Ordering a roller shutter

When ordering roller shutters, you will be faced with a number of choices. Think for example about which material, which type and which dimensions you need. How can you make sure you order the best roller shutter online or from a specialist? Read it here and order your roller shutter well prepared.

What does it cost to order a roller shutter?

When ordering roller shutters, it is of course annoying if you find out afterwards that you have paid too much. Roller shutter prices depend on: the size, the material, the method of operation and installation. See the cost overview below to see what the average roller shutter prices are:

What steps do you take when ordering roller shutters?

Check to make sure you’ve thought through all the choices you need to make when picking roller shutters. To help you, we’ve created the checklist below to make sure you order the perfect roller shutter.

Step 1: Installation options

There are three ways to install your roller shutters. Check whether the roller shutter you have chosen is suitable for your home.

• Constructed roller shutter: Suitable for new-build homes.
• Constructed roller shutter: Suitable for renovations.
• Retractable roller shutter: Suitable for any home.

Step 2: Material

Roll shutters are made of plastic or aluminium. Check that the material you have chosen suits the reason why you want to order roller shutters.

• Plastic roller shutters:Plastic roller shutters work great for keeping the sun out of your home and darkening your bedroom. The prices of plastic shutters are lower than aluminium shutters. If you are looking for the cheapest roller shutters, plastic roller shutters are a good option.
• Aluminium roller shutters: The prices of aluminium roller shutters are slightly higher, but this does give you better insulation and burglary protection in addition to the benefits offered by plastic roller shutters. With aluminium roller shutters you get a Police Mark Safe Living, which can give you a discount on your home contents insurance.

Step 3: Operation

Before ordering your roller shutters, think carefully about which controls you are going for. It is most advantageous to make the right choice straight away.

• Manual operation: Are you looking for an inexpensive option and don’t mind getting your hands dirty? Then opt for a manual control. With manual operation, you choose between a crank rod or a belt winder.
• Electric operation: Do you prefer convenience and are prepared to spend a little more money on it? Then go for electric operation. Especially aluminium roller shutters are a fine option as they are heavier. Electric roller shutters are operated with a switch, but for an extra £100 you can get a remote control.

Step 4: Size

When ordering a roller shutter, the right sizes are extremely important. Do you measure the sizes yourself, and the roller shutter doesn’t fit? Then it’s bad luck and all extra costs are for yourself. Check extra carefully whether you have measured the right sizes, or, if in doubt, have your roller shutter measured by a specialist, to make sure it’s right.

How you measure the size of your roller shutter depends on the way you have it fitted. This can be done in three different ways, namely on the wall, on the frame or between the wall. Do you want to measure your roller shutter yourself? Then look carefully at measurement instructions.

Check 5: Brands

When ordering a roller shutter, you will come across many different roller shutter brands. If you choose a reliable brand, you will have more assurance of quality. Examples of reliable brands are:

• Roma
• Somfy
• Verano
• Winsol
• Smits
• Heroal

You can check the quality of roller shutters by looking for quality marks. Important quality marks for roller shutters are the Komo quality mark and the CE mark. The KOMO quality mark tests shutters for performance and safety. The CE mark indicates that the roller shutters meet the European requirements in terms of water tightness, air permeability and wind resistance.

Check 6: Any extra costs

When ordering your roller shutters, pay close attention to any extra costs. For example:

• Mounting costs: When you order roller shutters online, assembly is often not included. If you are very handy you can assemble your roller shutters yourself, but if something goes wrong you will no longer have a guarantee. A roller shutter is not cheap and it is a great shame if it does not work properly due to incorrect installation. If you have your roller shutter fitted by a specialist, you will have a guarantee.
• Fee for call-outs: Specialists often charge call-outs from a certain distance. If you have your roller shutters installed by a specialist, choose one from your region.
• Service: You can measure your roller shutters yourself, but you can also outsource this to the specialist.

Ordering roller shutters online or through a specialist?

There are many suppliers for roller shutters, but what are the advantages and disadvantages of ordering your roller shutters online or through a specialist? Check it out in the overview below.