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The "Creeping" Blind
Roller blinds that won't stay up usually have a failed internal clutch or spring tensioner that needs resetting or replacing.
Uneven Lifting
Often caused by one internal cord snapping or jumping its pulley in Roman or Venetian blinds.
Stiff Operation
Usually due to a build-up of dust in the headrail or lack of lubrication in the tilt mechanism.
Motor Unresponsiveness
Frequently just a dead battery or a lost "handshake" between the remote and the motor, though it can signal a burnt-out capacitor.
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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.
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By job type
Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Call-out / Minimum ChargeCovers travel and the first 30–60 mins.
£50–£95
Labour (per hour)Standard rate after the initial period.
£35–£65/hr
Standard PartsCords, chains, weights, and brackets.
£15–£50
Motorised ComponentsReplacement motors or control units.
£60–£180
High-Level AccessFor skylights or blinds over stairwells.
£40–£120
Total Typical RepairBased on repairing 1-2 standard blinds.
£120–£260
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