Our roller shutter repairs service in Tynemouth
Tynemouth sits some 8 miles to the east of Newcastle upon Tyne.
If a shutter in Tynemouth is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
When a shutter in Tynemouth fails, photos of the shutter, the box and any labels help us bring the likely parts on the first visit.
Visits to Tynemouth and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Tyne and Wear. Visits can also be arranged in North Shields, South Shields and Whitley Bay, so several sites can be booked together.
What the work can involve
What we look at on a visit in Tynemouth:
- ElectricalMotors, limit settings, switches, remotes and control panels.
- SecurityLocks, anti-lift devices and forced-entry damage.
- MechanicalLaths, guides, bottom rails, end locks, springs and barrels.
Guide prices for roller shutter repairs in Tynemouth
| 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 Tynemouth; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Planning and safety in Tynemouth
Tynemouth 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.
How it works in Tynemouth
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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 cover Tynemouth?
Yes. Tynemouth and the NE30 postcode district are part of our coverage across Tyne and Wear.
Do you work on shutters fitted by other companies?
Yes. We work on most makes of domestic, shop and industrial roller shutter, wherever they came from.