Fitting, replacement and upgrades · BT62
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Portadown
Converting a garage in Portadown from up-and-over to roller can give a little more clear width and a clear ceiling. We can fit insulated or single-skin, manual or electric roller doors for homes in County Armagh, after a free survey.
- Guide price
- from £1,195 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Portadown, BT62, BT63 and BT64
- Area
- County Armagh
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What should I know about up-and-over to roller door conversion in Portadown?
- An up-and-over frame is kept only if it is sound and square; otherwise it comes out and the opening is prepared.
- Electric conversions are commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and a Declaration of Conformity at handover.
- If headroom behind the lintel is short, the roller box can go under the lintel or be face-fixed on the wall.
- With no swing-out panel, you can park closer to the garage and still open the door all the way.
How does it work in Portadown?
We measure the opening, check the frame, lintel, reveals, headroom and power, and agree the box position with you. The written quote shows the door, removal and disposal, and any extra work as separate lines.
- 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 up-and-over to roller door conversion cost in Portadown?
| 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 Portadown and nearby
Portadown is within the area we cover in County Armagh. Homes in BT62, BT63 and BT64 get the same survey, quote and fitting process as everywhere else we work. For reference, Portadown sits roughly 10 miles from Armagh.
Nearby, we also take enquiries from Craigavon, Lurgan and Banbridge.
Rules that apply in Portadown
Structural work
Structural alterations, such as widening the opening or fitting a new lintel, need building control approval from your council under the Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012 before work starts.
Planning
Replacing a garage door is not usually development that needs planning permission in Northern Ireland. Listed building consent applies to listed buildings, and conservation-area controls, planning conditions or covenants can restrict changes to how a garage looks, so check before ordering.
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Portadown: questions
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Portadown?
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 Portadown garage so you can compare.
How long does it take to fit a roller garage door in Portadown?
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 I get a price for Portadown 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.
Do I need permission for a new roller garage door in Portadown?
Replacing a garage door is not usually development that needs planning permission in Northern Ireland, and widening the opening needs building control approval from your council. If you live in a listed building, a conservation area or on an estate with covenants or planning conditions, check before ordering.
Do I need planning permission to change to a roller door?
Changing the door on an existing garage opening usually doesn't need planning permission, but conservation areas, listed buildings, flats, and estates with planning conditions or covenants can be different. If any of those apply, check with your council or management company before you book. Our guide on planning permission and building regulations explains the questions to ask.
Does a roller door need more headroom than an up-and-over?
A roller door needs headroom above the opening for its box, while an up-and-over needs space inside the garage for its tracks and for the panel when it's open. Domestic roller boxes are commonly around 205 to 300 mm or more, depending on door height and lath size. If there isn't room behind the lintel, other box positions are possible.
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