Our roller shutter motor replacement service in Skelmersdale
We cover Skelmersdale and the WN8 postcode district as part of Lancashire; you book a visit here exactly as you would anywhere else. Other towns nearby that we cover include Ormskirk, Wigan and Kirkby.
Skelmersdale is roughly 15 miles south of Preston.
We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial shutter in Skelmersdale, including ones fitted by other companies.
If a shutter in Skelmersdale is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
What the work can involve
What roller shutter motor replacement in Skelmersdale can cover:
- DomesticTubular motors for window, door and garage shutters.
- IndustrialDirect-drive gear motors with emergency hand operation.
- ShopTube motors or external drives with key switch.
Prices for roller shutter motor replacement in Skelmersdale
| 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 Skelmersdale when you book, and agree anything beyond it before doing the work.
Rules that apply in Skelmersdale
In Skelmersdale, 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.
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.
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.
Questions about roller shutter motor replacement in Skelmersdale
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.
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 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 Skelmersdale.
Do you cover Skelmersdale?
Yes, we carry out roller shutter motor replacement in Skelmersdale (WN8) as part of our Lancashire coverage.