Repairs for properties in Chelmsford
For premises in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, including ones fitted by other companies.
We cover Chelmsford and the CM1 postcode district as part of Essex; you book a visit here exactly as you would anywhere else. Other towns nearby that we cover include Billericay, Witham and Maldon.
What the work can involve
What we look at on a visit in Chelmsford:
- SecurityLocks, anti-lift devices and forced-entry damage.
- MechanicalLaths, guides, bottom rails, end locks, springs and barrels.
- ElectricalMotors, limit settings, switches, remotes and control panels.
Prices for roller shutter repairs in Chelmsford
| 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 Chelmsford
Chelmsford is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
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.
Cost agreed first
Anything beyond the visit is priced and agreed with you before the work is done.
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 repairs in Chelmsford
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.
Can you repair any make of shutter?
We repair most domestic and commercial roller shutters. If a part is no longer made we will offer a compatible alternative or a replacement curtain or motor.
Do you cover Chelmsford?
Yes, we carry out roller shutter repairs in Chelmsford (CM1) as part of our Essex 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 Chelmsford.