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Roller garage doors with vision and vent laths in Bournemouth

We fit roller garage doors with vision and vent laths in Bournemouth, on manual, electric and insulated doors. The number and position of the laths are written into your quote after a free survey in Dorset.

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Guide price: from £1,040 inc VAT
First step: Free survey
Covers: Bournemouth, BH2, BH4 and BH1
Area: Dorset

White roller garage door seen from inside with a band of perforated vision laths letting in daylight

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What should I know about roller garage doors with vision and vent laths in Bournemouth?

Weigh up insulation if you're choosing insulated laths, as vent laths let air through and vision laths hold less heat.
Ask whether vision or vent laths are covered by the certificate if you're choosing a security-rated door model.
Decide whether the garage needs daylight, airflow or both, since vision and vent laths do different jobs.
Think about privacy, because vision laths can let people glimpse what's inside when the garage light is on after dark.

How does it work in Bournemouth?

When you're happy with the quote and accept it, we put the fitting date in writing, based on when an installer is available. The door, including its special laths, is only ordered after that acceptance.

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 roller garage doors with vision and vent laths cost in Bournemouth?

Item	Guide price (inc VAT)	Ex VAT
Manual roller door, single, with vision or vent laths	£1,040–£1,640	£866.67–£1,366.67 + VAT
Vision or vent laths (added to a new door)	£145–£345	£120.83–£287.50 + VAT

Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.

Covering Bournemouth and nearby

We take enquiries from across Bournemouth, from BH2 outwards, and confirm every price and date in writing before anything is ordered. Bournemouth is about 24 miles from Dorchester.

We also cover Christchurch (4 miles), Poole (5 miles) and New Milton (10 miles).

Rules that apply in Bournemouth

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.

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.

Roller garage doors with vision and vent laths in Bournemouth: questions

Can I get a price for Bournemouth 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.

Is an electric roller door worth it for a garage in Bournemouth?

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 Bournemouth garage so you can compare.

How much do roller garage doors with vision and vent laths cost in Bournemouth?

Our guide price for roller garage doors with vision and vent laths is from £1,040 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 Bournemouth as elsewhere we cover.

How long does it take to fit a roller garage door in Bournemouth?

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.

How do I clean vision laths?

Clean them gently, following the manufacturer's care guidance that comes with the door, and avoid abrasive cleaners or scourers that could scratch the see-through sections. Do it with the door closed and, on an electric door, make sure no one operates it while you're cleaning. Keep the guide rails clear of debris at the same time.

Do vent laths let rain or insects into the garage?

Vent laths have openings by design, so some air movement comes with them, and in very wet, windy weather a little moisture may get in. If you store things that must stay completely dry, keep them away from the door. Think about where the vent laths sit in the curtain, and discuss it at the survey before you decide.