frontage | £995 – £1,795 | £1,195 – £2,155 |
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 March is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in March
March is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Weather: Perforations let some wind and rain through, so think about the glazing behind and draughts in exposed spots.
- Planning: A perforated shutter is often the type councils will accept on a shopfront, but an application is usually still needed.
How it works in March
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
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.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about perforated roller shutters in March
Are perforated shutters less secure?
They are slightly lighter than solid shutters of the same gauge, but still form a strong physical barrier. Solid bottom laths add kick resistance.
Why do councils prefer perforated shutters?
They keep shopping streets looking lit and active after hours rather than lined with blank steel, which many shopfront design guides encourage.
Do you cover March?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in March in the usual way; it is covered as part of Cambridgeshire.
Is the survey free in March?
Yes, surveys for new installations in March are free. Repair and service visits are charged.