Security Shutter Repair and Installation Costs Guide

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02/07/25, 14:04

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Survey damaged or new opening; measure, photograph and specify manual or electric shutter type.
Isolate power, remove hood cover and diagnose faults (slats, motor, barrel, limit switches).
Supply and fit replacement parts or new shutter curtain, guides, hood and motor; test safety brake.
Integrate controls (key‑switch, remote, fire link) and commission to BS EN 12453.
Reinstate power, set travel limits, lubricate guides and issue hand‑over demonstration.
Clear site debris/old shutter and provide maintenance log & warranty certificate.

Charge type	Low £	High £	Notes
Call‑out / minimum	£120	£180	Same‑day engineer fee incl. first hour Checkatradeukdoorsandshutters.com
Labour (per hour, per engineer)	£45	£75	Emergency rate around £62 ph Checkatrade
Materials	£150	£1,800	£150–£600 for repair parts (springs, motor); £900–£1,800 for new electric shutter supply rollershutterprices.co .uk Security Direct
Disposal (old shutter / skip)	£120	£300	Mini‑ to midi‑skip hire one week PP O'Connor Skip Hire
Extras (scaffold / MEWP, electrician)	£200	£800	Access lift £450–£1,000; wiring £300 + Security Direct
TOTAL (most jobs come in here)	£600	£3,200	Single domestic/retail shutter repair → full new install Checkatrade Security Direct

Minor repair: 2 – 4 hours (one engineer).
Motor replacement / re‑slat: 4 – 6 hours.
Full new install (1 shutter): 0.5 – 1 day; add time for wiring runs, fire link or high‑level access.
Extra time for multiple shutters, restricted access, bespoke powder‑coating lead times or adverse weather.

Is your quote for repair or full replacement, and what warranty applies to each?
Does the price include call‑out, travel, VAT and first‑hour labour in full?
What brand/model of motor or controls will you fit, and are parts readily available UK‑wide?
Will you test to BS EN 12453 and supply a commissioning certificate and O&M manual?
How will you manage access (scaffold vs. MEWP) and is that cost fixed?
Do you carry 24/7 emergency cover and what are the response times for future call‑outs?
How often should shutters be serviced and can you bundle an annual maintenance plan?

Access & parking: reserve bay for van + lift; arrange skip permit if on highway.
Power isolation: ensure a clear supply spur and isolation switch before the team arrives.
Colour confirmation: approve RAL finish and hood direction in writing pre‑order.
Working‑at‑height permits: check building or retail‑park rules for scaffold tags / MEWP use.
Alarm & fire link integration: provide contact for your security/fire company to avoid return visits.
Waste route: confirm space for dismantled shutters or metal recycler collection.