Sizes, finishes and features · CT17
Coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors in Dover
Colour choice for a garage door in Dover starts with the manufacturer's standard finishes, then RAL colours and woodgrain as a priced extra. We survey and fit throughout CT17, with your chosen colour written into the quote.
- Guide price
- from £990 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Dover, CT17 and CT16
- Area
- Kent
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What should I know about coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors in Dover?
- Read your deeds for covenants about the front of the house, which some newer estates use to control colours.
- Remember that a large flat door can make a colour look slightly different from the same shade on a narrow window frame.
- Check with your local planning authority before changing colour if your home is listed or in a conservation area.
- Think about the inside face of the door if the garage is integral or used as a room, since finishes can differ by side.
How does it work in Dover?
At a free survey in Dover, we measure the opening and confirm the finish, including the guides and box. Your written quote records the colour by name or RAL code.
- 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 coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors cost in Dover?
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Manual roller door, single, in a RAL colour or woodgrain finish | £990–£1,540 | £825–£1,283.33 + VAT |
| RAL colour or woodgrain finish (added to a new door) | £95–£245 | £79.17–£204.17 + VAT |
Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.
Covering Dover and nearby
We survey and fit roller garage doors across Dover, including CT17 and CT16, as part of our coverage in Kent. For reference, Dover sits roughly 36 miles from Maidstone.
We also cover Folkestone (7 miles), Deal (8 miles) and Canterbury (15 miles).
Rules that apply in Dover
Planning
Replacing a garage door is not usually development that needs planning permission. Check first if your home is listed (listed building consent covers works that affect its character), sits in a conservation area with an Article 4 direction, or is on an estate where planning conditions or covenants control garage doors.
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.
Coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors in Dover: questions
Is the survey in Dover 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.
How much do coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors cost in Dover?
Our guide price for coloured and woodgrain roller garage doors is from £990 inc VAT. The figure for your garage depends on the opening size, the door specification and any extras, and is confirmed in a written quote after a free survey. The guide prices are the same in Dover as elsewhere we cover.
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Dover?
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 Dover garage so you can compare.
How long does it take to fit a roller garage door in Dover?
Most single domestic roller doors are fitted in a day once the door has been made, including removing the old door. Wider doors, conversions that need building work and jobs where power has to be run can take longer; the quote says what to expect.
Does a woodgrain roller door need treating like real timber?
No. A woodgrain finish is a wood effect on aluminium or steel laths, so it doesn't need staining, oiling or varnishing like timber. Clean it as the manufacturer recommends and keep the guide rails free of debris. Manufacturer's warranty terms for the door and its finish are set out in writing in your quote.
Can I paint my existing roller garage door a new colour?
We supply new doors in the finish you choose rather than repainting existing doors. Painting a roller curtain yourself could affect how the laths coil and run in the guides, and may affect the manufacturer's warranty terms. If your door is tired and you want a new colour, a replacement door in your chosen finish is the reliable route.
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