Repairs for properties in Musselburgh
We cover Musselburgh and the EH21 postcode district as part of Edinburgh & the Lothians; you book a visit here exactly as you would anywhere else. Visits can also be arranged in Dalkeith, Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy, so several sites can be booked together.
For reference, Musselburgh lies about 6 miles east of Edinburgh.
For premises in Musselburgh with more than one shutter, a planned service visit usually costs less than waiting for breakdowns.
We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial shutter in Musselburgh, including ones fitted by other companies.
What roller shutter repairs can cover in Musselburgh
What roller shutter repairs in Musselburgh can cover:
- 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.
Prices for roller shutter repairs in Musselburgh
| 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.
Guide prices only: the make, size and condition of your shutter decide the final figure, and nothing beyond the visit is done without your say-so.
Rules that apply in Musselburgh
In Musselburgh, as elsewhere in Scotland, planning questions go to your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- 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.
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.
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.
Fixed and reported
We complete the work, test the shutter and leave a short written report.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
Do you cover Musselburgh?
Yes, we carry out roller shutter repairs in Musselburgh (EH21) as part of our Edinburgh & the Lothians coverage.
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 Musselburgh.