Breaking Down the Skandoor Process

Most home improvement projects seem to follow the same frustrating pattern, with weeks of waiting for quotes, surprise costs added to the bill, and tradespeople who promise to come back “next Tuesday” then vanish for a month.

We’ve all been there, which is why so many customers tell us they were dreading fitting a new garage door.

After all, it’s a security issue. You don’t want to expose your garage contents for longer than you need to, and certainly don’t want to gut the entire space to make way.

At Skandoor, we’ve built our entire business around installing doors the right way.

When we say we can get your garage door fitted in a day, we mean it. When we give you a quote, that’s what you pay. When we arrange an installation date, we arrive on time and complete the job to the highest standard.

Let’s walk through our garage door installation process.

Step 1: Making Contact

You can kick the process off by browsing our front and garage doors or calling our friendly office team.

We’ll arrange your free survey at a time that suits you, whether that’s in the evening, on the weekend, or during the week. No high-pressure sales tactics or pushy follow-up calls – we just want to deliver straightforward advice.

If you’re also considering a front door, our surveyor can discuss options during their visit to your home.

Step 2: The Site Survey

One of our experienced surveyors visits your home to assess your current setup and discuss your requirements.

Every garage is unique, and we frequently find opportunities to enhance the original design. Sometimes, repositioning or removing frames can gain valuable width.

During this visit, we’ll also discuss:

●       Door types: Whether sectional, roller, or side-hinged suits your space best

●       Colour options: Matching your property’s style and your personal preferences

●       Electric operation: Whether you’d benefit from automated opening systems

●       Access requirements: Any additional doors needed for safety compliance

The surveyor takes detailed measurements and photographs to ensure accuracy when your door is manufactured.

Step 3: Instant Quotation

Here’s where we differ from many companies – our surveyor provides an instant, no-obligation quote based on your requirements. No waiting weeks for prices to come back from head office, no surprise additional costs appearing later.

The quote covers materials, manufacturing, delivery, installation for garage doors, and cleanup afterwards.

You’ll have time to consider the quote without pressure, and our team is always available to answer any questions.

Step 4: Design and Manufacturing

Once you decide to proceed, we begin manufacturing your door at our workshop in Bishop’s Waltham, Hampshire. This gives us complete control over quality and timing, rather than relying on distant suppliers or lengthy shipping schedules.

If you’ve chosen a front door as well, we coordinate with our partner Solidor.

Manufacturing times vary from days to a few weeks, depending on the door type and any custom requirements. We keep you informed throughout this stage so you know precisely when to expect installation.

Step 5: Arranging Installation

When your door is ready, we will contact you to arrange an installation date that suits your schedule. We understand that garage door installation can be disruptive, so we’re flexible about timing and always aim to complete everything in a single day.

Whether you’re in a modern estate, period property, or converted building, our team has experience with all types of installations.

This includes period properties with wooden-framed garages, which sometimes pose a few additional challenges in installation. If we suspect you may encounter any hurdles, we’ll let you know right away, before any work begins.

Step 6: Installation Day

This is where rubber hits the ground. Our skilled installation team arrives early and works efficiently to complete your garage door fitted by the end of the day. Every door is vetted and graded before installation begins, ensuring it meets our quality standards.

We thoroughly test everything, and you receive a comprehensive handover explaining how your new door works.

Additional Services

While our core focus is garage and front doors, we can coordinate other improvements through our trusted partners.

If your project needs brickwork, roofing, drainage, or driveway work, we can help – so please feel free to contact us if you have lingering questions over a home improvement project of some kind.

Professional Garage Door Installation From Skandoor

We’ve carefully designed and tuned our process to eliminate the uncertainty and stress typically associated with home improvements. From free survey to completed installation, we’ll always keep you in the loop.

We pride ourselves on both our front and garage doors and our easy, reliable installation processes. Both combine to deliver an exceptional experience for our customers.

Contact our friendly team today to get started on your garage door upgrade.