Our roller shutter servicing service in Washington
Washington is roughly 6 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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 Washington.
If a shutter in Washington is no longer worth repairing, we will say so and price a replacement curtain or motor instead of a repeat visit.
Visits to Washington and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Tyne and Wear. Visits can also be arranged in Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn, so several sites can be booked together.
Faults and work we handle in Washington
The work usually involved in Washington:
- 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.
Prices for roller shutter servicing in Washington
| 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 Washington; parts and any extra work are confirmed with you on the day before we go ahead.
Rules that apply in Washington
Washington is in England, so planning decisions sit with 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.
Your go-ahead
You approve any parts or extra work before we carry it out.
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 Washington?
We use the same UK guide prices in Washington; anything beyond the visit is confirmed with you first.
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 Washington.