We supply and fit double glazing doors in Wimbledon Chase, from front doors to French, patio, bifold and stable doors. This page is for homeowners who want a door that looks right, keeps heat in and keeps the house secure. You will see which doors suit local homes, what drives the cost and how we fit them.
Every door is made to measure. We are FENSA registered, and every install comes with a 10-year guarantee. For our full range, see the main double glazing doors page.
Doors in Wimbledon Chase: what we see locally
- Typical homes: Interwar semis and terraces, with some newer flats near the station
- Streets we fit on: Kingston Road and Bushey Road
Building control for this area is handled by Merton Council. For windows and other work in the district, see our page on double glazing in Wimbledon Chase.
Choosing the Right Door for Each Entrance
Most homes need more than one kind of door. The front, the back and the garden each ask for something different.
- Front door. Security and kerb appeal come first. A composite door is the most popular pick. It looks like painted timber but needs far less care.
- Back or side door. A solid uPVC or composite door with a small glass panel gives light and privacy.
- Garden opening. For a narrow opening, French doors open fully and let in fresh air. For wider spans, a patio door or bifold makes more of the view.
- Kitchen or cottage door. Stable doors split in two. You can open the top half for air while the bottom keeps pets and small children in.
We look at your house, the size of each opening and how you use the space. Then we suggest the door that fits best.
In Wimbledon Chase, the style of the house often guides the choice. Older homes tend to suit a panelled composite or timber-look front door with a glazed fanlight. Newer homes and rear extensions suit slim aluminium frames and wide glass. On a street where the doors all match, we can copy the panel style and colour so your home still fits in. Many Wimbledon Chase owners change the front and back doors at the same time, so the hardware and colours match.
Door Materials Compared
uPVC is the lowest-cost option. It is warm, low upkeep and comes in white, grey and wood-grain foils. It suits back doors and many patio doors.
Composite doors have a solid core inside a tough outer skin. They are thick, heavy and very secure. They hold their colour well and resist warping. They come in a wide range of colours and styles.
Aluminium is strong and slim, so the frames can hold large panes of glass. It suits modern homes, extensions and wide openings. See our aluminium doors page for more on this option. The powder coat finish is baked on and lasts for years.
Timber gives the most traditional look. It suits period homes and conservation areas. It needs repainting or re-staining every few years.
Door Styles: French, Patio, Bifold and Stable
Each style opens in its own way, and that changes how the room feels.
- French doors are a pair of doors that open out from the centre. They suit openings up to about two metres.
- Patio doors slide on a track. They take up no space inside or out, which helps on small patios.
- Bifold doors fold back to open the whole wall. They suit wide openings into the garden.
- Stable doors open in two halves. They bring a cottage feel and extra air.
You can add side panels and a toplight to most styles to bring in more light.
Security, Heat and Noise
A new door should keep out intruders, cold and noise. We look at all three.
Security. Our doors use multi-point locks that lock at several points down the frame. Cylinders are tested to resist snapping, picking and drilling. Hinges have bolts so the door cannot be lifted out. Many of our doors are tested to recognised security standards.
Heat. Under Part L of the Building Regulations, a new door must reach a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better. We use sealed double glazed units with Low-E glass and warm edge spacers. Good seals all round stop draughts at the edges.
Noise. If you live on a busy road, acoustic glass and a thick composite door cut traffic noise. A well-fitted frame with good seals matters just as much as the glass.
What Drives the Cost of Double Glazing Doors
We do not quote fixed prices on this page, as every door is made for its opening. These are the main cost drivers:
- Door type: bifolds and wide patio doors cost more than a single door.
- Material: aluminium and timber usually cost more than uPVC.
- Size, and any side panels or toplights.
- Colour: dual colours and special shades add cost.
- Glass: decorative, acoustic or triple glazed units add cost.
- Hardware: smart locks, letter plates and knockers.
- Building work: making an opening wider needs a new lintel or beam.
Every job gets a written, fixed quote after a free survey. Payment stages are set out in the quote. To book a visit, use our quote page.
Measuring and Fitting Your New Door
You do not need to measure yourself. We measure every opening at the free survey, so the door fits first time. We check the width and height in three places, as old openings are rarely square. We also check the floor level, the lintel and the brickwork around the frame.
After the survey, we make the door to size, fit it and look after you once it is in. Most single doors are fitted in half a day. French doors and patio doors take about a day. Bifolds can take a day or two.
On the day, we protect your floor and keep the house secure. We remove the old door and frame with care. The new frame is fixed, levelled and sealed inside and out. We test the locks and hinges and show you how they work. We take the old door away for recycling.
Looking After Your Doors
Modern doors need little care. A few small jobs keep them working well:
- Wash the frame and door with warm soapy water a few times a year.
- Oil the locks and hinges once a year.
- Keep sliding and folding tracks clear of grit.
- Check that the seals sit flat and are not torn.
- If the door starts to drop or catch, call us. A small hinge adjust usually fixes it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can double glazed doors be fitted in listed or conservation properties?
Often, yes, but you may need consent first. Listed buildings always need consent for changes to doors. In a conservation area, the council may ask for a style and colour that match the street. Timber-look composite or timber doors often get approval. We can help you check the rules with the council before you order.
Will a new door affect our home insurance?
It can help. Insurers often ask about door locks and whether they meet set standards. Our doors come with tested locks and cylinders. After the job, we give you the product details and the FENSA certificate. Pass these to your insurer. They will tell you if it changes your cover or premium.
Are there greener door options?
Yes. Many uPVC frames now use recycled material in their core. Aluminium is easy to recycle at the end of its life. Low-E glass and good seals cut the heat you lose, which lowers your energy use. We also recycle your old door and frame. Ask us at the survey which options suit your home.
What does the guarantee cover?
Our 10-year guarantee covers the frames, the sealed glass units and the fitting. Locks, hinges and handles are covered by the maker's guarantee. Accidental damage is not covered. The full terms are set out in your written quote, so you know what is covered before you sign.
Can a pet flap or letter plate be fitted without weakening security?
Yes. We fit letter plates with draught and security guards that stop anyone reaching through. A pet flap can go in the solid part of a composite door or in a special glass unit. We choose a model that locks shut. Tell us at the survey so we can plan it into the order.