Manual to electric conversion in Leicester
Manual to electric conversion in Leicester and the LE1 district, for most makes of shutter and door. Tell us what is wrong and we will price the visit.
In the LE1 area, manual to electric conversion typically costs £295 to £2,195 ex VAT (£354 to £2,634 inc VAT). We confirm a fixed price before any parts are fitted.
- LE1 and nearby
- Leicestershire
- England
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Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Choosing manual to electric conversion for premises in Leicester
A manual override is fitted so the shutter can still be operated in a power cut. Heavier steel curtains may need a larger barrel or a different drive to motorise properly.
The shutter needs a power supply nearby; a fused spur is ideal and a new circuit is quoted separately if needed. A key switch is the usual control for shops, with remotes and timers as options.
Features to choose from
- Options for heavy steel curtains
- Condition check of curtain, barrel and box
- Electrical connection by a qualified electrician
- Single-visit fitting in most cases
- Key switch, remote or timer control
- Manual override for power cuts
Guide prices in Leicester
| Option | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial door conversion | £895 to £2,195 | £1,074 to £2,634 |
| Shopfront shutter conversion, up to 3m | £445 to £895 | £534 to £1,074 |
| Domestic window shutter conversion | £295 to £595 | £354 to £714 |
Your fixed price is agreed before any parts are fitted. Try the quote tool.
Leicester and surrounding towns
We cover Leicester, the LE1 district and nearby Oadby, Wigston and Loughborough, as part of our Leicestershire coverage.
Rules in England
Safety of powered shutters
Powered doors and shutters are treated as machinery. The installer commissions them with a risk assessment, safety devices where the risk calls for them and force checks to BS EN 12453, then hands over a declaration of conformity and maintenance instructions. In workplaces, the employer or whoever controls the premises must keep doors maintained and safe for staff and visitors.
How it works
Describe the fault
Tell us what the shutter is doing, the make if you know it, and send a photo or video.
Engineer visit
An engineer inspects the shutter, finds the cause and makes it safe.
Fixed repair price
You get the repair price before parts are fitted; simple fixes are often done on the first visit.
Tested and reported
Limits and safety devices are checked, and you get a note of what was done.
Manual to electric conversion: common questions
Do you cover Leicester?
Yes. Leicester (LE1) is within our Leicestershire coverage, along with nearby Oadby, Wigston and Loughborough.
How long does a conversion take?
Usually a single visit once the motor and controls are ready.
Can any manual shutter be converted?
Most can, if the curtain, barrel and box are in good condition. Very worn or damaged shutters are better replaced, and we tell you which at survey.
Will it still open in a power cut?
Yes, a manual override is fitted as part of the conversion.
What warranty do I get?
Products carry the manufacturer's warranty, and the warranty for your shutter is set out in your quote.
How long does it take from order to fitting?
Shutters are made to measure after the survey, so the lead time depends on the product, colour and any security rating. We confirm it in your quote.
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Get a fixed price in Leicester
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.