Fitting, replacement and upgrades · RM1
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Romford
We remove up-and-over doors and fit roller doors behind the opening for homes in Romford and elsewhere in Greater London. Any extra work, such as a new lintel or building out the reveals, is priced on survey and shown before you agree.
- Guide price
- from £1,195 inc VAT
- First step
- Free survey
- Covers
- Romford, RM1, RM7 and RM2
- Area
- Greater London
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What should I know about up-and-over to roller door conversion in Romford?
- Taking out the up-and-over tracks frees the garage ceiling for shelving, storage or better lighting.
- An up-and-over frame is kept only if it is sound and square; otherwise it comes out and the opening is prepared.
- We check the lintel and reveals at the survey, and price a new lintel or building out the reveals before you agree.
- The old up-and-over panel, its springs or counterweights, tracks and arms are removed and taken away as part of the price.
How does it work in Romford?
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 Romford?
| 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 Romford and nearby
Romford is within the area we cover in Greater London. Homes in RM1, RM7 and RM2 get the same survey, quote and fitting process as everywhere else we work. For reference, Romford sits roughly 15 miles from Westminster.
Other places close to Romford that we cover include Hornchurch, Dagenham and Becontree.
Rules that apply in Romford
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 Romford: questions
Can you remove my old garage door in Romford?
Yes. Every door price includes removing and disposing of an old roller or up-and-over door at your Romford 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.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Romford?
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 Romford. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Romford?
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 Romford garage so you can compare.
Do I need permission for a new roller garage door in Romford?
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.
Is converting from up-and-over to roller worth it?
It depends on how you use the garage and the drive. A roller door doesn't swing out, so you can park closer; it frees the garage ceiling; and insulated laths cut draughts and noise compared with an uninsulated panel. The free survey and written quote give you the actual figure to weigh against those benefits.
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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