Shutter motor replacement in Cowes
Shutter motor replacement in Cowes and the PO31 district, for most makes of shutter and door. Tell us what is wrong and we will price the visit.
Guide prices for shutter motor replacement in Cowes run from £120 to £1,595 ex VAT (£144 to £1,914 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- PO31 and nearby
- Isle of Wight
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Shutter motor replacement in Cowes: the essentials
A motor that hums but does not turn, overheats or stops at random may need replacing, though controls are checked first. Limits are set on installation so the curtain stops at the right point at the top and bottom.
After a new motor is fitted, safety devices and limits are tested before handover. Key switches, wall switches, receivers and remotes can be replaced or upgraded at the same visit.
What's included
- Limits set and tested
- Motors matched to curtain weight
- Safety checks on handover
- Tube motors for domestic and shop shutters
- Direct-drive and chain motors for industrial doors
- Smart and timer control options

Guide prices in Cowes
| 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.
Where we work around Cowes
Our engineers travel across Isle of Wight, including Cowes (PO31). We also cover nearby Ryde, Gosport and Fareham, so jobs at more than one site can be grouped into one visit.
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 Cowes?
Yes. We survey, fit and repair shutter motor replacement in Cowes and the PO31 district, as part of our coverage across Isle of Wight.
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.
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.
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.
Do you work with landlords and managing agents?
Yes. We quote, fit and service shutters for landlords, managing agents and facilities teams, including multi-site planned maintenance.
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.
Also available in Cowes
- Counter & hatch shutters in Cowes
- Roller shutter repairs in Cowes
- Manual to electric conversion in Cowes
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See everything we do in Cowes, across Isle of Wight, or read about shutter motor replacement.
Get a fixed price in Cowes
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
