Perforated roller shutters across Edinburgh & the Lothians
Perforated roller shutters for shops and businesses in Edinburgh & the Lothians, measured on site and fitted to the survey.
Edinburgh & the Lothians covers City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian, and we survey and fit throughout.
We have local pages for 5 towns in Edinburgh & the Lothians, starting with Edinburgh. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Fife, Stirling & Falkirk, Lanarkshire.
Manual push-up and crank shutters still suit small frontages in Edinburgh & the Lothians where there is no power at the box or the shutter only runs once a day.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh & the Lothians include:
- Perforated shutters in Edinburgh
- Perforated shutters in Livingston
- Perforated shutters in Musselburgh
- Perforated shutters in Bathgate
- Perforated shutters in Dalkeith
Choosing perforated roller shutters for properties in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Edinburgh & the Lothians:
- PatternMicro-perforated, standard perforated or punched vision slots.
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
- MixSolid laths at the bottom for kick resistance, perforated above.
How much do perforated roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
| 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 Edinburgh & the Lothians is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Planning questions anywhere in Edinburgh & the Lothians go to your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- Planning: A perforated shutter is often the type councils will accept on a shopfront, but an application is usually still needed.
- Weather: Perforations let some wind and rain through, so think about the glazing behind and draughts in exposed spots.
How it works
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Perforated roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians: questions
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.
How much do perforated roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
The guide prices above apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Is the survey free in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Edinburgh & the Lothians are free. Repair and service visits are charged.