Are supply-only sliding doors right for homes in Essex?
Before you settle on a door type, it helps to know what supply-only sliding doors do well and what to check before you order.
Ordering supply-only doors for an Essex build? Time the delivery for when the opening is ready, so the panels are not stored on site and at risk of damage.
Whoever fits a supply-only door at your Essex home, ask them up front how they will handle Building Regulations compliance.
- Supply-only costs roughly two thirds of the fitted guide price for the same door, which can make sense when you already have a capable fitter on site.
- Booking one of our surveys transfers the responsibility for measuring to us, which is a sensible option if you are unsure about sizes or tolerances.
- Clear measuring guidance and tolerances are provided before you order, helping you give dimensions the factory can build to accurately.
Guide prices for supply-only sliding doors in Essex
Supply-only guide prices are the same across Essex: the door is made to measure and delivered, including VAT, with standard delivery to mainland Britain at £95. You or your builder fit it.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (supply only, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m | 2 panels | £2,195–£2,695 |
| 1.8 m | 2 panels | £2,395–£2,995 |
| 2.4 m | 2 panels | £2,895–£3,495 |
| 4.8 m | 4 panels | £4,595–£5,595 |
Every size is on the supply-only sliding doors page.
Daylight and glass in Essex
In Essex the shortest day has roughly 7 h 47 min of daylight and the longest about 16 h 41 min. The noon sun sits near 15° above the horizon in winter and 62° in summer — so glass that faces south collects useful warmth from October to March, while a west-facing door may need solar control to stop it overheating in July.
Where we deliver in Essex
We deliver supply-only doors to Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Colchester, Chelmsford, Harlow, Braintree and the rest of Essex.
Who handles approvals?
If you buy supply only, whoever fits the door is responsible for Building Regulations compliance and safety glazing. In England a replacement door is a controlled fitting, so compliance is arranged through a competent person scheme installer or Building Control; new openings need a Building Regulations application.
Questions about supply-only sliding doors in Essex
Can you measure for a supply-only order in Essex?
Yes, if you would like us to. Any charge for a supply-only survey is confirmed when you book; otherwise you give us the sizes, and you are responsible for them.
How heavy are supply-only sliding door panels?
Sliding door panels with double glazed safety glass are heavy, and large panels can weigh well over the safe limit for one person to lift, especially with triple glazing. Plan for enough people on site to unload, carry and position each panel, and keep the route from the delivery point to the opening clear and level.
How much is delivery for supply-only doors?
Standard delivery for supply-only sliding doors is £95 to addresses in mainland Britain. Northern Ireland, the Scottish islands, the Isle of Wight and the Isles of Scilly are by arrangement, with the cost quoted individually. Delivery details, such as the date and any access restrictions at your address, are agreed before the door is dispatched.
Can I fit a sliding door myself?
Fitting a sliding door yourself is possible if you are experienced with joinery and glazing, but large panels are heavy and the frame must be fitted square, level and well sealed for the door to run and drain properly. You also need to deal with Building Regulations compliance. Many people use supply-only with a builder they already trust.