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Manual to electric roller door conversion in Dunstable
Converting a roller door to electric in Dunstable means more than adding a motor. Every door we convert for homes in Bedfordshire gets safety devices, force testing to BS EN 12453 and a Declaration of Conformity at handover.
- Guide price
- from £495 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Dunstable, LU6, LU5 and LU4
- Area
- Bedfordshire
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What should I know about manual to electric roller door conversion in Dunstable?
- A safety edge on the bottom rail, and photocells where the risk assessment calls for them, stop or reverse the door on obstruction.
- Wall keypads, key switches and smart app control can be added to a conversion as separate, priced options.
- Every converted door is force-tested to BS EN 12453 and handed over with a Declaration of Conformity.
- The free survey checks that the curtain, barrel, box and guide rails are sound and compatible before anything is quoted.
How does it work in Dunstable?
Once you accept, your fitting date is confirmed in writing and depends on installer availability. On the day the motor, controls and safety devices are fitted, tested and handed over with the paperwork.
- STEP 01
Guide price
Answer a few quick questions online and see a price range for the conversion.
- STEP 02
Free survey
We check the curtain, barrel, box, guides and power, and confirm the door can take a motor.
- STEP 03
Written quote
You get the price inc VAT, what is included and the payment stages in writing.
- STEP 04
Fitting day
Motor, controls and safety devices fitted, the door commissioned and the paperwork handed over.
How much does manual to electric roller door conversion cost in Dunstable?
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Manual to electric conversion, fitted and commissioned | £495–£895 | £412.50–£745.83 + VAT |
Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.
Covering Dunstable and nearby
If your garage is in Dunstable (LU6, LU5 and LU4), you can get a guide price online now, and we confirm any survey or visit date in writing. Dunstable lies around 17 miles from Bedford.
Nearby, we also take enquiries from Luton, Leighton Buzzard and Harpenden.
Rules that apply in Dunstable
Electrics
An electric door needs a power supply near the roller box. Electrical work must meet BS 7671, and in England some domestic electrical work is notifiable under Part P, so it is done by a registered competent person or signed off by building control.
Powered door safety
Every powered door we fit is commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and handed over with a Declaration of Conformity and UKCA or CE marking, as the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 require.
Manual to electric roller door conversion in Dunstable: questions
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Dunstable?
That depends on how often you use the garage. An electric door opens from the car with a remote and has safety devices fitted, while a manual door costs less and suits occasional use. We price both for your Dunstable garage so you can compare.
Can I get a price for Dunstable without anyone visiting?
Yes. The guide price tool takes four steps and gives a range for your opening and door type. It is a guide, not a quote: the written quote comes after the survey or once the visit price is agreed.
What do you check at a survey in LU6?
At a survey in LU6 we measure the width and height of the opening, the headroom above it for the roller box, the side room for the guide rails and the floor level. We also look at the lintel and where power can come from for an electric door.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Dunstable?
Yes. Photos of the opening, the inside of the garage above the door and any existing door help us give a more useful guide price for Dunstable. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
Will I still be able to open the door by hand?
Not in the way you do now, because the motor holds the curtain in place. Most electric roller doors have a manual override, usually an internal crank or winding handle, for use in a power cut. A battery backup unit can also be added so the door runs for a limited number of cycles when the power is off.
Do I need an electrician for a conversion?
An electric door needs a power supply near the box, usually a fused spur or a socket. If you already have one in a suitable place, it can normally be used. If not, a qualified electrician fits a new fused spur, priced separately in your quote. In England and Wales some domestic electrical work is notifiable under Part P.
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