Roller shutter repairs in Bicester
Bicester is roughly 11 miles north-east of Oxford.
If a shutter in Bicester is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial shutter in Bicester, including ones fitted by other companies.
Bicester is part of our Oxfordshire coverage, and addresses in the OX26 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Oxfordshire. Visits can also be arranged in Oxford, Banbury and Aylesbury, so several sites can be booked together.
What the work can involve
What we look at on a visit in Bicester:
- 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.
Guide prices for Bicester
| 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 Bicester; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Planning and safety in Bicester
In Bicester, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Fire shutters: Faults on fire shutters affect the building's fire safety; tell the person responsible for fire safety and arrange repair promptly.
- 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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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 Bicester.
Do you charge for a visit in Bicester?
Yes. Repair and service visits are charged at the rate we give you when you book. Surveys for new installations are free.