Window roller shutters across Edinburgh & the Lothians
Window roller shutters for homes in Edinburgh & the Lothians, measured on site and fitted to the survey.
Edinburgh & the Lothians covers City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian, and we survey and fit throughout.
We have local pages for 5 towns in Edinburgh & the Lothians, starting with Edinburgh. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Fife, Stirling & Falkirk, Lanarkshire.
Each window in Edinburgh & the Lothians is measured to the real opening, including the lintel, render beads and cill, which is why the survey comes before any price is fixed.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh & the Lothians include:
- Window shutters in Edinburgh
- Window shutters in Livingston
- Window shutters in Musselburgh
- Window shutters in Bathgate
- Window shutters in Dalkeith
Options for window roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians
The main choices for window roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians:
- Headbox positionFace-fixed under the lintel, recessed into the reveal, or concealed behind render or a soffit on new work.
- Light and airLaths with small slots let a little light and air through when the shutter is down but not fully closed.
- FinishWhite, anthracite, black, cream, silver, brown and woodgrain foils as standard, with RAL colours to match frames.
- OperationElectric with a wall switch or remote, solar with a built-in battery where there is no easy power, or manual by strap or crank.
How much do window roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
| Window roller shutters | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Small window up to 1,000 × 1,200 mm, electric | £545 – £795 | £455 – £660 |
| Standard window around 1,500 × 1,300 mm, electric | £695 – £995 | £580 – £830 |
| Large window or wide bay section, electric | £895 – £1,395 | £745 – £1,160 |
| Standard window, manual crank | £495 – £745 | £410 – £620 |
Guide prices, per window, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh & the Lothians
Across Edinburgh & the Lothians, planning follows the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 and the Scottish permitted development rules.
- Escape windows: If a shutter covers a window you would use to get out in a fire, it must open from inside without a key. We fit a manual override or battery backup on those openings.
- Planning: Whether external shutters on a house need permission depends on the property and the council. Listed buildings need consent for external alterations, and conservation areas often bring tighter rules, so check before ordering. We provide drawings and product details for an application.
- Electrics: Motors are wired to BS 7671 and the Scottish building standards for electrical safety.
- Ventilation: A closed shutter reduces airflow round trickle vents, so on rooms with gas appliances or poor ventilation we specify slotted laths or a part-open setting.
How it works
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Window roller shutters in Edinburgh & the Lothians: questions
Will a shutter stop me opening my window?
No. The shutter runs outside the window, so you can still open casements when it is raised. Inward-opening tilt-and-turn windows can also be opened with the shutter down.
Can I fit shutters to just some windows?
Yes. Many people start with ground-floor windows facing the street or the bedrooms they want dark, and add more later in a matching finish.
How much do window roller shutters cost in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
Typical prices are shown above. A survey at your property in Edinburgh & the Lothians confirms the specification and fixes the price.
Is the survey free in Edinburgh & the Lothians?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Edinburgh & the Lothians are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.