If you need a new roller shutter or a replacement for one that is beyond repair, we can send a local engineer who surveys, supplies and fits shutters across Liverpool and Merseyside. The engineer will measure the opening, talk through the options for curtain type, operation and security, and give you a price before anything is ordered.
Shutters are normally made to measure, so there is a gap between the survey and the fitting day while the shutter is manufactured.
When a new shutter makes sense
New shutters tend to be fitted for one of these reasons:
- An existing shutter is badly corroded, distorted or keeps failing.
- A business is moving into new premises or changing its shop front.
- You want better security after a break-in.
- The current shutter does not suit how the building is used, such as needing a perforated curtain for window display or an insulated door for a workshop.
- Homeowners want security shutters on windows, patio doors or a garage.
If the existing shutter is basically sound, a repair is often better value; the roller shutter repair page can help you decide.
Choosing the right shutter
| Option | Suited to |
|---|---|
| Solid galvanised steel lath | High-security shops, takeaways, units |
| Perforated or punched steel lath | Shops wanting window displays visible after hours |
| Insulated aluminium lath | Homes, quieter streets, heated workshops |
| Grille or lattice shutter | Internal openings, counters, arcades |
| Heavy-duty industrial curtain | Loading bays and large openings |
You will also choose between manual and electric operation, a powder-coated colour, and extras such as remote control, a safety edge, photocells or alarm contacts. For homes, see domestic roller shutters for options that suit windows and doors.
Fitting positions and building considerations
A shutter can be fitted on the face of the building, between the reveals of the opening, or behind the glazing. Face fixing is common on shop fronts, while reveal fitting can look neater on homes. The engineer will look at the space above the opening for the barrel and hood box, whether the walls will take the fixings, and where power can be run for an electric shutter.
Some shop shutters need planning permission, particularly on listed buildings or in conservation areas, and local councils have their own policies on shopfront shutters. It is the property owner's responsibility to check, so it is worth asking the council before ordering.
How installation works
- Call and outline the job. Ring us or use the booking form and tell us what you need.
- Site survey. The opening is measured and the options discussed.
- Quotation. You get a written price before anything is ordered.
- Manufacture. The shutter is made to size.
- Removal and fitting. Any old shutter is taken down, the new guides, barrel and curtain are fitted, and the motor wired in where applicable.
- Commissioning. Limits are set, safety devices tested and you are shown how to use the manual override.
Many installations are completed in a day once the shutter arrives, though larger industrial doors can take longer.
What affects the cost of a new shutter
- The size of the opening and the type of curtain.
- Manual or electric, and the type of motor and controls.
- Colour, finish and any extras such as remote control or safety devices.
- Removal and disposal of an old shutter.
- Access and any electrical work needed to bring power to the shutter.
The engineer will quote after the survey. If you already have a sound manual shutter and only want it powered, converting it to electric is usually cheaper than a new shutter.
Shutters for businesses and warehouses
For shops and takeaways, the right shutter balances security with appearance and is easy to use day to day. Warehouses and workshops need heavy-duty curtains, robust motors and safety devices; replacement doors on larger units are covered alongside industrial roller shutter repair. Fire-rated shutters are a specialist product designed around the building's fire strategy and should be specified with that in mind.
New shutters around Merseyside
With damp, salty air close to the Mersey and the Wirral coast, it is worth choosing galvanised or powder-coated finishes and good-quality fixings that resist corrosion. After installation, a routine service helps keep the shutter running smoothly; see roller shutter servicing.
If you are also thinking about a new garage door, the same line can put you in touch with garage door repair specialists in Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get a new roller shutter fitted?
Shutters are made to measure, so there is a manufacturing period after the survey. Once delivered, many installs are done in a day. The engineer will give you an idea of timescales when quoting.
Do I need planning permission for a shop shutter?
It depends on the building and the council. Some shop shutters need permission, especially on listed buildings or in conservation areas. Check with your local planning department before ordering.
Can a new shutter be fitted to my existing opening?
In most cases, yes. The engineer will measure the opening and decide whether to fit to the face, between the reveals or behind the glazing.
Will you take away my old shutter?
Many engineers can remove and dispose of the old shutter as part of the job. Ask when you get your quote.
Can I have a remote control on a new shutter?
Yes. Electric shutters can be fitted with remote control, key switches or wall buttons, and can often be linked to other systems.