Roller door types · BT38

Steel roller garage doors in Carrickfergus

Weighing up steel against aluminium for a garage in Carrickfergus? Start by checking a guide price for each online, then book a free survey in County Antrim so we can explain the differences for your particular opening.

Get my guide price Call 0800 088 6248

Guide price: from £1,345 inc VAT
First step: Free survey
Covers: Carrickfergus, BT38
Area: County Antrim

Galvanised steel roller garage door on a flat-roofed brick garage beside a house

Computer-generated image

What should I know about steel roller garage doors in Carrickfergus?

Ask to see the security certificate if resistance to forced entry matters, because steel on its own doesn't make a door security-rated.
Check the lintel above the opening for cracks or sagging, since a heavier steel curtain relies on sound fixings at the top.
Decide where the override handle will be stored, because you'll need it to wind a steel curtain up during a power cut.
Compare steel with insulated aluminium if a warmer garage is a priority, as it's the foam-filled lath that reduces heat loss.

How does it work in Carrickfergus?

Choose a steel door in the online quote tool and pick your opening width to see a guide price. It includes the motor, fitting, commissioning and removal of your old door.

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 steel roller garage doors cost in Carrickfergus?

Item	Guide price (inc VAT)	Ex VAT
Steel electric roller door, single up to 2.4 m	£1,345–£1,995	£1,120.83–£1,662.50 + VAT
Steel electric roller door, double 3.0–4.0 m	£2,095–£3,095	£1,745.83–£2,579.17 + VAT

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

Covering Carrickfergus and nearby

Our coverage in County Antrim includes Carrickfergus and the BT38 postcode district, so the same guide prices and written quotes apply here. Carrickfergus lies around 10 miles from Belfast.

We also cover Newtownabbey (6 miles), Bangor (County Down) (7 miles) and Larne (9 miles).

Rules that apply in Carrickfergus

Powered door safety

Every powered door we fit is commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and handed over with a Declaration of Conformity and CE marking, which is the marking that applies to machinery placed on the market in Northern Ireland.

Electrics

An electric door needs a power supply near the roller box. Part P does not apply in Northern Ireland, but electrical work must still meet BS 7671 and be carried out by a qualified electrician.

Steel roller garage doors in Carrickfergus: questions

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

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 Carrickfergus garage so you can compare.

Can you remove my old garage door in Carrickfergus?

Yes. Every door price includes removing and disposing of an old roller or up-and-over door at your Carrickfergus 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 much do steel roller garage doors cost in Carrickfergus?

Our guide price for steel roller garage doors is from £1,345 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 Carrickfergus as elsewhere we cover.

Do you cover Carrickfergus?

Yes. Carrickfergus is part of the area we cover in County Antrim, including BT38. Get a guide price online, then we confirm a survey or visit date in writing. Dates depend on installer and engineer availability.

Can I repaint a steel roller door later?

When you order a new steel door, you can choose a RAL colour or woodgrain finish as a priced extra, and colours outside the manufacturer's range are priced on survey. If you're thinking of repainting the door years later, check the manufacturer's care guidance first, as their warranty terms for the door are set out in writing in your quote.

How do I open a steel roller door in a power cut?

Use the manual override, normally an internal crank or winding handle that turns the barrel by hand. Keep it somewhere you can find quickly. A steel curtain is heavy, so take your time and wind steadily. If you'd rather not crank it, battery backup keeps the door running for a limited number of cycles while the power is off.