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Manual to electric roller door conversion in Cardiff
Manual to electric conversions in Cardiff start with an honest check of your existing door. If it's sound, we quote for the conversion; if it isn't, we say so and price a new electric door instead. We cover CF10 postcodes with a free survey and written quote.
- Guide price
- from £495 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Cardiff, CF10, CF11 and CF24
- Area
- South Glamorgan
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What should I know about manual to electric roller door conversion in Cardiff?
- The engineer releases the spring tension and converts or replaces the barrel so a tubular motor can drive it, with a control box on the wall.
- The free survey checks that the curtain, barrel, box and guide rails are sound and compatible before anything is quoted.
- Where there's no socket near the box, a qualified electrician fits a fused spur from an existing circuit, priced as a separate line.
- A safety edge on the bottom rail, and photocells where the risk assessment calls for them, stop or reverse the door on obstruction.
How does it work in Cardiff?
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 Cardiff?
| 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 Cardiff and nearby
Cardiff is a big place, so tell us your postcode when you ask for a price; we cover every CF district and confirm dates in writing.
We also cover Penarth (3 miles), Caerphilly (7 miles) and Barry (7 miles).
Rules that apply in Cardiff
Electrics
An electric door needs a power supply near the roller box. Electrical work must meet BS 7671, and in Wales 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 Cardiff: questions
What do you check at a survey in CF10?
At a survey in CF10 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.
Is the survey in Cardiff 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.
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Cardiff?
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 Cardiff garage so you can compare.
Can I get a price for Cardiff 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.
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.
Is converting better value than buying a new electric door?
Compare the conversion price with the new-door prices on our prices page. A conversion keeps your existing curtain, barrel, box and guides, so it only makes sense when those parts are in good condition. If the door is worn, or you'd like insulated laths, a new electric door may be better value overall, and your quote can show both.
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