Roller shutter repairs in Washington
We cover Washington and the NE37 postcode district as part of Tyne and Wear; you book a visit here exactly as you would anywhere else. Other towns nearby that we cover include Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn.
For reference, Washington lies about 6 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne.
For premises in Washington 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 Washington, including ones fitted by other companies.
What the work can involve
The work usually involved in Washington:
- 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.
Guide prices for Washington
| 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.
These are UK guide prices. We tell you the visit cost for Washington when you book, and agree anything beyond it before doing the work.
What to check in Washington before ordering
In Washington, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to 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.
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.
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
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.
How much do roller shutter repairs cost in Washington?
The guide prices above apply in Washington. We tell you the visit cost when you book and agree any parts or extra work before doing it.
Do you charge for a visit in Washington?
Yes. Repair and service visits are charged at the rate we give you when you book. Surveys for new installations are free.