Frequently asked questions
Do I need planning permission?
Like-for-like replacement usually does not. A changed appearance, an external roller shutter or an illuminated sign usually needs consent from your council. We tell you which applies at survey.
How much does a new aluminium shopfront cost?
Aluminium shopfronts start from around £2,450 plus VAT for a standard opening. The exact figure comes from a free survey as an itemised written quotation, valid for 90 days.
Which areas do you cover?
We cover 12 Midlands counties: West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Rutland, 85 towns in total.
Is the survey really free?
Yes. The survey is free and there is no obligation to go ahead with the quotation.
Who will I be dealing with?
Shopfronts Doors Windows is a trading name of S&K Glazing Limited (company 14088194), part of the S&K Group. The same team handles your survey, quotation and installation.
How much do aluminium shopfronts cost?
From £2,450 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 3-4 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do frameless glass shopfronts cost?
From £4,200 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 4-5 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do bi-folding shopfronts cost?
From £5,200 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 4-5 weeks after drawing sign-off.
How much do automatic sliding doors cost?
From £3,900 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 3-4 weeks after survey.
How much does curtain walling cost?
From £8,500 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 6-10 weeks, project dependent.
How much do commercial aluminium doors cost?
From £1,650 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 2-4 weeks after survey.
How much do commercial windows cost?
From £1,400 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time 3-4 weeks after survey.
How much do shopfront repairs cost?
From £165 plus VAT for a standard opening; lead time Often within the week.