Shutter motor replacement in Chelmsford
Need shutter motor replacement in Chelmsford? Describe the problem, send a photo if you can, and we will confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Expect shutter motor replacement in Chelmsford to start from £120 ex VAT (£144 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- CM1 and nearby
- Essex
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
What to know about shutter motor replacement in Chelmsford
Limits are set on installation so the curtain stops at the right point at the top and bottom. A failed motor on an otherwise sound shutter is usually far cheaper to replace than the whole shutter.
Some replacement motors have built-in obstacle detection, which adds protection on doors without a safety edge. Key switches, wall switches, receivers and remotes can be replaced or upgraded at the same visit.
Specification options
- Limits set and tested
- Obstacle detection options
- Tube motors for domestic and shop shutters
- Smart and timer control options
- Direct-drive and chain motors for industrial doors
- Safety checks on handover
Guide prices in Chelmsford
| 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 Chelmsford and nearby
Jobs in Chelmsford are planned as part of our Essex coverage, and visits can be combined with jobs in nearby Billericay, Witham and Maldon. Planning rules are those of your local council in England.
Rules in England
Electrical work
Electric shutters are wired to BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations. In homes in England, new circuits are notifiable under Part P of the Building Regulations, so the work is done by a registered electrician who can self-certify it, or notified to building control.
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.
Your questions answered
Do you cover Chelmsford?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Chelmsford. We also cover nearby Billericay, Witham and Maldon.
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.
How do I know if the motor has failed?
Signs include humming without movement, stopping at random, overheating or not responding at all. The fault can also be the switch, receiver or power, so an engineer checks those first.
Who carries out the work?
Work is carried out by experienced shutter engineers working for S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is the company your contract is with.
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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Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.