Our shop roller shutters service in Ilford
Whether your property is in the centre of Ilford or on its edges, it is included in our Greater London coverage. Neighbouring towns we cover include Barking (2 miles away), Leytonstone and Stratford.
Ilford is roughly 9 miles east of central London.
We check the fascia, the box space and the power supply on every shopfront in Ilford before quoting, so the fixed price reflects the real job.
If your shop in Ilford is on a parade or in a conservation area, the look of the shutter matters as much as the security, so we talk through planning-friendly options such as perforated laths or a box behind the fascia.
Options for shop roller shutters in Ilford
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Ilford:
- OperationElectric with key switch or remote, or manual push-up, crank or chain.
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
- CurtainSolid, perforated, punched (vision) or a roller grille.
Guide prices for shop roller shutters in Ilford
| 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 Ilford; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
What to check in Ilford before ordering
In Ilford, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- 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.
- Fire exits: A shutter must not obstruct a fire exit while the premises are occupied. We discuss operating procedures and any interlocks with you.
What happens next
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
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 planning permission for a shop shutter?
Usually yes. A new external shutter on a shopfront changes how the building looks, so most councils expect an application, and some have shopfront design guides that prefer perforated shutters or internal grilles. We can supply drawings and product details.
Do I need permission for shop roller shutters in Ilford?
Possibly. New external shutters on shopfronts and street-facing elevations usually need planning permission. We recommend checking with your local council first.
Is the survey free in Ilford?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Ilford are free. Repair and service visits are charged.