Roller shutter servicing in Folkestone
Folkestone is part of our Kent coverage, and addresses in the CT19 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Kent. Neighbouring towns we cover include Dover (7 miles away), Ashford (Kent) and Deal.
Folkestone is roughly 31 miles south-east of Maidstone.
If a shutter in Folkestone is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
A motor that hums but does not turn, a shutter that stops part-way or a remote that has stopped working can all be diagnosed on site in Folkestone.
Faults and work we handle in Folkestone
What we look at on a visit in Folkestone:
- PlansAnnual maintenance plans priced per shutter.
- ScopeMechanical, electrical and safety-device checks with a written report.
- IntervalEvery six months for busy doors, yearly for lighter use.
Guide prices for roller shutter servicing in Folkestone
| 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 Folkestone; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Rules that apply in Folkestone
In Folkestone, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Workplace duties: Employers and people in control of premises must keep powered doors safe and maintained; a service record helps show this.
What happens next
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.
Roller shutter servicing in Folkestone: questions
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 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.
Do you charge for a visit in Folkestone?
Yes, visits for repairs and servicing are charged, and we tell you the cost before booking. New-installation surveys are free.
Do you cover Folkestone?
Yes, we carry out roller shutter servicing in Folkestone (CT19) as part of our Kent coverage.