Looking at replacing your door? Whether you’d like a classic uPVC door or a modern composite, you’ll find the answers to your questions below.
If there’s anything we haven’t answered here, please contact us and we’ll be in touch soon.
What is the average cost to replace a door?
Every DesignHaus door replacement project is fully bespoke to the customer. When we calculate the price of your new door we factor in several aspects from style to material. Therefore, you won’t find any fixed prices displayed on our site.
Please request a free no-obligation quote and we’ll tailor a competitive price to accommodate your needs.
What is the best material for a door replacement?
There’s no real answer here, truthfully, it’s all down to personal wants and needs. Both composite doors and uPVC doors are durable, energy efficient and low maintenance.
Here’s a helpful table to lay out the features of each:
| uPVC doors | Composite doors |
| Can last 25+ years with minimal maintenance | Can last up to 35 years with minimal maintenance |
| Budget friendly | Can add considerable value |
| Thermally sound A+ rated frames, with a multi-chambered profile | Thermally sound A-rated frames, 17% more effective than a traditional timber door |
| High-security internal glazing, multi-point locks | Trulock locking system & Brisant Ultion 3-star security cylinder, £1000 Guarantee against forced entry |
| Better soundproofing qualities than other materials | High-performance GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) with high-density foam insulated core |
| Durable weather resistance | Outstanding weather resistance to seasonal changes |
| A wide range of customisable designs, hardware, colours and effects. | Endless design variations: Thresholds, side panels, astragal bars, woodgrain effects, stable door configurations… |
Is planning permission required for a replacement door?
It’s unlikely that you’ll need to apply for planning permission when you’re making minor repairs, improvements or making a similar replacement. If the following applies it’s likely you will need to apply for planning permission to replace your doors:
- It’s a listed building
- It’s in a designated area, e.g. a conservation area or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
- The area is covered by an additional Article 4 direction
- The replacement doesn’t have a similar appearance to the existing building
- If you’re changing the existing width of the door space
What is FENSA certificate?
FENSA is a government-authorised scheme that acts as proof your installation was completed in compliance with building regulations and your local council was notified of the installation. DesignHaus is an official FENSA Approved installer, meaning you won’t need your installation inspected by a Local Building Control Officer.
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What makes a good door?
When you’re looking for a replacement door, you need to know what makes it good by looking at the specifications. You should be looking out for the following:
- The latest multi-point locking systems
- PAS 24 and Secured by Design certifications
- ‘A’ or above rated thermal efficiency
- Low maintenance features
- Bespoke designs and full customisation options
- High quality glazing options (If applicable)
- Product Guarantees
How secure is a replacement door?
Every DesignHaus door is fitted with the latest multi-point locking systems to protect yourself and your home from potential intruders. Our doors come with a PAS 24 certification so you can be assured your door is of the highest security level. Offering additional security upgrades for further peace of mind.
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