Door security gates in Washington

Door security gates in Washington: what will it cost?

Our guide range for door security gates in Washington is £714 to £1,554 including VAT (£595 to £1,295 plus VAT) per door, including fitting. The survey is free for new installations and your fixed price follows in writing.

A door security gate is a steel grille fitted across a doorway, either as a retractable concertina gate or a hinged gate on its own frame. Locked, it holds the opening even if the door itself is forced or its glass is broken.

Options for door security gates in Washington

Powder-coated finishes to match door frames
Locks operable from inside, outside or both
Suitable for timber, uPVC, composite and aluminium doors
Can be combined with a letterbox gap or pet clearance where needed
Additional shoot bolts into the floor and head for wider gates
Low-profile floor track options to reduce trip hazards

Fitting in Washington and nearby

Washington is about 6 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne, the main centre for Tyne and Wear. We can survey and fit across the NE37 district and in nearby places such as Chester-le-Street and Felling.

Tyne and Wear is known for Tyneside flats and brick terraces, Newcastle's listed Grainger Town, and large retail and office centres.

Common openings for door security gates:

Glazed kitchen and utility doors
Office side entrances
Flat entrance doors onto communal areas
Back and side doors of houses

Getting the right door gate for your building

Which side you lock from

A gate that is only locked from inside suits most homes. If the door is your way out at night, choose a gate that also locks from outside.

Fire exits

On business premises a gate across an exit must not obstruct escape while anyone is inside. We discuss how it will be managed before recommending one.

What the rules say in England

England

Grilles in rented homes

Landlords in England must keep rented homes free from serious hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, which includes fire. A grille that stops a tenant using an escape window can create a hazard, so grilles in rented homes should have keyless internal releases.

Listed buildings and conservation areas

Listed buildings need listed building consent for works that affect their character, which can include internal grilles and their fixings. In conservation areas, councils look closely at anything fitted to the outside. We recommend speaking to the council's conservation officer before ordering.

How it works

Guide price online or by phone
Survey in Washington
Accept the fixed quote
Installation by installers working under our contract

Door security gates in Washington: questions

Which areas near Washington do you cover?

We can arrange work in Washington and in nearby Chester-le-Street (4 miles), Felling (4 miles) and Houghton-le-Spring (5 miles). Dates depend on installer availability.

Can a security gate go behind a fire exit door?

Only if it does not obstruct escape while the building is occupied. That normally means it is unlocked and parked open during opening hours and locked only when the premises are empty.

Is a security gate better inside or outside the door?

Inside is usual for back doors because the gate is protected and the door still seals against the weather. Outside works for recessed doorways or where the door opens inwards and would hit the gate.

Can you fit a gate to a flat entrance door?

Yes, subject to the building owner's permission and any fire strategy for the block, as flat entrance doors in shared buildings often have a fire safety role.

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