Roller door types · DH1
Aluminium roller garage doors in Durham
Aluminium roller doors for homes in Durham start with a few measurements: width, height, headroom and side room. Enter them online for a guide price, and we'll arrange a free survey in County Durham to check the opening properly before anything is ordered.
- Guide price
- from £895 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Durham, DH1
- Area
- County Durham
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What should I know about aluminium roller garage doors in Durham?
- Check there is roughly 75 to 100 mm of solid wall on each side of the opening for the aluminium guide rails to fix to.
- Decide whether the garage is just for parking and storage, where single-skin laths may be enough, or used as a room, where insulated laths make more sense.
- On a newer estate, read your deeds for any covenant about garage door style or colour before you settle on a finish.
- Think about whether the finish should match your windows, front door or fascias, since RAL colours and woodgrain are available as a priced extra.
How does it work in Durham?
We then arrange a free survey at your home in Durham to measure the opening, headroom and side room and to check the lintel and power. You receive a written quote naming the exact door, lath and finish.
- STEP 01
Guide price
Answer four quick questions online and see a price range for your opening.
- STEP 02
Free survey
We measure the opening, headroom, side room, lintel and power, and talk through options.
- STEP 03
Written quote
You get the price inc VAT, what is included and the payment stages in writing.
- STEP 04
Fitting day
Old door out, new door in, commissioned and handed over with the paperwork.
How much do aluminium roller garage doors cost in Durham?
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Electric single-skin roller door, single up to 2.4 m | £1,195–£1,745 | £995.83–£1,454.17 + VAT |
| Manual roller door, single opening up to 2.4 m | £895–£1,295 | £745.83–£1,079.17 + VAT |
| Insulated electric roller door, single up to 2.4 m | £1,495–£2,295 | £1,245.83–£1,912.50 + VAT |
Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.
Covering Durham and nearby
Durham is within the area we cover in County Durham. Homes in DH1 get the same survey, quote and fitting process as everywhere else we work.
Nearby, we also take enquiries from Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Stanley.
Rules that apply in Durham
Structural work
Widening the opening, removing a central pier or fitting a new lintel is structural work that needs Building Regulations approval from building control before it starts.
Electrics
An electric door needs a power supply near the roller box. Electrical work must meet BS 7671, and in England some domestic electrical work is notifiable under Part P, so it is done by a registered competent person or signed off by building control.
Aluminium roller garage doors in Durham: questions
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Durham?
That depends on how often you use the garage. An electric door opens from the car with a remote and has safety devices fitted, while a manual door costs less and suits occasional use. We price both for your Durham garage so you can compare.
Can I get a price for Durham without anyone visiting?
Yes. The guide price tool takes four steps and gives a range for your opening and door type. It is a guide, not a quote: the written quote comes after the survey or once the visit price is agreed.
Is the survey in Durham really free?
Yes. For a new door, a replacement or a conversion, the survey is free and there is no obligation to go ahead. We measure the opening, check the lintel, headroom, side room and power, and send a written quote afterwards.
Do you cover Durham?
Yes. Durham is part of the area we cover in County Durham, including DH1. Get a guide price online, then we confirm a survey or visit date in writing. Dates depend on installer and engineer availability.
Can an aluminium roller door replace an up-and-over door?
Yes. We remove the old up-and-over door and its frame, or keep the frame if it's sound, then check the lintel and reveals before fitting the box behind the lintel and the guides to the reveals. Without swing-out arms you may gain a little clear width. Extra work, such as a new lintel or building out the reveals, is priced on survey.
Is single-skin aluminium enough for my garage?
It depends on how you use the space. For parking, bikes and garden tools, single-skin laths are often all you need. If you use the garage as a workshop, gym or utility area, or it sits beside or below living space, insulated laths reduce heat loss, draughts and noise and are worth the extra cost.
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See a guide price in four steps, then book a free survey.