Buying and installation
What's included in a garage door quote?
A proper UK garage door quote should show one total price inc. VAT and installation against your actual opening size, not a bare 'from' figure. It should include the door and frame, any operator and remote, removal and disposal of the old door (typically £200–£300), and the warranty terms in writing.
What a full quote covers
A trustworthy UK garage door quote is built around your actual measured opening, not a generic size, and states one total figure including VAT and fitting rather than a bare "from" price. It should itemise the door, frame, any electric operator and remote handsets, and confirm whether removal and disposal of your old door is included or charged separately.
Red flags to watch for
Be cautious of a quote that only shows a "from £X" figure with no reference to your actual opening, since under the DMCC Act 2024 any advertised price must be genuinely available — a bare "from" price that never applies in practice is a compliance problem, not just a sales tactic. Also check the warranty is stated in writing, not just mentioned verbally.
Questions people ask
- Should VAT be shown separately on a garage door quote?
- The headline total should be inclusive of VAT so you know the real cost, though a reputable installer will usually also break out the VAT amount for your records — what matters is that the total figure quoted is the amount you actually pay.
- Is a site survey usually included free in a quote?
- Most UK installers offer a free survey and measurement visit before issuing a firm quote, since an accurate quote depends on the actual opening size rather than an estimate.
- Should the warranty be written into the quote?
- Yes — ask for the warranty terms in writing as part of the quote or order confirmation, covering what is included, how many years it runs, and whether call-out labour is covered or charged extra.
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