Steel roller shutters in London
We supply, fit and look after steel roller shutters in London and nearby Westminster, Pimlico and Islington, from a single opening to a whole site.
Guide prices for steel roller shutters in London run from £1,095 to £5,195 ex VAT (£1,314 to £6,234 inc VAT). Width, operation, lath type and finish make the biggest difference.
- EC1A and nearby
- Greater London
- England
Get a free quote
Send the postcode and rough size. We reply with a guide price and book a free survey.
Steel roller shutters in London: the essentials
Steel resists cutting and impact better than foam-filled aluminium, which suits higher-risk premises. Steel is the common choice for garages, lock-ups, plant rooms and loading bays.
Steel curtains are heavier, so they are paired with stronger motors, springs or crank gearboxes. Single-skin steel is noisier than insulated aluminium, which matters on mixed residential streets.
What's included
- Stronger motors, springs and gearboxes
- Bottom-rail locks and anti-lift
- Insulated steel options
- Galvanised steel laths, single or double-skin
- Wicket doors on industrial doors
- Deep guide rails and wind locks for wide openings
Guide prices in London
| Option | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Powder-coated steel shutter, electric, 4m to 6m | £2,595 to £5,195 | £3,114 to £6,234 |
| Galvanised steel shutter, electric, up to 4m | £1,795 to £3,395 | £2,154 to £4,074 |
| Galvanised steel shutter, manual, up to 3m | £1,095 to £1,995 | £1,314 to £2,394 |
Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after the survey, before anything is ordered. Try the quote tool.
Where we work around London
We cover London, the EC1A district and nearby Westminster, Pimlico and Islington, as part of our Greater London coverage.
Rules in England
Planning permission for shopfront shutters
In England an external shutter on a shopfront is usually treated as development that needs planning permission from the local planning authority, and a listed building also needs listed building consent. Many councils' shopfront design guides favour internal shutters, perforated or open-grille designs and boxes hidden behind the fascia, and some refuse solid external shutters in conservation areas and on main shopping streets.
How it works
Tell us about the opening
Send the postcode, a rough size and a photo if you have one, using the form or a call.
Free survey
We measure, check the structure, power supply and planning position, and talk through options.
Written fixed price
You get a written quote with the product, finish, controls and price before anything is ordered.
Made, fitted and handed over
The shutter is made to measure, fitted, commissioned and handed over with its documents.
Steel roller shutters: common questions
Do you cover London?
Yes. London (EC1A) is within our Greater London coverage, along with nearby Westminster, Pimlico and Islington.
Are steel shutters noisy?
Single-skin steel is noisier than insulated aluminium. If noise matters, insulated double-skin laths and a well-adjusted motor help.
Can a steel shutter have a door in it?
Yes, industrial steel shutters can include a wicket door so people can enter without raising the whole curtain.
Is steel more secure than aluminium?
Generally yes. Steel laths are harder to cut and dent, which is why steel is used for industrial and higher-risk premises. For independently tested resistance, look for an LPS 1175 rating.
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.
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.
Also available in London
- Shutter replacement in London
- Manual to electric conversion in London
- Roller shutter installation in London
- Security roller shutters in London
- Electric roller shutters in London
- High-speed doors in London
See everything we do in London, across Greater London, or read about steel roller shutters.
Get a fixed price in London
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.