Motor replacement for properties in Braintree
Visits to Braintree and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Essex. Visits can also be arranged in Witham, Chelmsford and Maldon, so several sites can be booked together.
Braintree is roughly 10 miles north of Chelmsford.
Repair and service visits in Braintree are charged; we tell you the visit cost before booking and agree anything beyond it with you.
A motor that hums but does not turn, a shutter that stops part-way or a remote that has stopped working can all be diagnosed on site in Braintree.
Faults and work we handle in Braintree
What we look at on a visit in Braintree:
- DomesticTubular motors for window, door and garage shutters.
- ShopTube motors or external drives with key switch.
- IndustrialDirect-drive gear motors with emergency hand operation.
Guide prices for roller shutter motor replacement in Braintree
| Roller shutter motor replacement | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic tubular motor | £295 – £595 | £245 – £495 |
| Shop or commercial tube motor | £715 – £1,435 | £595 – £1,195 |
| Industrial side-mounted gear motor | £1,075 – £2,275 | £895 – £1,895 |
Guide prices, per motor, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Guide prices only: the make, size and condition of your shutter decide the final figure, and nothing beyond the visit is done without your say-so.
Rules that apply in Braintree
As an English town, Braintree follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Electrical work: Motors are wired to BS 7671; any change to the supply is done by a qualified electrician.
From enquiry to finished job
Send photos and details
Tell us what the shutter is doing, roughly how big it is, and send photos of the shutter, box and any labels.
Visit and diagnosis
An engineer checks the shutter, finds the cause and explains the options.
Your go-ahead
You approve any parts or extra work before we carry it out.
Work done, report left
The shutter is tested after the work and you get a record of what was found and done.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new shutter motor cost?
A domestic tubular motor is usually £295–£595 including VAT fitted (£245–£495 plus VAT); commercial and industrial motors cost more depending on size and duty.
Can I replace the motor without replacing the shutter?
Yes, in most cases. The motor slides out of the barrel or unbolts from the side.
How much does roller shutter motor replacement cost in Braintree?
We use the same UK guide prices in Braintree; anything beyond the visit is confirmed with you first.
Do you cover Braintree?
Yes. Braintree and the CM7 postcode district are part of our coverage across Essex.