Cycle Shelter FAQ's

(Includes Waiting and Buggy Shelters)

How long does it take to install from order?
Once you have decided to order your cycle shelter from Able Canopies, we can discuss with you available installation dates. Available dates very much depend on the time of year but we always endeavour to get your shelter installed as soon as possible. The actual installation usually takes one day (depending on the size of the shelter).

What materials are your shelters made from?
All our shelters are constructed from steel box section and covered by polycarbonate sheeting.

How do I choose the right shelter?
We have designed a range of five shelters to suit every budget. If you are interested in a specific shelter from our range we can provide you with a quote for this. If you are not sure which shelter is best for you, we can give you a price for each option to give you a better choice. We also offer four timber shelters which are made from a choice of western red cedar wood, modified timber or treated softwood.

Do the shelters need to fix to a hard stand?
Yes we can only fix our shelters to a hard stand. You may already have a hard stand which the shelter can possibly be fixed to. If not, we will be happy to quote to do this work for you.

Why do you need to know the location of where I want to install the shelter when I request an estimate?
We always ask for an address as this helps us to price for you more accurately.

Do you offer supply only?
We are unable to provide a supply only service except for theEasydale Cycle Shelter.

What is your lead time?
As we manufacture our products, our usual lead times are three to six weeks. The school summer holidays are our busiest period but we will always endeavour to get your canopy installed at a time most suitable for you.

Have you installed any shelters in my area?
We have installed thousands of canopies, shelters and shade sails across the UK which can all be viewed in the gallery section on our website.

How do we maintain our shelter?
To maintain your shelter, we recommend that you periodically clean all steel components and polycarbonate panels with warm water and a non-abrasive cleaner.

Can a shelter be moved after installation?
Yes, the relocation would be charged at an installation only price, but it is possible to move our products to a different location.

Does the price include installation?
Yes. The price we quote you includes installation and removal of rubbish.

What colour can I have my shelter?
All our shelters can be powder coated to any RAL colour. View the RAL colours and finishes.

Will I be harassed by sales people?
We do not employ commission driven sales people so you will not get hounded with telephone calls. What we do promise, is to contact you once we have sent your quote out to ensure you have everything you need.

Will I be getting value for money?
With our shelter systems you always get excellent value for your money. We provide a system which offers quality and longevity at excellent value.

How much disruption will you cause during the installation of the canopy?
You will hardly even know we are there! Most of our products are already assembled to minimise on site disruption to your site on the day of the installation and will always leave the site clean and tidy upon completion.

Are your workforce CRB checked?
Yes our surveyors and fitting teams are all CRB checked.

Why choose an Able Shelter?
We are specialist suppliers who design, manufacture and install our own shelters using trained teams of fitters so that you get a service that is second to none. Many of our shelters have a unique system which clamps the polycarbonate sheets which reduces the need to drill holes in the panels making them longer lasting and more weather proof.

Does the shelter have any other uses?
The shelters can be used as cycle, waiting and or buggy shelters which can all be used in a variety of applications.

The surface we would like a shelter fixed to is uneven. Can we get round this?
Yes. All our shelters have adjustable feet which enables us to fit our shelters to uneven surfaces.

How many bikes can you store in a shelter?
The shelters can all hold different number of bikes. The table below shows the number of bikes our standard two bay shelters can hold and the size:

Do you supply any accessories or upgrades?
Yes we can install a secure lockable door on the front of the shelter which provides added security. We also supply helmet lockers which can be either key or coin operated depending on your requirements.