Patio and bifold door grilles in South Ockendon: what will it cost?
As a guide, patio and bifold door grilles in South Ockendon cost £1,074 to £2,994 including VAT (£895 to £2,495 plus VAT) per set of doors, supplied and fitted. The exact figure depends on size, type, finish and locking, and is confirmed in writing after the free survey.
A patio door grille is a wide retractable grille fitted inside sliding patio or bifold doors. Closed, it protects a large glazed opening that is often out of sight at the back of the house; open, it folds into slim stacks so the view and access are unaffected.
Options for patio and bifold door grilles in South Ockendon
- White, black, anthracite or RAL
- Locks operable from inside
- Multi-leaf grilles for openings up to several metres
- Optional extra locking points for wide spans
- Matched to aluminium, uPVC or timber frames
- Stacks positioned to clear handles and curtains
Fitting in South Ockendon and nearby
South Ockendon is about 19 miles from Southend-on-Sea, the main centre for Essex. We can survey and fit across the RM15 district and in nearby places such as Grays and Hornchurch.
Essex ranges from Victorian terraces in Southend and Colchester to new towns such as Harlow and Basildon and large commuter estates near London.
Common openings for patio and bifold door grilles:
- Sliding patio doors
- Garden room and extension openings
- Bifold doors
- Orangeries
Getting the right patio door grille for your building
Colour
Anthracite grilles sit quietly against grey aluminium frames.
Usage
If you open the doors every day, ask for a lighter-action grille with smooth runners.
What the rules say in England
Bedroom and escape windows
Approved Document B (fire safety) expects many habitable rooms in houses, especially first-floor rooms, to have an emergency escape window with an unobstructed opening of at least 0.33 m², at least 450 mm high and 450 mm wide, with the bottom of the opening no more than 1,100 mm above the floor. We only fit grilles over escape windows with a release that opens from inside without a key.
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 South Ockendon
- Accept the fixed quote
- Installation by installers working under our contract
Patio and bifold door grilles in South Ockendon: questions
Can you survey in South Ockendon and nearby towns?
Yes. Surveys in South Ockendon, Grays, Hornchurch and elsewhere in Essex are booked around installer availability.
How long does fitting take?
A typical set of patio doors takes half a day once the grille is made.
Do patio grilles block the view?
When open, only a slim stack at each side. When closed, the lattice is open enough to see the garden clearly.
Can the grille be fitted outside the patio doors?
It can, but inside is usual because the grille is protected and the outside of the house stays the same.
Patio and bifold door grilles in nearby towns
Other grilles in South Ockendon
- Grille lock replacement and upgrades
- LPS 1175 certified security grilles
- Bespoke security grilles
- Counter and hatch grilles
- Removable security grilles
- Escape window grilles (quick release)
Tell us about your patio door grille and we will come back with a guide price.