- Postcode district
- SE6
- Survey
- Priced from photos or a diagnostic visit
- Booking
- Most repairs are booked within a few weeks, parts permitting
- Guide price
- From £95 inc VAT
- Nearby
- Lewisham, Forest Hill, Blackheath
- Building rules
- England
Repair or replace: sliding doors in Catford
Before you replace a sliding door, it is worth knowing which faults can be put right:
Where an older sliding door in Catford has several faults at once, such as misted glass, worn rollers and a failing lock, compare the total repair cost with a replacement before deciding.
When sending photos of a Catford door for a repair quote, include any label on the frame edge or spacer bar, because it can help identify the system and its parts.
- Repairing or refurbishing a damaged track removes the dips and burrs that make rollers jump, which stops a panel coming off its track.
- A new lock gearbox or cylinder restores secure locking when a handle turns but the bolts no longer engage, without replacing the whole door.
- Where a repair is not worth doing, for example because parts are unavailable, we say so plainly rather than fitting parts that will not last.
Sliding door repair prices in Catford
Use the table to budget for a repair in Catford. Prices include VAT, parts and fitting, and are confirmed before we attend.
| Repair | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Handle replacement | £95–£165 |
| Roller replacement (per sliding panel) | £185–£325 |
| Lock or gearbox replacement | £165–£295 |
| Track repair or refurbishment | £195–£395 |
From photos to fixed door in Catford
We repair sliding doors in Catford and nearby Lewisham and Forest Hill. You approve the price first, then we book the visit; most repairs are completed in a single visit, unless parts need ordering or a new glass unit must be made.
Do you need approval in Catford?
Like-for-like repairs such as new rollers, locks, handles or adjustment are not building work under the Building Regulations in England. If the whole door is replaced, it becomes a controlled fitting and the replacement rules apply.
Common repairs and upgrades
- Adjustment and service. Re-aligning panels, cleaning tracks and checking seals and drainage.
- Handle replacement. Replacing broken or loose handles, including key-lockable versions.
- Roller replacement. New rollers for each sliding panel, restoring a smooth, quiet action.
Questions about sliding door repairs in Catford
How quickly can you fix a sliding door in Catford?
We offer a repair date in the SE6 district once you approve the price. Common parts such as rollers and handles can often be fitted on the first visit; specialist parts may need ordering.
Can you replace misted glass in a sliding door?
Yes, a misted sealed unit in a sliding door can usually be replaced on its own without changing the frame. The new unit is made to the size of the old one in safety glass, as glass in doors must be, and fitted into the existing panel. It is worth checking whether the frame is still sound first.
Is there a free survey for sliding door repairs?
No, our free survey applies to new doors and replacements only. Repairs are quoted from photos and a short video you send us, or after a diagnostic visit where photos are not enough. If a visit is needed, the diagnostic visit costs £95 inc VAT and is confirmed before we attend, so you know where you stand.
Is it worth repairing an old sliding patio door?
Repairing an old sliding patio door is worth it if the frame and glass are sound and the parts are available, because a few new rollers or a lock can restore it for a fraction of the cost of replacement. If the frame is failing, the door is single glazed or parts are discontinued, replacement usually makes more sense.