Shutter motor replacement in Dundee & Angus
Need shutter motor replacement in Dundee & Angus? We cover Dundee, Arbroath and Forfar and the rest of the area. Tell us what the shutter is doing and we will price the visit.
Guide prices for shutter motor replacement in Dundee & Angus run from £120 to £1,595 ex VAT (£144 to £1,914 inc VAT) for the common jobs, with the exact figure fixed in writing before work starts.
- Scotland
- 4 towns covered
- From £120 + VAT
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Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Choosing shutter motor replacement for premises in Dundee & Angus
Limits are set on installation so the curtain stops at the right point at the top and bottom. A motor that hums but does not turn, overheats or stops at random may need replacing, though controls are checked first. Industrial direct-drive motors can be replaced with a matching or compatible unit on most doors.
After a new motor is fitted, safety devices and limits are tested before handover. Motors are matched to the curtain weight and barrel size, so an overloaded motor does not fail early.
Options we can specify
- Direct-drive and chain motors for industrial doors
- Limits set and tested
- Tube motors for domestic and shop shutters
- Motors matched to curtain weight
- Safety checks on handover
- Key switch, remote and receiver upgrades

Guide prices in Dundee & Angus
| Option | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Control box, key switch or remote only | £120 to £345 | £144 to £414 |
| Direct-drive or chain motor, industrial door | £645 to £1,595 | £774 to £1,914 |
| Tube motor, domestic or shop shutter | £345 to £695 | £414 to £834 |
Your fixed price is agreed before any parts are fitted. Try the quote tool.
Covering Dundee & Angus
We cover Dundee & Angus from Dundee to Arbroath, Forfar and Montrose, with 4 towns listed below. Planning decisions for external shutters sit with your local council in Scotland, and we check the position at survey.
Rules in Scotland
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.
Electrical work
Electric shutters are wired to BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations. In Scotland electrical work in buildings must also meet the Scottish building standards, and is carried out and certified by a qualified electrician.
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.
Questions about shutter motor replacement in Dundee & Angus
Can I add remote control when the motor is replaced?
Yes, many replacement motors and controllers support remotes, timers or app control.
Do I need a new key switch too?
Not always. If the switch works and is compatible, it can stay. Worn or weather-damaged switches are often replaced at the same time.
Can you fit a motor to a different make of shutter?
Usually yes, by matching the motor size and torque to the barrel and curtain.
Will you take away my old shutter?
Yes. Removal and disposal of an old shutter is included when we quote for a replacement.
What warranty do I get?
Products carry the manufacturer's warranty, and the warranty for your shutter is set out in your quote.
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Get a fixed price in Dundee & Angus
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
