Roller door types · DH1
Steel roller garage doors in Durham
Considering a steel roller garage door for your home in Durham? We supply, fit and commission electric steel doors in County Durham for single openings up to 2.4 m and doubles of 3 to 4 m, and you can see a guide price online before booking a free survey.
- Guide price
- from £1,345 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Durham, DH1
- Area
- County Durham
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What should I know about steel roller garage doors in Durham?
- Check the lintel above the opening for cracks or sagging, since a heavier steel curtain relies on sound fixings at the top.
- Compare steel with insulated aluminium if a warmer garage is a priority, as it's the foam-filled lath that reduces heat loss.
- Look at the brick or blockwork on each side of the opening, as the guide rails for a steel door need solid reveals to fix to.
- Ask to see the security certificate if resistance to forced entry matters, because steel on its own doesn't make a door security-rated.
How does it work in Durham?
Once you accept, the fitting date is confirmed in writing, depending on installer availability. If a new spur is needed, it's shown in the quote and fitted by a qualified electrician.
- 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 Durham?
| 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 Durham and nearby
If your garage is in Durham (DH1), you can get a guide price online now, and we confirm any survey or visit date in writing.
We also cover Chester-le-Street (6 miles), Houghton-le-Spring (6 miles) and Stanley (8 miles).
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.
Steel roller garage doors in Durham: questions
How much do steel roller garage doors cost in Durham?
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 Durham as elsewhere we cover.
Do I need permission for a new roller garage door in Durham?
Replacing a garage door is not usually development that needs planning permission in England, and widening the opening needs building control approval. If you live in a listed building, a conservation area or on an estate with covenants or planning conditions, check before ordering.
Do you charge more for Durham than other towns in County Durham?
No. Guide prices are the same for Durham as for anywhere else we cover in County Durham. The written quote reflects your opening and the door you choose, not your postcode, apart from islands and remote areas where any travel cost is shown in advance.
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.
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.
Is a steel door the right choice for a row of lock-ups?
It can be, particularly where a stiffer curtain appeals for garages that are opened less often. Every steel door in our price list is electric, though, so each garage needs a power supply near its box. Where lock-ups have no power, manual aluminium doors may be more practical. We can survey and price a whole row together.
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