Repairs and aftercare · SW3
Roller garage door motor replacement in Chelsea
A motor that hums, cuts out or won't turn the barrel isn't always the motor at fault. For homes in Chelsea and elsewhere in Greater London, 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
- Chelsea, SW3, SW10 and SW7
- Area
- Greater London
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What should I know about roller garage door motor replacement in Chelsea?
- Motors are matched to your barrel size and curtain weight, not just to the space inside the roller box.
- Safety edges and photocells are tested with the new motor, and the closing force is checked before handover.
- The open and closed limits are set after fitting, so the door stops fully open and fully closed.
- Where the cause of a stopped door is unclear, a diagnostic repair visit comes first, before any motor is ordered.
How does it work in Chelsea?
Tell us what the roller door at your home in Chelsea 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 Chelsea?
| 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 Chelsea and nearby
We take enquiries from across Chelsea, from SW3 outwards, and confirm every price and date in writing before anything is ordered. Chelsea is about 2 miles from Westminster.
Other places close to Chelsea that we cover include Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico.
Rules that apply in Chelsea
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 Chelsea: questions
Do you charge more for Chelsea than other towns in Greater London?
No. Guide prices are the same for Chelsea as for anywhere else we cover in Greater London. 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.
How much is a visit in Chelsea?
Prices for roller garage door motor replacement start from £395 inc VAT, and the price is agreed before anyone comes out. Any parts not covered by that price are quoted before they are fitted, so you can decide on the spot. The guide prices are the same in Chelsea as elsewhere we cover.
What should I do while I wait for a visit in Chelsea?
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 Chelsea visit date is confirmed in writing.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Chelsea?
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 Chelsea. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
Should I replace the motor or the whole door?
Replace the motor when the rest of the door is sound: the curtain runs straight, the laths are undamaged, and the guides and barrel are in good order. If several major parts are worn, or the door has other recurring faults, a new door may be better value. The engineer will tell you plainly what they find.
Will my old remotes work with the new motor?
Sometimes. If your existing control box and receiver stay in place and are compatible, your handsets can be paired again. If the receiver has to change, new rolling-code handsets may be needed. We check this before the visit and include any handsets in the price we confirm, so the cost is clear before the day.
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Tell us what you need and we confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.