Our roller garage doors service in Swindon
When an up-and-over door in Swindon is replaced, the old door and frame come out and the new roller door is fixed to the brickwork or a timber subframe.
Insulated aluminium with an electric motor and remote is the usual specification for a roller garage door, with manual operation an option for detached garages in Swindon without power.
Swindon is part of our Wiltshire coverage, and addresses in the SN1 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Wiltshire. Other towns nearby that we cover include Cirencester, Chippenham and Witney.
Options for roller garage doors in Swindon
What you can choose when we survey in Swindon:
- Laths77 mm foam-filled aluminium for most single and double doors.
- FinishStandard colours and woodgrains; vision or vent laths available.
- SafetySafety edge or photocells, soft start and stop, and an internal manual release.
Guide prices for roller garage doors in Swindon
| 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.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Swindon; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Swindon
Swindon is in England, so planning decisions sit with your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
What happens next
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
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 Swindon: questions
What if the power fails?
Each door has a manual release inside the garage so it can be opened by hand. Battery backup is available if the garage is your only entrance.
How much is an electric roller garage door?
A single insulated electric roller door is usually £1,395–£2,195 including VAT, supplied and fitted. Double doors are typically £2,195–£3,495, and removing and disposing of an old up-and-over door is usually £95–£195 extra.
Do I need permission for roller garage doors in Swindon?
Possibly. 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. We recommend checking with your local council first.
Is the survey free in Swindon?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Swindon are free. Repair and service visits are charged.