Shutter motor replacement in Wiltshire
Shutter motor replacement across Wiltshire, including Swindon, Salisbury and Trowbridge, for most makes of shutter and door.
Guide prices for shutter motor replacement in Wiltshire 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.
- England
- South West
- From £120 + VAT
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Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
How shutter motor replacement works, and what to ask for
Some replacement motors have built-in obstacle detection, which adds protection on doors without a safety edge. Smart and timer controls can be added when the motor is replaced. A failed motor on an otherwise sound shutter is usually far cheaper to replace than the whole shutter.
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.
What's included
- Direct-drive and chain motors for industrial doors
- Limits set and tested
- Smart and timer control options
- Tube motors for domestic and shop shutters
- Key switch, remote and receiver upgrades
- Obstacle detection options

Guide prices in Wiltshire
| 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 Wiltshire
We cover Wiltshire from Swindon to Salisbury, Trowbridge and Chippenham, with 4 towns listed below. Planning decisions for external shutters sit with your local council in England, and we check the position at survey.
Rules in England
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 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.
Shutter motor replacement: common questions
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.
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 outside trading hours?
Yes, out-of-hours fitting can be arranged for shops and businesses that cannot close during the day.
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 Wiltshire
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
