Shop roller shutters across Kent
We supply and fit shop roller shutters throughout Kent, from Maidstone to the smaller towns, with one written price per job.
We have local pages for 23 towns in Kent, starting with Maidstone. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Essex, East Sussex, Greater London.
Fitting on a high street in Kent is planned around trading hours, so disruption to the shop is kept to a minimum.
Towns we cover in Kent include:
- Shop shutters in Maidstone
- Shop shutters in Gillingham
- Shop shutters in Chatham
- Shop shutters in Tunbridge Wells
- Shop shutters in Folkestone
- Shop shutters in Margate
- Shop shutters in Ashford (Kent)
- Shop shutters in Canterbury
- Shop shutters in Sittingbourne
- Shop shutters in Gravesend
- Shop shutters in Dartford
- Shop shutters in Ramsgate
- Shop shutters in Dover
- Shop shutters in Tonbridge
- Shop shutters in Strood
- Shop shutters in Whitstable
- Shop shutters in Deal
- Shop shutters in Sevenoaks
- Shop shutters in Rochester
- Shop shutters in Herne Bay
- Shop shutters in Broadstairs
- Shop shutters in Faversham
- Shop shutters in Swanley
Choosing shop roller shutters for properties in Kent
Ways to specify shop roller shutters for Kent:
- MaterialGalvanised steel, powder-coated steel or aluminium.
- CurtainSolid, perforated, punched (vision) or a roller grille.
- BoxBehind the fascia, or face-fixed with a hood.
- OperationElectric with key switch or remote, or manual push-up, crank or chain.
How much do shop roller shutters cost in Kent?
| 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.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Kent can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Kent
Across Kent, planning follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- 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.
- 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.
How it works
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Shop roller shutters in Kent: 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.
Is the survey free in Kent?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do I need permission for shop roller shutters in Kent?
Possibly. New external shutters on shopfronts and street-facing elevations usually need planning permission. We recommend checking with your local council first.