Surrey · England
Sliding Doors in Surrey
Want a clearer view of the garden from your home in Surrey? Slimline aluminium sliders keep frames to a minimum and take up no room when opened.
- Guide from £1,795
- 19 towns covered
- Postcode areas CR, GU, KT, RH, SM, TW
uPVC patio doors in Surrey: what to know
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.
The cost of sliding patio doors depends on the opening size, the number of panels and tracks, aluminium or uPVC, standard or lift-and-slide hardware, colour, glass and threshold. Very large panels may need lifting equipment. See the guide prices for typical ranges; the written quote fixes your figure.
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.
In England, a replacement door with more than 60% of its internal face glazed should achieve a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or a Doorset Energy Rating of band C under Approved Document L. Large sliding doors in new extensions are assessed within the extension's energy calculations.
Towns we cover for sliding doors in Surrey
Choose your town for local details, nearby areas and the postcode districts we cover.
What applies in Surrey
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.
For shops and other non-domestic buildings in England, Approved Document M covers accessible entrances, and Approved Document K requires large areas of glass that people could walk into to carry manifestation (visible markings).
Surrey is inland, around 36 km from the nearest coast at its closest point, so salt exposure is rarely a factor.
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.
Guide prices
| 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 |
Choosing your sliding doors
uPVC patio doors
A lower-cost in-line sliding door with chunkier frames, available in white, grey and woodgrain foils for standard openings.
Lift-and-slide doors
Panels lift off their seals to glide, then drop to seal tightly when closed; suited to very large, heavy glass panels.
Slimline aluminium sliders
Very narrow frames and interlocks for the widest view, powder coated in a range of colours, suited to large openings.
Multi-track configuration
Two, three or four tracks so several panels stack behind each other, opening one or both sides of the frame.
Sliding Doors in Surrey: questions
What maintenance do sliding patio doors need?
Sliding patio doors need regular cleaning of the bottom track and drainage slots, a wipe of the frames with mild soapy water and occasional checks of the brush seals and locks. Avoid oiling the track, which attracts grit. If a panel starts to drag, roller adjustment is usually a short job for a glazier.
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.
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.
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.
Which parts of Surrey do you cover for sliding doors?
We cover the whole of Surrey, including Woking, Guildford, Esher, Redhill and Staines, and postcode areas CR, GU, KT, RH, SM, TW. Building rules for sliding doors here follow the regulations for England. Enter your postcode on the quote form and we will confirm cover; then a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.
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