Frequently asked questions
Is the survey really free?
Yes. The survey is free and there is no obligation to go ahead with the quotation.
Who will I be dealing with?
SK Shopfronts is a trading name of S&K Glazing Limited (company 14088194), part of the S&K Group. The same team handles your survey, quotation and installation.
Can the work be done outside opening hours?
Yes. Closed-day or out-of-hours installation can be arranged when the business cannot close.
Do I need planning permission?
Like-for-like replacement usually does not. A changed appearance, an external roller shutter or an illuminated sign usually needs consent from your council. We tell you which applies at survey.
How much does a new aluminium shopfront cost?
Aluminium shopfronts start from around £2,450 plus VAT for a standard opening. The exact figure comes from a free survey as an itemised written quotation, valid for 90 days.
How much do aluminium shopfronts cost?
From £2,450 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 3-4 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do frameless glass shopfronts cost?
From £4,200 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 4-5 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do timber shopfronts cost?
From £3,800 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 5-7 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do steel shopfronts cost?
From £3,600 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 5-6 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do bi-folding shopfronts cost?
From £5,200 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 4-5 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do automatic sliding doors cost?
From £3,900 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 3-4 weeks after survey.
How much do electric roller shutters cost?
From £1,450 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 2-3 weeks after survey.
How much do shopfront repairs cost?
From £165 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time Often within the week.