Roller shutter repairs across Edinburgh & the Lothians
Roller shutter repairs across Edinburgh & the Lothians, for domestic, shop and industrial shutters, including ones fitted by other companies.
Edinburgh & the Lothians covers City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian, and we carry out this work throughout.
We have local pages for 5 towns in Edinburgh & the Lothians, starting with Edinburgh. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Fife, Stirling & Falkirk, Lanarkshire.
A motor that hums but does not turn, a shutter that stops part-way or a remote that has stopped working can all be diagnosed on site in Edinburgh & the Lothians.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh & the Lothians include:
- Repairs in Edinburgh
- Repairs in Livingston
- Repairs in Musselburgh
- Repairs in Bathgate
- Repairs in Dalkeith
What the work can involve
What we look at on a visit in Edinburgh & the Lothians:
- MechanicalLaths, guides, bottom rails, end locks, springs and barrels.
- ElectricalMotors, limit settings, switches, remotes and control panels.
- SecurityLocks, anti-lift devices and forced-entry damage.
How much do roller shutter repairs cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
| 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.
Use these to budget in Edinburgh & the Lothians; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Across Edinburgh & the Lothians, planning follows the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 and the Scottish permitted development rules.
- 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
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.
Roller shutter repairs in Edinburgh & the Lothians: questions
My shutter came down on its own, is it safe?
Keep people away from it and do not try to lift it by hand; a broken spring or failed brake can make it move unexpectedly. Call us and we will make it safe.
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.
How much do roller shutter repairs cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
We use the same UK guide prices in Edinburgh & the Lothians; anything beyond the visit is confirmed with you first.
Do you charge for a visit in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
Yes. Repair and service visits are charged at the rate we give you when you book. Surveys for new installations are free.