Front door cost: what it really costs in 2026
A Qome Snap Guide: quick, honest and no guff. Approximate figures, adjusted to your region inside Qome.
Snap answer
£1,200 – £2,400
A uPVC front door starts around £1,200 fitted. Composite doors run about £1,680 and timber from £2,400.
TakesHalf a dayDisruptionMinimal, a few hours with an open doorway
Cost at a glance
| Option | Best for | Guide range |
|---|
| uPVC | Practical, low maintenance | £1,200 |
| Composite | Timber look, modern core | £1,680 |
| Timber | The real thing, needs care | £2,400+ |
Approximate guide figures, not quotes, Qome adjusts every price to your region.
What actually happens
- Measured survey of the opening
- Old door and frame removed
- New frame fitted, levelled and fixed
- Door hung and locks engaged
- Sealed, trimmed and weatherproofed
- Handles, letterplate and final adjustment
Price by region
Starting figures by region, the same honest baseline, adjusted for where you live.
London (Inner)from £1,850
London (Outer)from £1,600
South Eastfrom £1,450
East of Englandfrom £1,300
South Westfrom £1,250
Scotland (Highlands)from £1,150
West Midlandsfrom £1,150
North Westfrom £1,100
East Midlandsfrom £1,100
Scotland (Central)from £1,100
Yorkshirefrom £1,100
Walesfrom £1,050
North Eastfrom £1,000
Northern Irelandfrom £1,000
Popular choices
Anthracite and forest green compositesHeritage styles with modern coresSmart locks and matching side panels
Rules & regulations
- External doors are covered by building regulations for thermal performance, installers self-certify through FENSA or CERTASS
- Conservation areas can restrict styles and colours, especially on period terraces
Snap tips
- Composite is the sweet spot for most homes, timber looks at uPVC effort is the pitch
- Check the lock meets your insurer's spec (usually a multi-point with 3-star cylinder)
Price it properly on Qome
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