Perforated shutters for properties in Cardiff
Cardiff is part of our South Glamorgan coverage, and addresses in the city's postcode districts are covered in the same way as the rest of South Glamorgan. Neighbouring towns we cover include Penarth (3 miles away), Caerphilly and Barry.
For shops in Cardiff, the shutter is specified around how often it runs, how the frontage looks and what your landlord or council expects.
Perforated and grille shutters let passers-by in Cardiff see the window display after hours, which many councils prefer on shopping streets.
Options for perforated roller shutters in Cardiff
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Cardiff:
- PatternMicro-perforated, standard perforated or punched vision slots.
- MixSolid laths at the bottom for kick resistance, perforated above.
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
Guide prices for perforated roller shutters in Cardiff
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Cardiff; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Cardiff
Cardiff is in Wales, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the county or county borough 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.
What happens next
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.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Frequently asked 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.
Can I see into the shop through a perforated shutter?
Yes, especially when the shop is lit. Punched vision laths give a clearer view.
Is the survey free in Cardiff?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Cardiff are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do you cover Cardiff?
Yes. Cardiff and the city's postcode districts are part of our coverage across South Glamorgan.