Shrewsbury · Shropshire
Sliding Doors in Shrewsbury
Building an extension in Shrewsbury? We can supply and fit sliding patio doors made to the opening, with low thresholds and glass chosen for the orientation.
- SY1
- SY2
- SY3
- Guide from £1,795
Slimline sliding doors across Shrewsbury
Replacing patio doors in the same opening usually takes about a day on site, longer for wide multi-panel systems or where heavy glass needs extra hands or lifting gear. The doors are made to the survey sizes first, and the lead time is confirmed in writing with the quote.
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.
Lift-and-slide doors raise the panel off its seals when the handle is turned, so it glides easily, then lower it back onto the gaskets when closed. This allows very large, heavy panels with good weather sealing. Standard in-line sliders are lighter, simpler and usually cost less.
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.
Included as standard
- Toughened or laminated safety glass in every panel
- Survey of the opening, levels and support above
- Made-to-measure sliding doorset in your chosen colour
- Fitting, levelling, roller adjustment and sealing
About Shrewsbury for this job
- Postcodes covered
- SY1, SY2, SY3 and the surrounding area, including Wellington, Telford and Oswestry
- Coast
- Shrewsbury is well inland, around 64 km from the nearest coast, so salt exposure is not usually a factor.
- Daylight and sun
- In Shrewsbury the midwinter sun reaches about 14° above the horizon at noon, with roughly 7.4 hours of daylight, rising to about 61° and 16.6 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
- Large sliding panels are heavy and long, so city installations need planned access through the house, parking nearby and sometimes lifting equipment for upper floors or balconies. Flats need freeholder consent and planning permission, and acoustic glass helps on busy roads.
- 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 Shrewsbury
| 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 L sets the minimum energy performance for replacement windows and doors in existing homes in England: a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K, or Window Energy Rating band B for windows; doors can instead meet a Door Set Energy Rating (band B, or band C for doors more than 60% glazed); rooflights need 2.2 W/m²K.
Specification choices
Multi-track configuration
Two, three or four tracks so several panels stack behind each other, opening one or both sides of the frame.
Slimline aluminium sliders
Very narrow frames and interlocks for the widest view, powder coated in a range of colours, suited to large openings.
uPVC patio doors
A lower-cost in-line sliding door with chunkier frames, available in white, grey and woodgrain foils for standard openings.
Sliding Doors in Shrewsbury: questions
Why is my sliding door so hard to open?
A sliding door usually becomes stiff because of grit in the track, worn or seized rollers, or a panel that has dropped out of adjustment. Cleaning the track often helps, and rollers can sometimes be adjusted or replaced. If the frame has distorted or the panels are very heavy, replacing the doors is often the more lasting fix.
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.
Can sliding doors have a level threshold?
Yes, many sliding door systems offer a low or flush bottom track for near level access. They need good external drainage and some shelter, because a flush track is less weather resistant than a raised sill. On exposed elevations, a slightly raised threshold is often the more reliable choice, and the survey checks which suits your patio.
Can I get sliding doors with a very slim frame?
Yes. Slimline aluminium sliding doors are designed with narrow outer frames and interlocks, and some systems hide part of the frame in the floor, walls or ceiling. Very slim systems need precise, level openings and strong support above, so the survey checks the lintel, floor and walls before recommending one.
Do you cover Shrewsbury for sliding doors?
Yes. We can quote for sliding doors across Shrewsbury and the surrounding Shropshire area, including postcode districts SY1, SY2 and SY3, and nearby Wellington, Telford and Oswestry. 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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