West Midlands
Solihull: timber shopfronts
Timber shopfronts in Solihull start from about £3,800 plus VAT for a standard opening, with a free survey and a written quotation before anything is ordered.
For Solihull shops and offices, the first step is a free site survey which is how the timber shopfronts end up the right size.
Planning rules in Solihull
The local planning authority for Solihull is Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. Replacing an existing frontage in the same style seldom needs permission, but anything that alters the look of the street usually needs consent. We flag it at survey so it never delays the fit.
Costs
Timber shopfronts start at around £3,800 plus VAT. The real figure comes from the survey measurements. The written quotation is valid for 90 days.
Timescales
Manufacture usually takes 5-7 weeks after drawing sign-off. Installation in Solihull is usually a day or two once everything is made. Early starts and closed-day fitting are both possible.
About the product
Where a parade is listed or sits in a conservation area, the planning authority will often expect timber. Common specifications: mouldings matched to the original profile; factory-primed, finished on site.
Coverage
Our Solihull jobs sit within West Midlands including the B postcodes, which puts it on the same route as Halesowen, Stourbridge and Wednesbury.
FAQs
Do I need planning permission in Solihull?
Like-for-like replacements usually do not. Changing the appearance of the frontage, fitting an external roller shutter or adding an illuminated sign usually needs consent from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. We tell you which applies at survey.
How long does it take?
Lead time for timber shopfronts is typically 5-7 weeks after drawing sign-off. Installation itself is usually one to two days on site for a standard unit.
Can you work outside trading hours?
Yes, work can be arranged for a closed day or outside trading hours where the business cannot close. We agree it with you when booking.
Is the survey free?
Yes. The survey is free and carries no obligation to go ahead.
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