Fitting solar roller shutters in Reading
Reading is part of our Berkshire coverage, and addresses in the RG1 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Berkshire. Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
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 Reading starts with which of those matters most to you.
On houses in Reading, 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.
Which options suit you?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Reading:
- ControlRadio remote, wireless wall switch, timers and smart hubs.
- BatteryReplaceable battery pack inside the headbox.
- Size limitBest on windows and standard doors; very large or heavy curtains use mains power.
Guide prices for solar roller shutters in Reading
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Reading too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Reading
Reading is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Orientation: We check daylight on the panel at survey; heavily shaded openings may need a remote panel or mains power.
- Planning: Solar shutters look much the same as mains shutters from outside, so the same planning advice applies.
How it works in Reading
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.
Solar roller shutters in Reading: questions
Are solar shutters more expensive?
The shutter costs more than a mains version, but you save on electrical work, which often makes the total similar.
Can solar shutters be put on a timer?
Yes, with a compatible wireless timer or smart hub.
Do I need permission for solar roller shutters in Reading?
External shutters on listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas often have tighter rules. If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.
How much do solar roller shutters cost in Reading?
The guide prices above apply in Reading. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.