Shopfronts and shutters in Derry/Londonderry
For Derry/Londonderry, we offer one route for the whole frontage: one surveyor, one drawing, one written quotation and one team on fitting day.
How do we work in Derry/Londonderry?
Derry City and Strabane District Council is the planning authority here. We cover postcodes including BT48 and BT47, and nearby places include Strabane and Limavady.
What can we do in Derry/Londonderry?
| Service | Price plus VAT |
|---|---|
| Frameless glass shopfronts | From £4,995 |
| Shutter repairs and servicing | Quoted after inspection |
| Shopfront repairs | £165, first hour included |
| Shopfront and shutter packages | From £3,895 |
| Insulated roller shutters | From £1,850 |
| Steel shopfronts | From £3,600 |
| Electric roller shutters | From £1,450 |
| Vision roller shutters | From £2,195 |
| Aluminium shopfronts | From £2,450 |
| High-security shutters | From £3,995 |
| Shutter servicing | Fixed £145 |
| Perforated roller shutters | From £1,750 |
What should you think about first?
Why plan the frontage and shutter together?
Because the shutter box needs a home. Plan it with the fascia and it disappears. Add it later and it usually ends up on the face of the building.
Should I choose solid or perforated?
Solid gives more privacy and strength. Perforated keeps the window working at night. On the outside of a shop, some councils resist both, so check before you choose.
What should I do if a shutter or door fails?
Stop using it if it looks unsafe, keep people clear and take a photo. Do not force a stuck shutter, as the springs and barrel are under load.
Will this need planning permission in Derry/Londonderry?
Probably, if it is external. Derry City and Strabane District Council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too. In Northern Ireland, councils decide planning applications, and Building Control applications are separate. Listed buildings need listed building consent.
What do people ask?
Do you cover Derry/Londonderry?
Yes. We survey and fit here, and the survey for new work is free.
Which council handles planning in Derry/Londonderry?
Derry City and Strabane District Council. We tell you at survey whether your work needs consent.
How long does a package take in Derry/Londonderry?
For aluminium and steel frontages, usually 3 to 6 weeks from drawing sign-off. Other materials are confirmed on your quotation.
Do you cover Derry/Londonderry for both the shopfront and shutter?
Yes. One surveyor and one fitting team handle both parts in Derry/Londonderry.
Find out what your frontage will cost in Derry/Londonderry
Answer four quick questions for a guide price, or book a free survey for a firm one.