Our roller shutter repairs service in Exeter
Visits to Exeter and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Devon. Other towns nearby that we cover include Exmouth, Tiverton and Newton Abbot.
For reference, Exeter lies about 36 miles north-east of Plymouth.
If a shutter in Exeter is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
For premises in Exeter with more than one shutter, a planned service visit usually costs less than waiting for breakdowns.
Faults and work we handle in Exeter
The work usually involved in Exeter:
- SecurityLocks, anti-lift devices and forced-entry damage.
- ElectricalMotors, limit settings, switches, remotes and control panels.
- MechanicalLaths, guides, bottom rails, end locks, springs and barrels.
Guide prices for roller shutter repairs in Exeter
| Roller shutter repairs | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic visit and first hour | £150 – £235 | £125 – £195 |
| Replacement laths, per lath fitted on the visit | £40 – £100 | £35 – £85 |
| Guide or bottom rail repair | £175 – £475 | £145 – £395 |
| Spring re-tension or replacement | £235 – £655 | £195 – £545 |
Guide prices, plus parts where stated. VAT at 20% where it applies.
These are UK guide prices. We tell you the visit cost for Exeter when you book, and agree anything beyond it before doing the work.
Rules that apply in Exeter
As an English city, Exeter follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Safety first: Do not keep forcing a shutter that has jammed or dropped; a sprung or heavy curtain can move suddenly. Keep people clear and call us.
- Fire shutters: Faults on fire shutters affect the building's fire safety; tell the person responsible for fire safety and arrange repair promptly.
How it works in Exeter
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.
Questions about roller shutter repairs in Exeter
How much does a roller shutter repair cost?
A visit with diagnosis and the first hour is usually £125–£195 plus VAT, with parts on top. We tell you the cost before carrying out anything beyond that.
Why has my roller shutter stopped working?
Common causes are a tripped or failed motor, limits that have drifted, laths jumping out of a guide, a broken spring on manual shutters, or a jammed lock. Photos help us diagnose it before we visit.
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 Exeter.
Do you charge for a visit in Exeter?
Yes, visits for repairs and servicing are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking. New-installation surveys are free.