New Front Door Cost

A question that gets asked on a regular basis is "how much do new front doors cost?"

This question really depends on the factors involved. What kind of front door do you want? What front door furniture do you want? Do you need the front door fitted?
Despite the many factors involved, it is important to know what price range you should be paying for a new door so that you are not ripped off.

Often companies that knock on doors or call you will offer a much higher quote. They will then gauge your reaction and act accordingly. If you react positively to the quote they may highlight the benefits - leaving the price as it is. If you react negatively they may start applying 'special discounts' to entice you, as well as emphasising the benefits.
Of course, if you buy a front door online through a system with an instant live quote, you don't need to worry about inflated quotes. You know that you are getting the price everyone else gets, and you can easily compare it to other companies.

uPVC doors are known to be the cheapest. At present you can get a uPVC door for between £200 and £400. On top of that is installation - this really depends on the company offering installation. You shouldn't be paying more than £1,000 for both a standard uPVC door and installation.

Wooden doors are much more expensive. There are a number of factors when buying a wood door, which cause the price to vary greatly. Lower quality wooden doors could cost as little as £275, whereas higher quality, custom made or more intricate designs could cost you thousands.

Composite doors are in the middle of uPVC and Wooden doors. You can get a composite door from between £360 and £800.