Fitting, replacement and upgrades · RG19
Manual to electric roller door conversion in Thatcham
Tired of lifting a manual roller door by hand in Thatcham? We can fit a tubular motor, controls and safety devices to a sound door for homes in Berkshire, after a free survey that checks the curtain, barrel, box and guides are compatible.
- Guide price
- from £495 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Thatcham, RG19, RG18 and RG14
- Area
- Berkshire
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What should I know about manual to electric roller door conversion in Thatcham?
- Wall keypads, key switches and smart app control can be added to a conversion as separate, priced options.
- A manual override lets you open the converted door in a power cut, and a battery backup unit can be added.
- A safety edge on the bottom rail, and photocells where the risk assessment calls for them, stop or reverse the door on obstruction.
- If your door isn't suitable for a motor, we tell you plainly and price a new electric door for comparison.
How does it work in Thatcham?
We check the curtain, barrel, box, guides and power, and confirm whether the door can take a motor. You receive a written quote for the conversion, or for a new door if conversion isn't suitable.
- 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 Thatcham?
| 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 Thatcham and nearby
Thatcham is within the area we cover in Berkshire. Homes in RG19, RG18 and RG14 get the same survey, quote and fitting process as everywhere else we work. Thatcham lies around 13 miles from Reading.
Other places close to Thatcham that we cover include Newbury, Reading and Earley.
Rules that apply in Thatcham
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 Thatcham: questions
Do you cover Thatcham?
Yes. Thatcham is part of the area we cover in Berkshire, including RG19, RG18 and RG14. Get a guide price online, then we confirm a survey or visit date in writing. Dates depend on installer and engineer availability.
Can I get a price for Thatcham 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.
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Thatcham?
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 Thatcham garage so you can compare.
Is the survey in Thatcham really free?
Yes. For a new door, a replacement or a conversion, the survey is free and there is no obligation to go ahead. We measure the opening, check the lintel, headroom, side room and power, and send a written quote afterwards.
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.
What safety devices are added to a converted door?
A converted door gets a pressure-sensitive safety edge on the bottom rail and, where the risk assessment calls for them, photocells across the opening. These stop or reverse the door if it touches or detects an obstruction. After fitting, the closing force is tested to BS EN 12453, and you receive a Declaration of Conformity along with the rest of the handover paperwork.
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See a guide price in four steps, then book a free survey.