Repairs and aftercare · BN41
Roller garage door motor replacement in Portslade
A motor that hums, cuts out or won't turn the barrel isn't always the motor at fault. For homes in Portslade and elsewhere in East Sussex, we can diagnose the problem first, then quote for a new motor only if it's needed.
- Guide price
- from £395 inc VAT
- First step
- Visit price agreed first
- Covers
- Portslade, BN41, BN42 and BN3
- Area
- East Sussex
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What should I know about roller garage door motor replacement in Portslade?
- A compatible tubular motor is fitted inside your existing barrel and wired to the control box on the wall.
- Remotes and keypads are paired again after the motor is fitted, and each one is tested at the door.
- Where the cause of a stopped door is unclear, a diagnostic repair visit comes first, before any motor is ordered.
- Safety edges and photocells are tested with the new motor, and the closing force is checked before handover.
How does it work in Portslade?
Tell us what the roller door at your home in Portslade is doing, and send photos of the control box and its label if you can. A rough width and height of the door helps too.
- STEP 01
Tell us about the door
Describe the door and what you need, with a photo or video if you can.
- STEP 02
Agree the visit price
We confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.
- STEP 03
Visit
The engineer finds the cause and makes the door safe where possible.
- STEP 04
Parts quoted first
Any parts are quoted before they are fitted, so you decide.
How much does roller garage door motor replacement cost in Portslade?
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Tubular motor replacement, fitted and commissioned | £395–£695 | £329.17–£579.17 + VAT |
Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.
Covering Portslade and nearby
Our coverage in East Sussex includes Portslade and the BN41, BN42 and BN3 postcode districts, so the same guide prices and written quotes apply here. Portslade lies around 4 miles from Brighton.
Nearby, we also take enquiries from Hove, Brighton and Worthing.
Rules that apply in Portslade
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.
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.
Roller garage door motor replacement in Portslade: questions
Do you cover Portslade?
Yes. Portslade is part of the area we cover in East Sussex, including BN41, BN42 and BN3. 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 Portslade 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 should I do while I wait for a visit in Portslade?
If the door is stuck part-open, keep people, pets and cars clear of it and switch off the power at the isolator if it is safe to reach. Do not force the curtain or open the roller box. Your Portslade visit date is confirmed in writing.
Do you charge more for Portslade than other towns in East Sussex?
No. Guide prices are the same for Portslade as for anywhere else we cover in East Sussex. The written quote reflects your opening and the door you choose, not your postcode, apart from islands and remote areas where any travel cost is shown in advance.
Can you replace the motor on any make of roller door?
We replace tubular motors on electric roller garage doors of any make, provided a compatible motor is available for the barrel size and curtain weight. Send us details of the control box and the door size and we'll confirm before booking. If a matching motor isn't available, we'll explain the options, including a new control box or a new door.
Does a new motor change how the manual override works?
It can. Different motors use different override arrangements, such as an internal crank or a winding handle. The engineer shows you how the override on your new motor works before leaving, and you should keep the handle somewhere you can find it in the dark. Our power-cut guide explains how overrides work in general.
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Tell us what you need and we confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.