Fitting, replacement and upgrades · BS20

Roller garage door replacement in Portishead

We replace roller garage doors of any make in Portishead and elsewhere in Somerset, after a free survey of the opening. The price includes taking the old door away, and your fitting date is confirmed in writing once you've accepted the quote.

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Guide price: from £1,195 inc VAT
First step: Free survey
Covers: Portishead, BS20
Area: Somerset

Old faded and dented beige roller garage door ready to be replaced

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What should I know about roller garage door replacement in Portishead?

We take down and dispose of the old roller or up-and-over door, and that is included in every door price.
The opening is measured again at the free survey, so the new door suits the opening rather than copying the old door's size.
If only a lath or two is damaged on a sound door, we'll tell you that a repair may be better value.
Reveals, lintel and fixing points are checked once the old door is off, and any making good is agreed with you first.

How does it work in Portishead?

We measure the opening, check how the old door is fixed, and look at headroom, side room, the lintel and power. Your written quote lists the new door, extras, removal and disposal of the old one, and anything priced on survey.

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 does roller garage door replacement cost in Portishead?

Item	Guide price (inc VAT)	Ex VAT
Insulated electric roller door, single up to 2.4 m	£1,495–£2,295	£1,245.83–£1,912.50 + VAT
Electric single-skin roller door, single up to 2.4 m	£1,195–£1,745	£995.83–£1,454.17 + VAT
Insulated electric roller door, double 3.0–4.0 m	£2,195–£3,295	£1,829.17–£2,745.83 + VAT

Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.

Covering Portishead and nearby

If your garage is in Portishead (BS20), you can get a guide price online now, and we confirm any survey or visit date in writing. Portishead lies around 35 miles from Taunton.

Looking from a neighbouring town? We also cover Nailsea (4 miles) and Clevedon (5 miles).

Rules that apply in Portishead

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.

Roller garage door replacement in Portishead: questions

Is the survey in Portishead 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.

Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Portishead?

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 Portishead garage so you can compare.

How long does it take to fit a roller garage door in Portishead?

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.

Can you remove my old garage door in Portishead?

Yes. Every door price includes removing and disposing of an old roller or up-and-over door at your Portishead address, along with standard fixings and making good to the reveals. If the frame or lintel needs work, we price it at the survey before you agree.

How long will a new roller garage door last?

Lifespan depends on use, exposure and care rather than a fixed number of years. Keeping the guide rails clean, using only the lubricant the manufacturer allows, testing the safety devices monthly and having the door serviced all help. The manufacturer's warranty terms for your door and motor are set out in writing in your quote.

Is VAT included in the replacement price?

Yes. Home prices are shown including VAT. Garage doors are standard-rated at 20% and there's no reduced rate for them, so the figure in your written quote is the price you pay, unless you change the specification or further work is agreed with you in writing.