Motor replacement for properties in Folkestone
Visits to Folkestone and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Kent. Visits can also be arranged in Dover, Ashford (Kent) and Deal, so several sites can be booked together.
For reference, Folkestone lies about 31 miles south-east of Maidstone.
When a shutter in Folkestone 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 Folkestone are charged; we tell you the visit cost before booking and agree anything beyond it with you.
Faults and work we handle in Folkestone
What we look at on a visit in Folkestone:
- ShopTube motors or external drives with key switch.
- IndustrialDirect-drive gear motors with emergency hand operation.
- DomesticTubular motors for window, door and garage shutters.
Guide prices for Folkestone
| 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.
These are UK guide prices. We tell you the visit cost for Folkestone when you book, and agree anything beyond it before doing the work.
What to check in Folkestone before ordering
In Folkestone, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to 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.
What happens next
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.
Cost agreed first
Anything beyond the visit is priced and agreed with you before the work is done.
Fixed and reported
We complete the work, test the shutter and leave a short written report.
Roller shutter motor replacement in Folkestone: 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.
Do you cover Folkestone?
Yes, we carry out roller shutter motor replacement in Folkestone (CT19) as part of our Kent coverage.
Do you charge for a visit in Folkestone?
Yes, visits for repairs and servicing are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking. New-installation surveys are free.