Buying and installation
How long is the lead time for a garage door?
Lead times for UK garage doors vary widely: a standard steel up-and-over or roller door in a stock colour is often available within 1–2 weeks, while bespoke timber, made-to-measure sectional doors or non-standard colours can take 6–10 weeks or more. Always ask for a written lead time before ordering.
What speeds a lead time up
Standard sizes, common colours (white, anthracite grey, black), and simple door types held in manufacturer stock or with short production runs generally move fastest. Basic steel up-and-over and off-the-shelf roller doors are usually the quickest options.
What slows it down
Bespoke sizing, non-standard colours (RAL matches outside the standard range), timber and made-to-measure sectional or side-hinged doors all add production time because they are manufactured to order rather than pulled from stock. Ordering around peak season or supply disruptions can extend timelines further.
Questions people ask
- Are white or grey garage doors quicker to get than other colours?
- Generally yes — standard finishes like white, anthracite grey and black are commonly held in stock or production runs, while custom RAL colour matches usually add extra lead time as a special order.
- Does a bespoke size always mean a longer wait?
- In most cases, yes, since a non-standard opening means the door is manufactured specifically for you rather than taken from a standard production run, though the difference varies by manufacturer and current order volumes.
- Should the lead time be confirmed in the quote?
- Yes — ask your installer to confirm an expected lead time in writing at the point of order, since verbal estimates can slip and a written figure gives you something to hold the installer to.
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