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Perforated & punched shutters in Colchester

Perforated & punched shutters in Colchester: tell us the opening size and postcode and we will send a guide price, then survey for a fixed quote.

Expect perforated & punched shutters in Colchester to start from £1,645 ex VAT (£1,974 inc VAT). Larger openings, insulated or rated laths, colours and motors move the price towards the top of the range.

  • CO1 and nearby
  • Essex
  • England
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What to know about perforated & punched shutters in Colchester

Some councils still refuse perforated external shutters in sensitive areas, so planning is checked before ordering. Perforated shutters can be powder coated, though very dark colours make the display behind harder to see.

Micro-perforated laths have holes so fine that the curtain reads as solid from a distance but glows when lit from inside. Punched laths have larger slots, giving better visibility and more airflow, at the cost of a little privacy.

Features to choose from

  • Box external, behind fascia or internal
  • Bottom-rail locks and anti-lift blocks
  • Window display visible after hours
  • Optional solid bottom section for kick protection
  • Perforated, punched or micro-perforated laths
  • Electric or manual operation
A micro-perforated shutter in front of a lit boutique window at night

Guide prices in Colchester

Perforated & punched shutters guide prices
OptionEx VATInc VAT
Micro-perforated or punched shutter, 5m and over£2,595 to £4,895£3,114 to £5,874
Perforated electric shutter, up to 3m wide£1,645 to £2,995£1,974 to £3,594
Perforated lath upgrade on a new shutter (add-on)£95 to £395£114 to £474

Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after the survey, before anything is ordered. Try the quote tool.

Where we work around Colchester

Jobs in Colchester are planned as part of our Essex coverage, and visits can be combined with jobs in nearby Sudbury, Clacton-on-Sea and Witham. Planning rules are those of your local council in England.

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

  1. Send the details

    Give us the postcode, approximate width and height, and what the shutter is protecting.

  2. We survey the opening

    An engineer measures and checks the fixings, power and any planning constraints.

  3. You approve a fixed price

    The quote lists the specification and price in writing, so there are no surprises.

  4. We fit and commission

    Your shutter is installed, tested and handed over with instructions and paperwork.

Perforated & punched shutters: common questions

Do you cover Colchester?

Yes. We survey, fit and repair perforated & punched shutters in Colchester and the CO1 district, as part of our coverage across Essex.

Is a perforated shutter less secure than a solid one?

The holes are small and the laths are the same gauge, so a perforated shutter still resists forced entry. For the highest-risk premises, a rated product or solid steel may still be recommended.

Can people see into the shop?

With punched laths, yes, fairly clearly. Micro-perforated laths give a softer view that mainly shows light and shapes. We can show samples at survey.

Are perforated shutters easier to get planning for?

Often, because they avoid a blank frontage at night, but each council decides case by case and some refuse any external shutter in conservation areas.

Is the survey free?

Yes, for new shutters, grilles and doors: the survey and written quote are free and there is no obligation to go ahead. Repair and servicing visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we visit.

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.

Other services in Colchester

See everything we do in Colchester, across Essex, or read about perforated & punched shutters.

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