- Postcode district
- TW3
- 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
- Twickenham, Richmond, Feltham
- Building rules
- England
What uPVC sliding patio doors offer homes in Hounslow
Most homeowners choosing uPVC sliding patio doors want the same things: more light, a clear view and a door that is easy to live with.
If the windows on your Hounslow home are white or woodgrain uPVC, uPVC sliding patio doors in a matching finish keep the rear of the house looking uniform.
Replacing a tired patio door in Hounslow? A uPVC slider usually fits the existing opening, so the job is a straight swap rather than building work.
- Compressible gaskets and brush pile seals along the interlock reduce the draughts and rattles that an older patio door with worn seals often suffers from.
- uPVC frames never need painting or staining; an occasional wipe with warm soapy water keeps white or foiled finishes looking clean.
- Shoot-bolt or hook locking on the sliding panel, plus anti-lift devices, help stop the panel being lifted or levered out of the frame from outside.
Daylight in Hounslow and what it means for your glass
Sun angles matter for big glazed doors. Around Hounslow, midday sun reaches about 62° in summer and drops to about 15° in winter. That low winter sun is free heat through south-facing glass; high summer sun is easier to shade with a roof overhang, and solar-control glass helps where there is none.
uPVC sliding patio doors prices in Hounslow
Guide prices are the same across Greater London: the fitted price depends on the size, system and specification, not your postcode. These figures are for a standard 2.1 m high door, fitted, including VAT and removal of an old door of similar size.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8 m | 2 panels | £1,895–£2,295 |
| 2.1 m | 2 panels | £1,995–£2,495 |
| 3.0 m | 2 panels | £2,495–£3,095 |
See every size on the uPVC sliding patio doors page or try the guide price tool.
From survey to fitted door in Hounslow
Once the opening is measured, nothing is ordered until you sign off the specification. Lead time is typically 2–4 weeks from survey sign-off. Our fitters protect floors, remove the old door, install and seal the new one and leave the area clean — usually 1 day for a straight swap in an existing opening for a door like this.
Do you need approval in Hounslow?
English Building Regulations treat a new or replacement external door in an existing home as a controlled fitting: it needs a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better (or Doorset Energy Rating band C) if more than 60% of it is glazed (Approved Document L), and safety glass in a critical location (Approved Document K). Compliance is arranged through a competent person scheme installer or a Building Control notification, so you get a certificate for your records.
Options to consider for your uPVC sliding patio door
- Handles. Lever or pull handles in white, black, chrome or gold-effect finishes, with a key lock on the outside.
- 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 Hounslow
Do you fit uPVC sliding patio doors in Hounslow?
Yes. We survey and fit uPVC sliding patio doors in Hounslow and across Greater London, including nearby Twickenham and Richmond. Start with a guide price online or call us, and we will arrange a free survey for a new or replacement door.
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.
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.
How quickly can a uPVC patio door be fitted?
A uPVC sliding patio door is typically made in 2–4 weeks after you sign off the surveyed specification, the shortest lead time of the sliding door materials. A straight swap in the same opening typically takes 1 day, including removing the old door, fitting, sealing and making good inside. Times are typical rather than promised, and foiled colours can add a little time.