An electric blind costs what the blind would cost anyway plus the motor, the power source and the control, and we quote the three parts separately on the visit so you can see exactly what motorising adds. Battery motors are the usual choice in a home: we fit and charge them, no electrician is needed, and a charge lasts six to twelve months of normal use. Mains motors suit new builds and large or commercial installations where a socket or hard-wiring is already planned.
What you are paying for
| Part | What it is | Affects the price |
|---|---|---|
| The blind | Any roller, vertical, Roman, pleated, Perfect Fit or day and night blind | Size, fabric and type, as for any blind |
| The motor | A tubular motor inside the roller, or a motorised headrail for verticals | Blind width and weight: bigger blinds need stronger motors |
| Power | A rechargeable lithium battery in the headrail, or a mains supply | Battery is the lower-cost option in an existing home; mains needs an electrician if no socket is nearby |
| Control | A handheld remote as standard; a hub for app, voice and schedules | One remote can run several blinds; the hub is a one-off for the house |
Do I need an electrician?
Not for battery motors. We fit the blind, charge the battery and pair the remote before we leave, and you recharge it with the supplied cable in a couple of hours when it runs low, which is typically twice a year. Mains motors need a nearby socket or a hard-wired supply, so they are best planned into a renovation or a new build.
Remote, app or voice?
- Remote: comes with every motorised blind. Single-channel for one blind, multi-channel to group a room.
- App: add a hub and the blinds appear on your phone, with schedules so they close at dusk and open with the sun.
- Voice: the same hub links to Alexa or Google Assistant.
- Schedules are the feature customers use most: blinds that move on their own while you are at work or away make the house look lived in.
When motorising is worth it
- High or awkward windows: landings, stairwells, roof lights and the top row of a conservatory.
- Wide glazing: bifold and patio doors where a cord would be long and a loop would be a hazard.
- Child safety: a motorised blind has no cord or chain at all.
- Accessibility: anyone who cannot reach or pull a cord.
- Several blinds in one room: one press closes them all, evenly.
Can I motorise the blinds I already have?
Sometimes. A roller on a standard tube can often take a motor; a vertical usually needs a new headrail. Bring the details, or a photo, to the visit and we will tell you which.
See electric and motorised blinds or book a visit to see a motorised blind working.
Questions people ask
01How much extra is a motor?
02How long does the battery last?
03Can electric blinds work with Alexa or Google?
04Are motorised blinds child-safe?
Facts checked 4 November 2026. Prices and lead times are those published on this site at that date; the quote you receive on your visit is the one that counts.
