Aluminium shopfronts in Braintree
Our aluminium shopfronts in Braintree come with a free site survey, an itemised written quotation and a guide price from £2,450 plus VAT.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £2,450 to £7,995
- Lead time
- 3 to 4 weeks after drawing sign-off
What happens in Braintree?
Local rules matter more than people expect. Braintree District Council handles planning for Braintree, and its view of external shutters and frontage changes shapes what we recommend.
What is worth knowing?
Which colours work best?
Dark greys and black are the most requested because they frame the shop well. In a conservation area, ask us first, as colour can matter to the council.
How is the frontage measured?
We measure the structural opening, not the old frame. Lintel condition, floor level and how square the opening is all get recorded at survey.
Can I keep trading during the work?
Often, in part. Fitting days can be planned for your quiet days, and closed-day or out-of-hours work can be arranged.
What should you budget?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £2,450 to £3,995 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £3,195 to £5,195 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £3,995 to £6,495 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £4,795 to £7,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Will this need planning permission in Braintree?
A like-for-like replacement often does not need permission, but a visibly different frontage usually does. The application goes to Braintree District Council. Illuminated signs can need advertisement consent, depending on size, position and area. Listed buildings need listed building consent as well.
What do people ask about aluminium shopfronts in Braintree?
Can you add a shutter to the new shopfront?
Yes, and it is best planned now. We can price the frontage and shutter as one job.
Do you cover the postcodes around Braintree?
Yes, including CM77, CM7 and CO9.
How soon can you fit an aluminium shopfront in Braintree?
Lead time is 3 to 4 weeks after drawing sign-off. We book the fitting days around your trading.
How much does an aluminium shopfront cost?
Guide prices start from £2,450 plus VAT for a unit up to 3 m wide. The final price comes from a free site survey.
Where else do we fit aluminium shopfronts near Braintree?
What else can we do in Braintree?
Find out what your frontage will cost in Braintree
Answer four quick questions for a guide price, or book a free survey for a firm one.