Solar shutters for properties in Crowthorne
We cover Crowthorne and the RG45 postcode district as part of Berkshire; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Our coverage around Crowthorne also includes Sandhurst, Yateley and Camberley.
Crowthorne is roughly 10 miles south-east of Reading.
Window shutters are usually chosen for security when a house is empty, for blackout in bedrooms or for keeping summer heat off the glass, and the survey in Crowthorne starts with which of those matters most to you.
On houses in Crowthorne, the practical questions are where the box can sit, how the shutter will be powered and whether the window is an escape route; the survey answers all three.
What can you choose in Crowthorne?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Crowthorne:
- Panel positionOn the headbox, or remote-mounted where the box is shaded.
- Size limitBest on windows and standard doors; very large or heavy curtains use mains power.
- ControlRadio remote, wireless wall switch, timers and smart hubs.
Guide prices for Crowthorne
| Solar roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Standard window, solar and battery | £895 – £1,295 | £745 – £1,080 |
| Patio door, solar and battery | £1,495 – £2,295 | £1,245 – £1,910 |
| Replacement battery pack | £95 – £175 | £80 – £145 |
Guide prices, per opening, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Crowthorne can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Crowthorne
As an English town, Crowthorne follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Planning: Solar shutters look much the same as mains shutters from outside, so the same planning advice applies.
- Orientation: We check daylight on the panel at survey; heavily shaded openings may need a remote panel or mains power.
How it works in Crowthorne
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
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.
Solar roller shutters in Crowthorne: questions
How long does the battery last?
Batteries are a replaceable part and typically last several years in normal use. Replacement does not mean replacing the shutter.
Can solar shutters be put on a timer?
Yes, with a compatible wireless timer or smart hub.
Is the survey free in Crowthorne?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Crowthorne are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.
Do I need permission for solar roller shutters in Crowthorne?
Possibly. External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. We recommend checking with your local council first.