Shutter motor replacement in Folkestone
Book shutter motor replacement in Folkestone: 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 Folkestone run from £120 to £1,595 ex VAT (£144 to £1,914 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- CT19 and nearby
- Kent
- 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 Folkestone
After a new motor is fitted, safety devices and limits are tested before handover. Industrial direct-drive motors can be replaced with a matching or compatible unit on most doors.
Key switches, wall switches, receivers and remotes can be replaced or upgraded at the same visit. Some replacement motors have built-in obstacle detection, which adds protection on doors without a safety edge.
Features to choose from
- Key switch, remote and receiver upgrades
- Tube motors for domestic and shop shutters
- Obstacle detection options
- Smart and timer control options
- Motors matched to curtain weight
- Limits set and tested
Guide prices in Folkestone
| 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 Folkestone and nearby
Folkestone sits in Kent, roughly 31 miles from Maidstone. Whether the job is in the CT19 district or nearby Dover, Ashford (Kent) and Deal, the survey and quote work the same way.
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.
Questions about shutter motor replacement in Folkestone
Do you cover Folkestone?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Folkestone. We also cover nearby Dover, Ashford (Kent) and Deal.
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.
Do your guide prices include VAT?
Guide prices are shown both excluding VAT and including VAT at the standard rate of 20%. For a home, the price including VAT is what you pay.
Can you fit outside trading hours?
Yes, out-of-hours fitting can be arranged for shops and businesses that cannot close during the day.
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Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.