Electric roller shutters in Portswood
We supply and fit electric roller shutters in Portswood, starting with a free site survey. Guide prices start from £1,450 plus VAT.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £1,450 to £3,995
- Lead time
- 2 to 3 weeks after survey
What can you expect in Portswood?
Local rules matter more than people expect. Southampton City Council handles planning for Portswood, and its view of external shutters and frontage changes shapes what we recommend.
What should you check before you decide?
Steel or aluminium laths?
Steel is stronger and heavier. Aluminium is lighter and quieter, which helps under flats. Most shops are well served by either.
Surface box or hidden box?
A surface box under the fascia is quicker and cheaper. A hidden box looks far better, but needs height above the door head and a removable access panel.
What about a fire exit?
A shutter must never trap people in. If it covers an escape route, it needs to be open while the premises are occupied, or opened easily from inside.
What are the guide prices?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £1,450 to £1,995 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £1,895 to £2,595 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £2,395 to £3,195 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £2,895 to £3,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Do you need consent in Portswood?
An external shutter normally needs planning permission from Southampton City Council. An internal shutter or grille often does not, so it is worth checking before you order. 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 electric roller shutters in Portswood?
Do I need planning permission for a shutter in Portswood?
An external shutter usually needs it, and Southampton City Council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too.
Do you cover the postcodes around Portswood?
Yes, including SO17, SO18 and SO16.
Can you match the shutter to my shopfront?
Yes. We powder coat to a RAL colour to match your frame as closely as we can.
How much does an electric roller shutter cost?
Guide prices start from £1,450 plus VAT for an opening up to 3 m wide. A free survey sets the price.
Where else do we fit electric roller shutters near Portswood?
What else can we do in Portswood?
Find out what your frontage will cost in Portswood
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