Streatham · Greater London
Sliding Doors in Streatham
Homeowners and landlords in Streatham can get a written sliding door quote that fixes the price for the panels, glass, threshold, colour and locks shown.
- SW16
- SW12
- SE27
- Guide from £1,795
Replacement patio doors for homes and businesses in Streatham
Making an opening wider for new sliding doors is structural work that needs building control approval and a correctly sized lintel or steel. Replacing doors in the existing opening is simpler. Flats, listed buildings and conservation areas may also need planning or other consent for the change.
Keep sliding doors running smoothly by vacuuming the bottom track and drainage slots regularly, wiping the tracks with a damp cloth and checking the brush seals. Avoid oil on the track itself, which attracts grit. Rollers can be adjusted when a panel starts to drag or the lock no longer lines up.
Older patio doors with worn rollers often feel heavy and grind along the track. Modern sliding doors use adjustable stainless or sealed bearing rollers designed for heavy glass, but they still need a clean, level track. Grit in the bottom track is the main reason a sliding door becomes stiff.
Security on sliding doors depends on multi-point hook locks that grip the frame, anti-lift blocks that stop panels being lifted off the track, internally glazed beads and an anti-snap cylinder. Older patio doors without anti-lift protection can sometimes be lifted out, so ask whether the system is tested to PAS 24.
Included as standard
- Fitting, levelling, roller adjustment and sealing
- Survey of the opening, levels and support above
- Removal and disposal of the existing doors
- Written guarantee terms and advice on building regulations sign-off
Local details for Streatham
- Postcodes covered
- SW16, SW12, SE27 and the surrounding area, including Clapham, Brixton and Mitcham
- Coast
- Streatham is well inland, around 35 km from the nearest coast, so salt exposure is not usually a factor.
- Daylight and sun
- In Streatham 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. Large sliding panes on south or west elevations can bring strong solar gain and glare, so solar-control or neutral low-E glass helps keep rooms comfortable. On north-facing elevations, high light-transmission glass and slim frames make the most of limited winter daylight.
- Access and setting
- Rural patios are often uneven or sit below the floor, so threshold height, drainage and level tracks need careful planning. Exposed sites benefit from stiffer frames, robust weather seals and laminated glass, as homes may be some distance from neighbours.
- 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 Streatham
| Typical job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Aluminium slider, 1800 mm wide | £2,695 – £3,495 |
| Aluminium slider, 3000 mm wide | £3,995 – £5,095 |
| Lift-and-slide, 4000 mm wide | £6,695 – £8,595 |
| uPVC patio door, 1800 mm wide | £1,795 – £2,395 |
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Approved Document Q applies to new homes in England, where doors and windows are expected to meet PAS 24 or an equivalent standard. It does not apply to replacements in existing homes, but PAS 24 products are still a sensible choice.
Options to choose between
Glass specification
Toughened low-E double glazing as standard, with triple glazing, laminated security glass, acoustic or solar-control glass available.
uPVC patio doors
A lower-cost in-line sliding door with chunkier frames, available in white, grey and woodgrain foils for standard openings.
Slimline aluminium sliders
Very narrow frames and interlocks for the widest view, powder coated in a range of colours, suited to large openings.
Sliding Doors in Streatham: questions
What guarantee comes with sliding patio doors?
Manufacturer guarantees apply to the frames, coating, rollers, locks and sealed units, and the terms are confirmed in writing. Cover for rollers can depend on regular cleaning, so read the conditions. Guarantee terms for the installation are set out in writing with your quote, so you know exactly what is covered before you go ahead.
Do sliding patio doors need building regulations approval?
Yes. Fully glazed replacement doors like these are controlled fittings under building regulations, so the work must meet energy and safety glazing standards. In England, an installer registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify the installation, or building control approves it. Widening an opening is structural and needs separate approval. Other UK nations set their own requirements.
How long does it take to install sliding doors?
Replacing a typical set of sliding patio doors takes about a day on site, and large multi-panel or lift-and-slide systems can take longer, especially if lifting equipment is needed. The doors are made to order first, and the manufacturing lead time is confirmed in writing when you accept the quote.
How much do sliding patio doors cost?
The cost of sliding patio doors depends on the width and height, the number of panels and tracks, aluminium or uPVC, standard or lift-and-slide hardware, colour, glass and threshold. Large slimline aluminium systems sit at the upper end. See the guide prices for typical ranges; the written quote fixes the price for your exact specification.
Do you cover Streatham for sliding doors?
Yes. We can quote for sliding doors across Streatham and the surrounding Greater London area, including postcode districts SW16, SW12 and SE27, and nearby Clapham, Brixton and Mitcham. Start with your postcode on the quote form and a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.
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Free survey for new glazing, clear guide prices and one point of contact for every glazing job.