Conservatory patio doors
Conservatory patio doors slide sideways instead of swinging, so they need no room to open and suit wide, shallow spaces. They are cheaper than bifold doors and give a larger glass area than French doors.
Who conservatory patio doors suit
Suits
- Conservatories and rooms with limited space in front of the doors
- A large glass area without the cost of bifold doors
- Anyone who wants an easy, simple opening
Good points
- No room needed to open
- A bigger glass area than a standard pair of French doors
- Costs less than bifold doors
Watch out for
- Only half the opening is open at once
- The track needs cleaning and the rollers wear
- Aluminium sets cost much more than uPVC
What conservatory patio doors cost
Conservatory patio doors typically cost £1,600 (Replacing existing patio doors, uPVC to aluminium, fitted), with most jobs between £720 and £3,000. That includes VAT at 20%. Fitting takes 1–2 days on site.
What you would actually pay
Typical Replacing existing patio doors, uPVC to aluminium, fitted · UK- Typical installed cost Conservatory patio doors, supplied and fitted
- £1,333
- VAT at 20% Standard rate
- £267
- Net cost to you
- £1,600
If you borrowed £1,600.00 over 36 months at 0.0%, it would cost £44.44 a month – £1,600.00 in total, of which £0.00 is interest. The last payment would be £44.60.
Illustration only – not a quote, not an offer of credit, and not financial advice. Rates depend on your circumstances and creditworthiness.
Where the money goes on conservatory patio doors
| Element | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Patio doors, supplied and fitted Sliding patio doors in uPVC or aluminium, replacing the old set. This row is the headline price for the range of materials and sizes. | £720 – £3,000 |
| New opening in an existing wall, including lintel Where a patio door replaces a window or goes into a new opening. | £1,900 – £3,500 |
| Structural engineer Where the opening needs a new lintel or beam, charged by the hour. | £0 – £240 |
| Scaffolding Where the doors are above ground level. | £0 – £600 |
Guide prices including VAT. Your actual cost depends on your home, access and specification.
What moves the price of conservatory patio doors
- Frame material
uPVC is much cheaper than aluminium, which is used for the larger sets.
- Size and number of panels
Wider sets and extra glass add to the price.
- New opening or like for like
Cutting a new opening adds a lintel, building work and fees.
- Finish and security
Dual colour frames, low thresholds and upgraded locks cost extra.
What a quote for conservatory patio doors should include
If a quote is missing any of these, ask why before you compare it with another.
- The frame material, colour inside and out, and the guarantee
- The glass specification, including toughened safety glass where it is needed
- Removal and disposal of the old doors
- Making good the plaster, trims and threshold
- FENSA or CERTASS registration for the work
- Whether any lintel, structural work or Building Regulations fees are in the price
Conservatory patio doors prices by region
Labour is most of the difference. Typical price (Replacing existing patio doors, uPVC to aluminium, fitted), including VAT.
| Region | Typical | vs UK average |
|---|---|---|
| London | £2,000 | +25% |
| South East | £1,900 | +17% |
| South West | £1,800 | +10% |
| East of England | £1,700 | +6% |
| West Midlands | £1,700 | +4% |
| Scotland | £1,700 | +2% |
| East Midlands | £1,600 | UK average |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | £1,600 | UK average |
| North West | £1,600 | −2% |
| North East | £1,500 | −5% |
| Wales | £1,500 | −6% |
| Northern Ireland | £1,400 | −12% |
Common questions about conservatory patio doors
How much do patio doors cost?
A uPVC sliding set is the cheapest. Aluminium sets and wider openings cost more, and the money block above shows the range.
Are sliding patio doors secure?
A modern set with multipoint locks and anti-lift features is as secure as any other external door.
Can I replace patio doors with bifold doors?
Often, but the opening may need a new lintel and the price rises accordingly.
Where these conservatory patio doors prices come from
Guide prices are compiled from published UK price guides, converted to a price before VAT, and shown here with VAT added. They are indicative, not quotations. How we price explains the method.
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