When you’re choosing roller shutter doors for your property, whether they’re for your home’s garage or your retail store, for example, there are a number of things to consider. In addition to thinking about the level of security you require and the appearance of the roller shutters, you will also need to consider how you’re going to operate them.
Both manual and electrically operated roller shutter doors are available, and depending on your individual requirements, you may find that one option is more suitable for your property than the other. That being said, the vast majority of people will choose to install electric solutions and they have a number of advantages that are impossible to ignore. To help you decide whether electrically operated roller shutter doors are the right choice for you, below we have listed some of their biggest benefits.
Easy to operate
Electric roller shutters are manufactured with electric motors that turn the gears for you, opening and closing the door with ease. At the push of a button, the roller shutter door will operate and you won’t have the hassle of manually turning a crank or lifting the shutter curtain yourself. For people who are less able, electrically operated roller shutter doors are always a great choice and they can prevent any difficulties when it comes to operating the roller shutter.
Convenient in all locations
Often, electric roller shutters will have wireless controls, meaning you don’t need to stand right next to the shutters in order to open or close them. Being able to operate roller shutters with wireless controls enables you to install them in hard to reach places too without any concerns relating to how you’re going to open and close them. If you’re considering covering your windows with roller shutters, wireless controls will be incredibly useful. The option of a group control offers great convenience if you require more than one shutter to be operated with one switch too.
Open and close faster
The vast majority of electrically operated roller shutter doors will open and close much faster than manual alternatives. The electric motor will operate faster than someone physically turning a crank and if you have multiple shutters throughout your property, opening or closing them all won’t be a time-consuming task. It’s worth noting that roller shutters can be fitted with safety devices which are designed to automatically stop the shutter if an obstacle gets in the way when they’re closing.
Suitable for frequent use
Lots of roller shutters are specifically designed for commercial properties and they can be used multiple times throughout the day. When electrically operated roller shutter doors are supplied with industrial motors, they allow for higher usage and they are perfect for many industrial locations. Of course, electric shutters can also be fitted with a manual override should you experience a power cut too.
Durable and long-lasting
You don’t need to worry about lots of ongoing maintenance being required when you have electric roller shutters and they’re designed to stand the test of time. For example, the electric motor is often fully enclosed, protecting it from the elements and enabling it to continue operating efficiently for many years to come. Whilst some general preventative servicing and maintenance may be needed, it is easy to keep an electric roller shutter in good condition.
Installing roller shutter doors in Chelmsford
There really are several benefits to installing electrically operated roller shutter doors and they are undeniably the most convenient option available. If you’d like to install roller shutter doors in Chelmsford and you’re looking for a reliable company to assist you, don’t hesitate to contact us at County Shutters & Doors today. We are an independent family run business that truly cares about our customers and workmanship, and since being established back in 2010, we have been providing a range of products and services to both homeowners and businesses. You can turn to us in confidence knowing that 95% of our products are made here in the UK too and they are of the highest quality, so they won’t let you down.
