- Postcode district
- SW11
- Survey
- Free for new and replacement doors
- Typical lead time
- Typically 2–4 weeks from survey sign-off
- Guide price
- From £1,695 inc VAT
- Nearby
- Chelsea, Wandsworth, Fulham
- Building rules
- England
uPVC sliding patio doors in Battersea: what to know
Before you settle on a door type, it helps to know what uPVC sliding patio doors do well and what to check before you order.
If the windows on your Battersea home are white or woodgrain uPVC, uPVC sliding patio doors in a matching finish keep the rear of the house looking uniform.
Where a patio door in Battersea opens onto a conservatory or narrow side return, a sliding panel avoids the clash a hinged door can have with furniture or a gate.
- As the least expensive sliding door material, uPVC lets you replace a draughty older patio door with modern double glazing on a modest budget.
- uPVC frames never need painting or staining; an occasional wipe with warm soapy water keeps white or foiled finishes looking clean.
- A two-panel uPVC slider usually fits the same opening as an old patio door, so a straight swap avoids building work and typically takes a day.
Daylight in Battersea and what it means for your glass
The midday sun over Battersea ranges from about 15° at the winter solstice to about 62° at midsummer. Low-angle winter light reaches further into a room through a tall door, which is one reason taller panels are worth considering; on south or west walls, pair them with solar-control glass.
uPVC sliding patio doors prices in Battersea
Use these guide prices to budget. They include VAT, fitting and taking away an old door of a similar size. Taller doors, triple glazing and dual colour add to the figure — the online tool shows how much.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m | 2 panels | £1,695–£2,095 |
| 1.8 m | 2 panels | £1,895–£2,295 |
| 2.4 m | 2 panels | £2,195–£2,695 |
See every size on the uPVC sliding patio doors page or try the guide price tool.
What happens when you order uPVC sliding patio doors in Battersea?
We plan the job around your home in Battersea: survey first, then a written quote, then manufacture (typically 2–4 weeks from survey sign-off). The fitting itself usually takes 1 day for a straight swap in an existing opening. If you are in Chelsea or Wandsworth, the same process and prices apply.
Do you need approval in Battersea?
In England, a replacement sliding door is a controlled fitting under the Building Regulations. In an existing home, a door with more than 60% glazing must reach a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better (or a Doorset Energy Rating of band C) under Approved Document L, and glass in doors must be safety glazing under Approved Document K. We arrange compliance through a competent person scheme installer or by notifying Building Control, and you receive the certificate.
Choosing the specification
- Foiled colours. Anthracite grey, black, cream or woodgrain foils on one or both faces, for an extra charge.
- Threshold. A standard threshold for a straight swap, or a lower threshold where the floor build-up allows.
- Panel layout. Choose which side slides, or a three-panel layout for openings beyond about 3 m.
Questions about uPVC sliding patio doors in Battersea
How soon can you survey in Battersea?
Surveys in the SW11 district are booked at a time that suits you, and we offer survey dates when we reply to your enquiry. After you approve the written quote, manufacture is typically 2–4 weeks from survey sign-off.
Are uPVC sliding doors secure?
uPVC sliding doors are secure when the sliding panel has multi-point locking, anti-lift protection and steel reinforcement in the frame. Systems are available tested to PAS 24, the UK enhanced security standard for doorsets. Laminated glass adds resistance to breaking through, and a key-locking handle stops the door being opened from inside if a pane is broken.
What sizes do uPVC sliding doors come in?
uPVC sliding doors are made to measure, so they come in any size within the system limits rather than set sizes. Our uPVC range covers overall widths from about 1.5 m to 3.6 m at standard 2.1 m height. Two panels cover most openings up to about 3 m, and beyond that a third panel is added. For larger openings, aluminium carries bigger panels.
Should I choose uPVC or aluminium for a sliding door?
Choose uPVC if budget and a quick, simple replacement matter most, and aluminium if you want slimmer frames, bigger panels or a powder-coated colour. uPVC insulates well and costs less, but its frames are wider and its panels smaller. Aluminium suits openings over about 3.6 m and modern extensions. Our aluminium vs uPVC guide sets out the differences.