Fitting solar roller shutters in Folkestone
We cover Folkestone and the CT19 postcode district as part of Kent; you book a survey here exactly as you would anywhere else. Other towns nearby that we cover include Dover, Ashford (Kent) and Deal.
Folkestone sits some 31 miles to the south-east of Maidstone.
Each window in Folkestone is measured to the real opening, including the lintel, render beads and cill, which is why the survey comes before any price is fixed.
Bedroom shutters in Folkestone can run on a timer, closing at night and opening in the morning without anyone touching a switch.
What can you choose in Folkestone?
Ways to specify solar roller shutters for Folkestone:
- ControlRadio remote, wireless wall switch, timers and smart hubs.
- 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.
Guide prices for Folkestone
| 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 Folkestone can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
What to check in Folkestone before ordering
In Folkestone, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to 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.
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.
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.
Solar roller shutters in Folkestone: 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.
Do solar shutters work in winter?
Yes. The panel charges in daylight, not just sunshine, and a full battery runs the shutter for many cycles. Very shaded spots are assessed at survey.
How much do solar roller shutters cost in Folkestone?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Folkestone confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Is the survey free in Folkestone?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Folkestone are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.