Planning your new front door in Alcester
This kind of work rarely needs planning permission, but it does have to comply with Building Regulations, and some parts must be certified by a registered installer or signed off by building control. In Alcester, building control is provided by Stratford-on-Avon District Council or a registered building control approver (formerly an approved inspector).
- Different colours inside and out let a door suit both your hallway and the street.
- If more than half the door face is glazed, the installation has to be certified under the Building Regulations.
- Side panels within 300 mm of a door need safety glass too, not just the door itself.
- Postcode district
- B49
- Planning and building control
- Stratford-on-Avon District Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 22 miles
Which option fits your home?
Back and side doors
Composite back doors use the same construction as front doors, typically in a simpler panel style. They're a good swap for a tired uPVC kitchen or utility door that has dropped or lets in draughts. A low threshold can be specified where a step makes access difficult, though it needs careful detailing to keep rain out.
Security upgrades
Doors can be specified with anti-snap cylinders, multi-point locking, hinge-side protection and laminated glass. Some doorsets are tested to the PAS 24 enhanced security standard or carry Secured by Design status. If that matters to your insurer, ask for it at survey and it will be named in your specification.
Guide prices for Alcester
Prices in Alcester match the rest of our area: £900–£3,400 per door. Composite front door in a standard frame, no side panels, colour of your choice: usually £1,100–£1,700 per door.
| Option | Guide price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Back or side door | £900 – £1,350 per door | Simple panel style, solid or half-glazed |
| Front door, standard frame | £1,100 – £1,750 per door | Wide choice of styles, colours and glass |
| Front door with side panels | £1,800 – £3,400 per door | One or two side panels and/or a top light |
Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.
Before you book in Alcester
How much does a composite front door cost?
A standard composite front door, supplied and fitted in an existing opening, typically costs around £1,100–£1,750 in the West Midlands. Adding side panels or a top light usually takes the total to £1,800–£3,400, depending on width and glass. Your quote lists the door, frame, glass and hardware separately, so you can see what each choice adds.
Do you cover Alcester?
Yes. Alcester (B49) is about 22 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.
What guarantee comes with a composite door?
The door, frame, glass and hardware are covered by the manufacturer's guarantee, and the exact terms for your door are set out in your quote. Guarantees often treat colour fading, sealed units and locks differently, so it's worth reading those lines. Keep the paperwork with any certification for when you sell.
Will I need permission from the council in Alcester?
You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Alcester is provided by Stratford-on-Avon District Council or a registered building control approver, and some work is self-certified by registered installers.
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Ready to choose a style? We'll measure up in Alcester and confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification.