Ealing · Greater London
Bifold Doors in Ealing
Existing bifolds in Ealing dragging, dropping or refusing to lock? We can survey them and quote for adjustment or a new, made-to-measure set.
- W3
- W5
- W7
- W13
- Guide from £3,595
Folding patio doors for homes and businesses in Ealing
The price of bifold doors depends on overall width and height, the number of panels, material and profile system, colour, glass specification, threshold type and the condition of the opening. Wide or very tall sets and triple glazing add cost. See the guide prices for typical ranges; the written quote fixes your figure.
Bifold door panels have wider frames where they meet than a sliding door, because each panel needs its own frame and hinges. A five-panel set shows four vertical sightlines when closed. If the view matters more than a fully open wall, a sliding door may suit better, so compare both.
Creating a new bifold opening in an external wall is structural work that needs building regulations approval and a correctly sized lintel or steel beam. Replacing existing doors in the same opening is simpler. Planning permission may also be needed for new openings in listed buildings, flats or conservation areas.
Bifold doors are glazed down to floor level, so every pane needs safety glass. In England, Approved Document K treats glazing in doors within 1500mm of the floor as a critical location. Units are usually toughened, with laminated glass added where extra security or protection against falls is wanted.
What's included
- Removal and disposal of any existing doors
- Toughened or laminated safety glass to every panel
- Survey of the opening, support above and floor levels
- Made-to-measure bifold doorset in your chosen colour
About Ealing for this job
- Postcodes covered
- W3, W5, W7, W13 and the surrounding area, including Acton, Greenford and Chiswick
- Coast
- Ealing is well inland, around 47 km from the nearest coast, so salt exposure is not usually a factor.
- Daylight and sun
- In Ealing the midwinter sun reaches about 15° above the horizon at noon, with roughly 7.6 hours of daylight, rising to about 62° and 16.4 hours in midsummer. A wide bifold opening on a south or west-facing wall brings in strong sun and can overheat a room, so solar-control glass or integral blinds may help. North-facing bifolds benefit from high light-transmission low-E glass to make the most of winter daylight.
- Access and setting
- Long, heavy bifold panels need planned access through the house or a side passage, and parking close by for unloading. In terraces and flats, check permitted development rights, freeholder consent and conservation area rules before ordering.
- Rules in England
- Approved Document K requires safety glass in critical locations in England: glazing in doors and in side panels within 300 mm of a door, up to 1500 mm above floor level, and any glazing in walls or partitions up to 800 mm above floor level.
Guide prices in Ealing
| Typical job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Aluminium bifold, 2400 mm wide | £4,295 – £5,495 |
| Aluminium bifold, 3000 mm wide | £5,095 – £6,595 |
| Aluminium bifold, 4800 mm wide | £7,495 – £9,595 |
| uPVC bifold, 3000 mm wide | £3,595 – £4,595 |
Get a guide price for your size
Replacing windows and doors with similar ones is usually permitted development for houses in England. Flats, listed buildings and homes in conservation areas or covered by an Article 4 direction can need permission, so check with the council first.
Choosing your bifold doors
Integrated blinds
Blinds sealed between the panes of each unit, controlled by a magnetic slider, so they never need dusting or catch on folding.
Timber bifolds
Engineered hardwood or softwood panels for a natural finish, factory coated and needing periodic re-coating over their life.
Aluminium bifolds
Slim, stiff thermally broken panels that carry large glass units, powder coated in a wide range of colours and finishes.
Bifold Doors in Ealing: questions
Can I fit bifold doors in a conservation area or a flat?
Possibly, but you may need permission first. Flats and maisonettes do not have the same permitted development rights as houses, and listed buildings need consent for significant works. Conservation areas and Article 4 directions can restrict changes visible from the street. Check with your council before ordering; the council can tell you what an application needs, and we can provide product details and specifications to support it.
How long does it take to fit bifold doors?
Fitting a typical set of bifold doors takes one to two days on site, depending on width, removal of old doors and making good around the opening. The doors are manufactured to the survey sizes first, and the lead time depends on the system and colour; it is confirmed in writing when you accept the quote.
Are bifold doors secure?
Good bifold doors are secure when the traffic door has a multi-point lock and anti-snap cylinder, the other panels have shoot bolts top and bottom, the glass is internally beaded and the hinges and track resist lifting. Ask whether the system has been tested to PAS 24, and consider laminated glass for ground-floor doors.
What guarantee comes with bifold doors?
Manufacturer guarantees apply to the frames, coating, hardware, rollers and sealed units, and the terms are confirmed in writing. Cover for running gear can depend on regular cleaning and adjustment, so read the conditions. Guarantee terms for the installation are set out in writing with your quote, so you know what is covered before going ahead.
Do you cover Ealing for bifold doors?
Yes. We can quote for bifold doors across Ealing and the surrounding Greater London area, including postcode districts W3, W5, W7 and W13, and nearby Acton, Greenford and Chiswick. Start with your postcode on the quote form and a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.
Get a written quote in Ealing
Free survey for new glazing, clear guide prices and one point of contact for every glazing job.