What to look for while buying Roller Shutters?

When making the decision to purchase roller shutters it is important to consider the quality of the product and service that will be offered throughout the lifespan of your roller shutter as roller shutters are permanently fixed once installed and, being custom made cannot be used elsewhere. The first thing to consider should be how responsive the company is to your calls, emails & chats and how fast you can get your quote as this will give you a good indication of how the business operates, if they are slow to react it will generally mean that they don’t have the right systems in place or they don’t care. Learn more about buying roller shutters

Why Roller Shutters are the fastest growing window covering in Australia

Roller Shutters are a growing industry, with a total of around 280,000 roller shutters sold per year across Australia and a growth rate of 8% per year, more and more people are making the decision to purchase the ultimate product in home comfort. The reason for the rapid growth is because there is no other product on the market today that offers so many benefits in one package like what roller shutters can offer. Once you install roller shutters there is no need to have an alarm system, window grilles, outside canvas awnings, internal blinds, drapes, terylene curtains and window tinting plus your air conditioner and heater will not be used as much because our window shutters keep the cold out in winter and the heat out in summer, nothing comes close.

What makes our roller shutters so special?

There are many things that put our roller shutters a notch above our competitors such as having 13 colorbond colours from which to choose from, matte smooth paint finish for shutter box and guides, security locks, shutter stops, low noise and high durability Italian motors as well as high quality Italian made roller shutter profile. Our security shutters are available in all major cities across Australia including Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and Hobart

How much do roller shutters cost?

The prices vary depending on which state and city you live in Melbourne, Adelaide & Perth have the most window roller shutter suppliers so prices are a little less, Sydney and Brisbane are less competitive so the prices are a little higher. Here at Ultimate Shutter we have focused on quality of product and service as well as cost efficiency rather than exclusively focused on cost alone like many of our competitors. As a result our roller shutters installed and wired, on average, will cost $1390, about 15% more than the average competitor's security shutters but with quality and service second to none. We believe that paying a little more to ensure that the product is as long-lasting and functional as possible is the best solution to consumers needs. We have gone to great lengths to design and engineer our security shutters to look better perform better and last longer than our competitors window roller shutters so for us we build our security shutters to meet high quality standards while our competitors build their shutters to a price.

Smart Roller Shutter buyer facts

So you're thinking of putting window shutters on your home or business because you have some issues that you want to fix or you are going to build, renovate or extend your home and you simply want to take advantage of the many benefits of our security shutters. The smart roller shutter buyer knows that you will not need to have drapes, venetians, verticals, air-conditioning, alarm, awnings because shutters will do what all of those products put together will do from just one package simply amazing. Our Roller Shutters are also available Australia wide so no matter where you are, be it Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, or Hobart we have you covered.

Are roller shutters going to solve your problems?

Our roller shutters have been used across a wide range of applications to solve many problems faced Australia-wide. These include: window protection against burglaries and vandalism, home and business climate control with benefits of 15° reduction in home and business temperature during hot Australian summer days and 15° increase during the cold and chilly winter days, reduction of unwanted outside noise by up to 85%, increased home privacy, 100% reduction in light and glare from window openings, 45% energy savings yearly, storm and hailstone protection, bushfire protection or just simply peace of mind.

8 Aug 2022

8 must-have features in window roller shutters

When it comes to installing window roller shutters, at your residence or workspace, it’s a big decision that needs to be well thought out. A lot of research goes into finalising the right roller shutters, but at Ultimate Shutter, we understand that choosing the right window roller shutters in Perth, or for that matter, anywhere around the world can be a tough decision.

So our roller shutter experts have compiled a list of some of the must-have features to look for when shopping for window roller shutters so that you don’t waste your money and time on something that is not the best.

Break-in protection

Are you sure that your home or office is safe when you are not around? With Australia being amongst the 10 countries with the highest rate of burglaries in the world, securing your premises should be a top priority. One of the most important features of Window Roller Shutters is to provide security for your home, office or shop front.

Shutter manufacturers like Ultimate Shutter provide window roller shutters in Melbourne that are made of aluminium and have well-built parts and accessories that make break-ins extremely hard.

Customizable

Most people think of boring and plain shutters when they think of window roller shutters. However, roller shutters can now be 100% custom built according to your taste and the requirements of your windows. This means businesses or homeowners can get their shutters customized according to the window size, and wall colour of the property as the shutters are now available in any colour you want. These window shutters are designed to be completely harmonious with your home’s exterior. This helps owners to receive all the benefits of window roller shutters without compromising the aesthetics of the property.

Moreover, because every property has unique needs due to the area it is in, the material or category of the roller shutters also can be customized. But more on that later! All of this without compromising on the security of your property or any of the other benefits of window roller shutters in Melbourne.

Easy operation

Operating window roller shutters is not rocket science. It is as easy as rolling down blinds. Manual Shutters operate by being lifted up or pulled down by hand. And with the latest technological advancements, one can operate roller shutters automatically through a remote or even through their phone. That means use it from anywhere in your home or workspace

The choice is totally yours!

Weather protection

Some areas are prone to cyclones whereas some are prone to bushfires, not every area has the same weather conditions. And such extreme weather can easily harm the valuables of businesses or houses. However, another special feature of window roller shutters is that they cater to every region and are immune to such natural elements. Roller shutters can protect your property by keeping fires out and keeping items at their ideal temperature.

Not only this, window roller shutters also protect you from the extreme cold and hot weather as well. When locked and shut properly, they keep the warm air inside in winters and keep the hot air outside in summers. The windows in most Australians, including the ones in Perth and Melbourne, have windows that are not sealed well. Window rollers shutter in Australian cities like Perth and Melbourne keep homes up to 15 degrees warmer in winters both by keeping the air draft out much better than these old windows, as well as, by reducing cold transfer through the window surface.

Light control

If your property has a lot of sunlight flooding in, window roller shutters can regulate the light according to your preference. They give you full control over the light levels that enter your room, by rolling them up or down. You can have blackout darkness for a peaceful sleep during day time or you can have a well-lit bright room to work in without needing artificial lights.

Since shutters allow for regulating the distribution of light in rooms in this way, the overall usage of artificial lights can be reduced, saving money on the energy bill.

Energy efficiency

Window Roller Shutters are designed to be energy efficient. As they give you more control over the room’s temperature, they can take your use of the air conditioning and heating system down quite a bit. So rather than taking your energy bills higher, they help you cut down on the bills by saving up to 40% of energy. This feature saves you a lot of money in the long run, reducing energy costs!

Noise reduction

Who doesn’t want to get a sound sleep at home and a quiet environment at the office to work properly? Noisy neighbours or the din of traffic can be quite annoying and might hinder the valuable peace you need to relax and work at home or office.

Window roller shutters are known to prevent up to 80% of outside unwanted noise from being a hindrance to your lifestyle.

Less maintenance

And despite all these benefits, window roller shutters are really easy to maintain. Properly installed roller shutters let you enjoy their benefits for a very long time with little to no maintenance costs. The lightweight and sturdy aluminium are anti-rust and resistant to harsh weather conditions. Hence, you won’t have to spend money on repairs resulting from damage caused by such external factors. On a day-to-day basis, shutters do not have to be taken down and washed. They are super easy to clean!

Looking for window roller shutters with all these features? Reach out to Ultimate Shutter, manufacturers of window roller shutters in Melbourne. Share your specific needs with us on email [email protected] or call 1800 633 136 and we’ll ensure that your shutters are both beautiful and functional!