Roller shutter motor replacement in Gillingham
Visits to Gillingham and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Kent. Visits can also be arranged in Chatham, Rochester and Strood, so several sites can be booked together.
For reference, Gillingham lies about 9 miles north of Maidstone.
Repair and service visits in Gillingham are charged; we tell you the visit cost before booking and agree anything beyond it with you.
We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial shutter in Gillingham, including ones fitted by other companies.
What the work can involve
How roller shutter motor replacement is handled in Gillingham:
- ShopTube motors or external drives with key switch.
- IndustrialDirect-drive gear motors with emergency hand operation.
- DomesticTubular motors for window, door and garage shutters.
Prices for roller shutter motor replacement in Gillingham
| 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 Gillingham when you book, and agree anything beyond it before doing the work.
Rules that apply in Gillingham
In Gillingham, 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
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.
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 Gillingham: 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.
How do I know if my shutter motor has failed?
If the shutter hums but does not move, stops part way, or does nothing when the power and switch are fine, the motor or its limits are the likely cause. We test before replacing.
Do you work on shutters fitted by other companies?
Yes. We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial roller shutter, wherever they came from.
Do you charge for a visit in Gillingham?
Yes. Repair and service visits are charged at the rate we give you when you book. Surveys for new installations are free.