Perforated roller shutters across Essex
Need a perforated roller shutter across Essex? We survey the opening, tell you what to check on consent, then make and fit it. Guide prices start at £1,750 plus VAT.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £1,750 to £4,295
- Lead time
- 2 to 3 weeks after survey

How does it work across Essex?
From city-centre units to village parades, the job starts the same way. Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Colchester and Chelmsford are among the places we cover. Councils here include Southend-on-Sea, Tendring and Basildon. Southend, Basildon and Chelmsford have large retail streets, and Colchester and Saffron Walden have older centres.
What should you think about first?
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.
Can the shutter match my frontage?
Yes. Curtain, box and guides are powder coated to a RAL colour to match your frame as closely as the finish allows.
Do I need a safety edge?
That depends on the risk assessment. Powered shutters near the public are assessed against BS EN 12453, and we quote what the result calls for.
What should you budget?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £1,750 to £2,295 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £2,195 to £2,895 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £2,695 to £3,495 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £3,195 to £4,295 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Do you need consent across Essex?
Probably, if it is external. Your council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too. 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 perforated roller shutters across Essex?
How soon can you fit a perforated roller shutter across Essex?
Lead time is 2 to 3 weeks after survey. We agree the fitting day with you.
Do I need planning permission for a shutter across Essex?
An external shutter usually needs it, and your council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too.
How much does a perforated roller shutter cost across Essex?
For an opening up to 3 m wide, guide prices start from £1,750 plus VAT. The survey sets the final price.
Are perforated shutters as strong as solid ones?
Close to it. The holes are small and the lath keeps its shape, though a solid lath is still stronger.
Find out what your frontage will cost across Essex
Answer four quick questions for a guide price, or book a free survey for a firm one.