Roller shutter motor replacement in Letchworth Garden City
We cover Letchworth Garden City and the SG6 postcode district as part of Hertfordshire; you book a visit here exactly as you would anywhere else. Visits can also be arranged in Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton, so several sites can be booked together.
Letchworth Garden City sits some 24 miles to the north of Watford.
When a shutter in Letchworth Garden City fails, photos of the shutter, the box and any labels help us bring the likely parts on the first visit.
Repair and service visits in Letchworth Garden City are charged; we tell you the visit cost before booking and agree anything beyond it with you.
What the work can involve
How roller shutter motor replacement is handled in Letchworth Garden City:
- ShopTube motors or external drives with key switch.
- DomesticTubular motors for window, door and garage shutters.
- IndustrialDirect-drive gear motors with emergency hand operation.
Guide prices for roller shutter motor replacement in Letchworth Garden City
| 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.
Planning and safety in Letchworth Garden City
Letchworth Garden City is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Electrical work: Motors are wired to BS 7671; any change to the supply is done by a qualified electrician.
From enquiry to finished job
Describe the problem
What the shutter is doing, what it is made of and roughly when it was fitted, with photos if possible.
Engineer visit
We inspect the shutter, controls and safety devices and confirm what is needed.
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
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 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.
Do you charge for a visit in Letchworth Garden City?
Yes. Repair and service visits are charged at the rate we give you when you book. Surveys for new installations are free.
Do you work on shutters fitted by other companies?
Yes, most makes and ages of shutter; photos and any labels help us bring the right parts to Letchworth Garden City.