Sectional garage door installation

What is checked at survey?

We measure the opening width and height, headroom above the opening, side room either side, the depth of the garage, and the condition of the brickwork, lintel and floor. We also look at power for an operator and anything that could get in the way of the tracks.

What happens on fitting day?

The old door is taken out, the opening is prepared, the frame and vertical tracks go in, the horizontal tracks are hung from the ceiling, the panels are assembled section by section, and the springs are fitted and set. The operator is fitted last, then everything is tested.

Why does balancing matter?

A balanced door should stay roughly where you leave it part-open. If the springs are set too light or too heavy, the door wears faster and the operator works harder. Balancing is a key step we never skip.

What paperwork will I get?

You get the door details, warranty information and, for powered doors, the safety checks carried out at handover, plus guidance on using the emergency release.

Do you supply doors for others to fit?

This service is supply and fit. Spring-loaded doors are dangerous to install without training, which is why we fit what we supply.

What options are there?

• Free surveyFor new doors and upgrades.
• Old door removalRemoval and disposal included where quoted.
• Making goodTrims and finishing round the opening.
• HandoverDemonstration and safety checks.

Key facts

Who is it for?

Best suited to anyone buying a new sectional garage door.

Do I need permission?

Replacing a garage door does not normally need planning permission anywhere in the UK. The usual exceptions are listed buildings, conservation areas, Article 4 areas in England and newer estates where planning conditions restrict changes to garages. Planning rules by nation →