Fitting, replacement and upgrades · NE1
Up-and-over to roller door conversion in Newcastle upon Tyne
We remove up-and-over doors and fit roller doors behind the opening for homes in Newcastle upon Tyne and elsewhere in Tyne and Wear. 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
- Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1, NE2 and NE4
- Area
- Tyne and Wear
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What should I know about up-and-over to roller door conversion in Newcastle upon Tyne?
- Electric conversions are commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and a Declaration of Conformity at handover.
- An up-and-over frame is kept only if it is sound and square; otherwise it comes out and the opening is prepared.
- 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.
How does it work in Newcastle upon Tyne?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
| 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 Newcastle upon Tyne and nearby
We cover the whole of Newcastle upon Tyne, across the NE postcode area, with the same guide prices and written quotes in every district.
We also cover Gateshead (under a mile), Wallsend (3 miles) and Hebburn (4 miles).
Rules that apply in Newcastle upon Tyne
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 Newcastle upon Tyne: questions
Is the survey in Newcastle upon Tyne really free?
Yes. For a new door, a replacement or a conversion, the survey is free and there is no obligation to go ahead. We measure the opening, check the lintel, headroom, side room and power, and send a written quote afterwards.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Newcastle upon Tyne?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne garage so you can compare.
Can you remove my old garage door in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Yes. Every door price includes removing and disposing of an old roller or up-and-over door at your Newcastle upon Tyne 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.
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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