Motorised blinds run about R2,500 to R6,000 per blind supplied and installed, and motorising blinds you already own adds roughly R1,800 to R3,500. Window Blinds Cape Town fits Somfy and Louvolite systems with load-shedding-friendly battery and solar options, across the whole metro. Free measure and quote — call 081 411 8471.
Motor Options for Electric Blinds
- Rechargeable lithium battery motors (Somfy, Louvolite, A-OK) — no wiring, recharged every few months, and unaffected by load-shedding.
- Solar-assisted motors — a small panel trickle-charges the battery, ideal for sunny Cape aspects.
- Wired 240V motors — for new builds and renovations where cabling is accessible.
Not sure whether you are shopping for electric blinds or motorised blinds? They are the same product — see what is the difference between electric blinds and motorised blinds, and what are the disadvantages of motorised blinds for the honest trade-offs before you commit.
Control & Smart Home
Operate blinds by handheld remote, wall switch, or your phone. With a Somfy TaHoma or Louvolite hub you can add timers, sun sensors and voice control (Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Home), and group blinds so a whole room drops at sunset to cut heat and glare.
Where Motorised and Electric Window Blinds Make Sense
They are the practical choice for high stairwell and clerestory windows, wide living-room spans, and any home with young children where dangling cords are a hazard. Most fabrics can be motorised — roller, blockout and venetian included.
Load-Shedding & Cape Town
Because our battery and solar motors store their own charge, motorised blinds keep working normally during load-shedding — a common question from Cape Town clients. A full charge typically lasts 3–6 months of daily use.
Our Process
- Free on-site measure and a demo of the motor and app.
- Written quote on your sizes, fabrics and control choice.
- Manufacture, usually 7–14 working days.
- Installation, pairing and a hands-on walk-through.
- Workmanship guarantee and motor warranty.
Motorised Blind Prices in Cape Town
As a guide only, a motorised roller blind supplied and installed typically runs R2,500–R6,000 per blind, depending on size, fabric and motor. Adding a hub for app and voice control is a once-off extra. We quote per window after a free measure.
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Motorised Blind Installations
How Much Do Automated Blinds Cost in South Africa?
An automated blind supplied and installed costs about R2,500 to R6,000 per blind, and motorising a blind you already own adds roughly R1,800 to R3,500. The spread comes from three things: the size of the blind, the fabric, and whether the motor is battery, solar-assisted or wired.
| What you are buying | Indicative cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New motorised roller blind | R2,500 – R6,000 per blind | Supplied, manufactured and installed |
| Motorising an existing blind | +R1,800 – R3,500 each | Subject to tube diameter and headrail profile |
| Hub for app and voice control | Once-off extra | One hub serves the whole house, not one per blind |
| The same blind, manual | R450 – R900 per m² | For comparison — see blinds prices Cape Town |
Because motorising is priced per blind rather than per square metre, it is proportionally most expensive on small windows — on a narrow bathroom window the motor can cost more than the blind. The honest trade-offs are set out in what are the disadvantages of motorised blinds.
Battery Life and Retrofit Limits
A rechargeable lithium tube motor holds about three to six months of daily use between charges. Motors are matched to the blind’s tube diameter, so a retrofit is only possible where the existing tube and headrail suit the motor — that is assessed on the blind itself, not from a photograph of the room. Motorised orders sit at the long end of our lead times, typically the full 7 to 14 working days, because motors are ordered per blind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do motorised blinds work during load-shedding?
Yes. Our battery and solar-powered motors store their own charge, so they operate normally during load-shedding. A charge usually lasts three to six months.
How much do motorised blinds cost in Cape Town?
As a guide, a motorised roller blind supplied and installed is about R2,500 to R6,000 per blind depending on size, fabric and motor. We quote per window.
Can I control the blinds from my phone?
Yes. With a Somfy TaHoma or Louvolite hub you can control blinds by app, set timers and sun sensors, and use Google, Alexa or Apple voice assistants.
Can you motorise blinds I already have?
In many cases yes, if the mechanism suits a retrofit motor. We assess this at the free measure and advise whether retrofit or replacement is better value.
Get a Free Measure & Quote in Cape Town
Every window is different, so we quote on exact sizes. Book a free on-site measure and quote anywhere in greater Cape Town — call or WhatsApp 081 411 8471 or email [email protected]. We serve the Northern Suburbs, Southern Suburbs, Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.