Shop shutters for properties in Durham
Whether your property is in the centre of Durham or on its edges, it is included in our County Durham coverage. Neighbouring towns we cover include Chester-le-Street (6 miles away), Houghton-le-Spring and Stanley.
From a single unit to several shops, premises in Durham can be quoted together with one consistent specification.
Manual push-up and crank shutters still suit small frontages in Durham where there is no power at the box or the shutter only runs once a day.
What can you choose in Durham?
Ways to specify shop roller shutters for Durham:
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
- OperationElectric with key switch or remote, or manual push-up, crank or chain.
- BoxBehind the fascia, or face-fixed with a hood.
Guide prices for Durham
| Shop roller shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Single shopfront around 3,000 × 2,700 mm, electric | £1,495 – £2,795 | £1,795 – £3,355 |
| Small shopfront, manual push-up or crank | £895 – £1,595 | £1,075 – £1,915 |
| Wide or double shopfront, electric | £2,495 – £4,495 | £2,995 – £5,395 |
Guide prices, per shutter, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Durham; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Durham
As an English city, Durham follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Powered shutters: Powered shutters are set up so their safety devices work, and should be maintained. Workplace rules expect powered doors to be safe in use.
- Planning: A new shutter on a shopfront usually needs planning permission, because it changes how the building looks; councils often prefer perforated shutters or internal grilles, and some areas have shopfront design guides. Listed buildings also need listed building consent.
- Fire exits: A shutter must not obstruct a fire exit while the premises are occupied. We discuss operating procedures and any interlocks with you.
How it works in Durham
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about shop roller shutters in Durham
How much does a shop shutter cost?
A typical single shopfront is £1,495–£2,795 plus VAT for an electric shutter, supplied and fitted. Manual shutters and smaller frontages cost less; wide frontages and premium finishes cost more.
Can you replace just the curtain?
Often, yes. If the box, barrel and guides are sound, a new curtain is cheaper than a complete shutter.
Do I need permission for shop roller shutters in Durham?
New external shutters on shopfronts and street-facing elevations usually need planning permission. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.
Do you cover Durham?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in Durham in the usual way; it is covered as part of County Durham.