Roller garage doors across Dorset
We supply and fit roller garage doors throughout Dorset, from Bournemouth to the smaller towns, with one written price per job.
We have local pages for 4 towns in Dorset, starting with Bournemouth. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Isle of Wight, Hampshire, Wiltshire.
Width, height and the headroom behind the lintel decide the door size; the survey in Dorset checks all three, plus where the motor can be powered.
Towns we cover in Dorset include:
- Roller garage doors in Bournemouth
- Roller garage doors in Poole
- Roller garage doors in Weymouth
- Roller garage doors in Christchurch
Which options suit you?
Ways to specify roller garage doors for Dorset:
- FinishStandard colours and woodgrains; vision or vent laths available.
- Laths77 mm foam-filled aluminium for most single and double doors.
- ControlHand-held remotes, wall switch, keypad, or app via a smart hub.
- SafetySafety edge or photocells, soft start and stop, and an internal manual release.
How much do roller garage doors cost in Dorset?
| Roller garage doors | Inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Single garage up to 2,500 × 2,200 mm, insulated, electric | £1,395 – £2,195 | £1,160 – £1,830 |
| Double garage up to 5,000 × 2,200 mm, insulated, electric | £2,195 – £3,495 | £1,830 – £2,910 |
| Removal and disposal of an old up-and-over door | £95 – £195 | £80 – £160 |
Guide prices, per door, supplied and fitted. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Dorset can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Dorset
Across Dorset, planning follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the permitted development rules in England.
- Safety devices: Powered doors need force limiting or a safety edge and must be set up and tested at installation. We hand over the instructions and a record of the settings.
- Power cut: Every powered door has a manual release so it can be opened by hand. If the garage is your only way into the house, ask about battery backup.
- Planning: Replacing a garage door is not usually a planning matter, but listed buildings and conditions on newer estates can restrict changes, so check if unsure.
How it works
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Roller garage doors in Dorset: questions
Can a roller door replace my up-and-over door?
Yes. It fits the same opening, usually behind it on the inside, and gives you back the full width and the ceiling space.
Are roller garage doors insulated?
The doors we recommend use foam-filled aluminium laths, which reduce heat loss and noise compared with a single-skin steel up-and-over door.
Is the survey free in Dorset?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do I need permission for roller garage doors in Dorset?
It depends on the property. Swapping a garage door in the same opening is not usually a planning matter, but some estates have conditions on front elevations and listed buildings need consent. Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.