Advantages and Disadvantages of Manual and Electric Roller Shutters

By Samer Alkhateeb


Roller shutters in Sydney does not only provide you with quality roller shutters, but it also provide you with many options as to price, types, and designs. With this, it is very important to plan carefully before having those shutters installed.

Before making any decision in terms of design, the first step should be to choose between a manual and electric roller shutters. These are the two main types of roller shutters available in Sydney. Electric roller shutters are more commonly used in garage doors and other larger parts of the house or building, which need protection. This type of shutter is controlled by a remote control or by a single push button. Manual shutters, on the other hand, will apparently require human effort to lift the shutters.

Creating a list of advantages and disadvantages can greatly help you in making a decision. Each type can serve different purposes, depending on what you're looking for and what you need. The main advantage of using electric roller shutters is its convenience. They also provide additional features such as security lock, and as a bonus, they can also add value to your house. Since electric roller shutters are harder to set up and require more precision, this would definitely cost you more. This can be considered a downside, or you can also consider it as an investment.

The main advantage of manual roller shutters is they provide the same level of protection but at a lesser cost. You can use this to protect smaller doors or windows, which are more exposed to passersby. Another good thing of having manual roller shutters is the ability to do troubleshoot it when minor problems occur. The main disadvantage is the fact that you have to manually close and open the shutters every time.

With these things in mind, here are some questions you can ask yourself in order to make the best decision:

How much is your total budget for the installation of shutters? Are you willing to spend more for electric shutters? Installation of roller shutters in Sydney is paid by the hour and can be quite costly.

Are you going to use roller shutters for the whole house including all doors and windows? Or are you just going to use it in your garage and your main door?

If you choose manual roller shutters, is there someone that can help you to operate them in the event you encounter trouble?

Are you going to stay in your house for more than 5 years or so? Or is it temporary? If you don't have plans of moving, then you might as well go all-out and install the best and most convenient roller shutters to avoid reinstalling them in the future.

Having a list and asking all these questions may seem like a tedious task, but in the end, you will be thankful you went through this process. If you have planned carefully and weighed all your options, you will end up with the smartest decision, avoiding regrets. Keep in mind that whether you choose a manual or electric shutter, they both provide equal protection. In the end, it all comes down to which matches your needs and overall lifestyle.




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