Fitting, replacement and upgrades · BH15
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Poole
Up-and-over to roller conversions in Poole are priced like any new roller door, with removal of the old panel, springs and tracks included. Homes in the BH15 area get a free survey and a fitting date confirmed in writing.
- Guide price
- from £1,195 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Poole, BH15, BH14 and BH17
- Area
- Dorset
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What should I know about up-and-over to roller door conversion in Poole?
- Taking out the up-and-over tracks frees the garage ceiling for shelving, storage or better lighting.
- We check the lintel and reveals at the survey, and price a new lintel or building out the reveals before you agree.
- If headroom behind the lintel is short, the roller box can go under the lintel or be face-fixed on the wall.
- Electric conversions are commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and a Declaration of Conformity at handover.
How does it work in Poole?
After you accept, the fitting date is confirmed in writing according to installer availability. The up-and-over comes out, the roller door goes in and is commissioned, and you're shown how everything works.
- 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 Poole?
| 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 Poole and nearby
We take enquiries from across Poole, from BH15 outwards, and confirm every price and date in writing before anything is ordered. Poole lies around 20 miles from Dorchester.
Other places close to Poole that we cover include Bournemouth, Christchurch and Dorchester.
Rules that apply in Poole
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.
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.
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Poole: questions
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Poole?
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 Poole garage so you can compare.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Poole?
Yes. Photos of the opening, the inside of the garage above the door and any existing door help us give a more useful guide price for Poole. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
How much does up-and-over to roller door conversion cost in Poole?
Our guide price for up-and-over to roller door conversion is from £1,195 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 Poole as elsewhere we cover.
Do I need permission for a new roller garage door in Poole?
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.
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.
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.
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