Matching garage side doors in Gateshead
For Gateshead and nearby Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth and Wallsend, we handle the whole job on a matching side door: survey, made-to-measure order, removal of the old door and fitting.
Our coverage of Gateshead takes in postcode districts such as NE1, NE2, NE4, NE6, NE8, NE99, and nearby we also cover Newcastle upon Tyne (1 mi), Gosforth (3 mi) and Wallsend (3 mi).
- Area
- Tyne and Wear
- Planning authority
- Gateshead Council
- Postcode districts
- NE1, NE2, NE4 and more
- Nearest town
- Newcastle upon Tyne (1 mi)
- Guide price
- £995–£1,895
- Visits
- Free survey

What should Gateshead homeowners know about matching side doors?
Inward or outward opening?
Side doors can usually be hung to open in or out, left or right hand, to suit paths and the space inside.
Will it fit my existing opening?
Side doors are made to measure or chosen from size ranges. Existing openings vary a lot, so they are measured at survey.
What can you choose for your Gateshead garage?
- LockingRobust or multi-point locks.
- Matched panel designRibs, flush or cassette to match.
- Glazed top panelOptional on some ranges.
- Matched colourSame colour or woodgrain.
What will a matching side door cost in Gateshead?
Guide price: £995–£1,895 inc VAT. The figure includes VAT, fitting and taking away a standard old door. Your survey turns it into a fixed price.
At the free survey we measure everything the manufacturer needs, check the brickwork, lintel and floor, and agree the door details with you.
What rules apply in Gateshead?
Planning questions for homes in Gateshead go to Gateshead Council. Most garage door swaps need no permission, but conservation areas and listed buildings are the exceptions.
In England you can usually replace a garage door without planning permission. Check first if the house is listed, sits in a conservation area or Article 4 area, or was built with planning conditions covering the garage.
What happens next?
Send your enquiry
Give us the postcode and what you are thinking of; photos are welcome.
Survey and fixed price
A free visit to measure, then a written quote with the exact door.
Manufacture
The door is made for your opening while you wait for your fitting date.
Fit and handover
Usually one day on site, finishing with safety checks and a demonstration.
Questions from Gateshead customers
Do you fit side doors on their own?
Yes, if the opening is sound. Most customers order them with a new garage door.
How much is a matching garage side door?
A matching side door supplied and fitted is typically around £995–£1,895, depending on size and finish.
Do you cover Gateshead?
Yes. We cover Gateshead, including postcode districts NE1, NE2, NE4, NE6, NE8, NE99. Installation and visit dates depend on installer availability and are agreed when you book.
Do I need planning permission for a new garage door in Gateshead?
Usually not. Replacing a garage door, including with an electric sectional door, does not normally need planning permission in England unless the house is listed, in a conservation area or Article 4 area, or has planning conditions affecting the garage. If in doubt, check with Gateshead Council.
Do you also cover towns near Gateshead?
Yes. Close to Gateshead we also cover Newcastle upon Tyne (1 mi), Gosforth (3 mi), Wallsend (3 mi) and Hebburn (4 mi).
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Start with a guide price, then let us confirm it with a free survey.
