Shutter motor replacement in Kirkwall
Book shutter motor replacement in Kirkwall: send the postcode, the type of shutter and what it is doing, and we will arrange a visit.
Guide prices for shutter motor replacement in Kirkwall run from £120 to £1,595 ex VAT (£144 to £1,914 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- KW15 and nearby
- Highlands & Islands
- Scotland
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Choosing shutter motor replacement for premises in Kirkwall
Industrial direct-drive motors can be replaced with a matching or compatible unit on most doors. A motor that hums but does not turn, overheats or stops at random may need replacing, though controls are checked first.
Motors are matched to the curtain weight and barrel size, so an overloaded motor does not fail early. Key switches, wall switches, receivers and remotes can be replaced or upgraded at the same visit.
Specification options
- Key switch, remote and receiver upgrades
- Obstacle detection options
- Limits set and tested
- Smart and timer control options
- Safety checks on handover
- Motors matched to curtain weight
Guide prices in Kirkwall
| 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.
Kirkwall and surrounding towns
Kirkwall (KW15) is within our Highlands & Islands coverage. For island and remote locations we plan visits by arrangement, and confirm lead times with your quote.
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.
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.
Shutter motor replacement: common questions
Do you cover Kirkwall?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Kirkwall. We also cover the rest of Highlands & Islands.
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.
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.
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.
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Get a fixed price in Kirkwall
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.