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How much does a new front door cost?
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When it comes to essential features in any home, there are few aspects that stand out more than your front door. The main entrance to your property and a fundamental element of home security, investing in the right front door will not only make you feel safe when you step through its threshold but also help to make your home feel that much cosier.
Naturally, a high-quality front door will have a respectable lifespan before it needs replacing. However, when the time does come for you to replace your front door, it’s important that you invest in a reputable product that will continue to protect your home for decades to come.
And the good news is that purchasing a new entrance door can be rather inexpensive, especially when compared to installing a new set of sliding panels and bi-folding doors. If anything, the cost of a new front door is very affordable.
But just how much is a new front door? And what factors do you need to take into account when calculating your new front door cost overall? Read on to learn more about the cost of a new front door from Express or get a quote for your home, today!
How much is a new front door?
As with the vast majority of new home renovations or installations, it’s tricky to provide a singular figure for the cost of a front door. Prices always vary between providers, and additional installation aspects that may be required to complete an installation will likely increase costs further.
For example, when it comes to our Express entrance doors, our customers can typically expect to pay an average front door cost of anywhere between £1,400 and £4,000, depending on exactly which of our entry doors they want installed and their preferred door style.
Our front door ranges |
Starting from |
Smart Designer Doors |
£1,400 |
XP77 |
£2,700+VAT |
Premium Doors |
£3,800+VAT |
Please note, however, that the above prices tend to be the starting costs for each of our front door options, and front door costs will likely increase further if you’re after something specific. Indeed, in many cases, you might find that our front-door products are slightly more expensive than our competitors, primarily due to their bespoke nature.
Simply put, here at Express, we believe in creating bespoke products that are tailored to the exact needs of our customers. Whether that means having it perfectly measured to fit your current entryway or adding additional security features on top of our base locking system, our team of experts are on hand to make your front door dreams a reality.
Best of all, once your new front door has been ordered, built, and installed, we’ll put you directly in touch with our aftercare teams, who are available to assist you with any issues or concerns you may have with your new purchase, all of which is covered under our comprehensive 10-year guarantee.
What factors affect the cost of a new front door?
Unlike traditional patio doors or window panelled doors, the factors that can increase the cost of a new front door tend to lend themselves more towards material and security features, such as:
- Door glazing
- Locking systems
- Panel material
- External lighting
- Additional features
Specific features aside, you’ve probably already noticed that door material is not covered under this list. This is because all of our Express front doors are made from aluminium, which we believe offers the best blend of strength, noise reduction, and cost-effectiveness – meaning it will be many years before you need to replace your front door again.
Door glazing
Starting with the simplest of door features, one of the first things you’ll want to consider with your new front door is whether or not you want it to feature in-built glazing or to come as a solid panel.
As you can imagine, constructing a front door that features any form of glass glazing requires an increased number of labour hours, hence why you might find glazed doors to be slightly more expensive overall.
Locking systems
After door glazing, the next area you’ll no doubt want to consider is door security; and when it comes to Express front doors, we offer anti-snap, bump, drill, and pick cylinder locks as standard, which are all diamond-rated at 3-stars. Not only that, but our premium doors also include a more advanced seven-point locking system alongside these.
However, if you’re interested in increasing your front door’s opening flexibility, then you can also opt for our smart door opening system. Provided by Ultion, this smart phone system allows you to open your door remotely from your phone and even provide guests with electronic keys for a set period, removing the need for extra keys.
Door panel design
Much like door glazing, another material area you’ll need to consider is how you want your new front door to look. After all, if you’re simply replacing your front door rather than doing a full renovation, then you want to be sure that the colour and style of its panelling match your current home aesthetic.
Fortunately, here at Express, we pride ourselves on giving you the flexibility you need to create a front door perfectly suited to any home décor, which is why we offer over 200 RAL colours for all of our doors, as well as wood grain finishes for anyone interested in our premium door range.
External Lighting
An often-overlooked aspect of most front doors, including external lighting in or around your front door setup can be the perfect way to light up your home if you know you’ll be returning home late in the evening.
Our lighting selection can accommodate both side light installations and top light fittings, or a combination of both, as well as glazed light covers, enabling you to illuminate your front door space however you want.
Additional Features
Finally, should you desire any additional features to be fitted to your door, this will naturally increase the overall price you can expect to pay. This could include things such as a letterbox, a preferred handle style, or even opting for a textured surface.
Alongside this, should you require any additional installation requirements past installing the door, such as expanding or shrinking your entrance, you will need to factor this price into your budget so that we can install your new door safely.
When should I think about replacing my front door?
With all that covered, you should hopefully now have a much better idea of how much a new front door might cost. Of course, this is only something you’ll need to consider should your front door need replacing in the near future.
Generally speaking, any well-made front door should last you for several decades before needing to be swapped out, assuming it is well-maintained. However, it may be time to replace it should you notice some or all of the following issues:
- Serious drafts
- Gaps and breaks
- Moisture damage
- Warping
- Sticking in the frame when opening or closing
Alternatively, you may simply wish to replace your door for aesthetic reasons, whether due to renovations or because your front door has not been replaced since you moved into your new home.
If this is the case, then we highly recommend heading to your nearest Express showroom to view our front door range and speak to our experts in person. You can also download our free brochure today if you want to view all our product specifications.
Or, if you’re considering installing other doors non-entrance doors, why not take a look at our blog where we have dedicated guides on the cost of sliding doors and the cost of bi-fold doors?
New front door cost FAQs
How much is a front door on average?
Generally speaking, a new front door could cost you anywhere between £1,200 and £5,500, depending on the complexity of the installation and what sort of features you want to be included in its setup.
Will a new front door increase property value?
Updating and modernising your front door is one of the best and most practical ways to increase your home’s property value, with modern and updated front doors being a sought-after feature for new and old buyers alike.
How much is a new front door to install?
As we’ve already highlighted, the specific installation costs around your new front door will vary depending on the type of door you want to purchase. Less expensive doors are naturally cheaper to install than premium doors, but you may also need to account for other installation aspects that we cannot cover – such as resizing your doorway.
What is included in a new front door installation?
All of our front door installations include measuring, manufacturing, delivery, and installation within the process, with costs being calculated based on your chosen door product and its features. The installation cost also includes a comprehensive ten year guarantee.
