Servicing for properties in Kirkwall
Kirkwall is an island town, so work there is arranged in advance around ferry travel, with surveys and installation scheduled together where possible and travel costs quoted up front.
If a shutter in Kirkwall is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
For premises in Kirkwall with more than one shutter, a planned service visit usually costs less than waiting for breakdowns.
What roller shutter servicing can cover in Kirkwall
What roller shutter servicing in Kirkwall can cover:
- PlansAnnual maintenance plans priced per shutter.
- IntervalEvery six months for busy doors, yearly for lighter use.
- ScopeMechanical, electrical and safety-device checks with a written report.
Prices for roller shutter servicing in Kirkwall
| Roller shutter servicing | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Service visit, first shutter | £150 – £235 | £125 – £195 |
| Each additional shutter on the same visit | £55 – £115 | £45 – £95 |
| Annual maintenance plan, per shutter | £175 – £355 | £145 – £295 |
Guide prices, per visit unless stated. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Use these to budget in Kirkwall; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Rules that apply in Kirkwall
As a Scottish town, Kirkwall follows the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 and the Scottish permitted development rules.
- Workplace duties: Employers and people in control of premises must keep powered doors safe and maintained; a service record helps show this.
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 often should roller shutters be serviced?
Busy commercial and industrial doors are usually serviced every six months, lighter-use shutters once a year. Fire shutters need at least an annual service and drop test.
What does a shutter service include?
We check the curtain, guides, barrel, springs, motor, brakes, limits, locks and safety devices, carry out minor adjustments, and give you a written report.
How much does roller shutter servicing cost in Kirkwall?
The guide prices above apply in Kirkwall. We tell you the visit cost when you book and agree any parts or extra work before doing it.
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 Kirkwall.