A full guide to choosing the right door supplier for your project development
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When you're working on a property development project, choosing the right commercial door supplier will be a key concern. Even when door suppliers complete a tender and pitch, knowing what aspects to look for can save you valuable time.
Here, we explore some key questions you should ask yourself when you are looking for the ideal door supplier for your project development.
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Read the importance of choosing a supplier that offers the door style and type you are looking for.
Find out the key benefits of working with a bespoke supplier.
Read our full guide to choosing a supply, install and aftercare service.
Find out the benefits of working with a local supplier.
Read what Origin can offer you.
Choosing the right supplier for you
To find the ideal door supplier for your commercial project, we recommend considering the following:
What type of door do you need for your project development?
Think about whether you’re looking for front doors, patio doors, bi-fold doors, sliding doors, or garage doors for your project development. It is also vital to consider the style of the property you're working on and how the doors will blend with this. For example, do you need a traditional door style, such as French doors? If so, read our guide to finding a French door supplier here. Alternatively, you may be looking more a modern option – in which case, sliding patio doors may be ideal for your project.
In addition to this, you also need to consider what colour options you need for your development, and what kind of accessories and security features, such as locks and handles, you might need. Once you've worked out the answers to the above, you're better placed to find out which commercial door suppliers are equipped to meet your needs. Origin provides a wide range of aluminium door options, including a large selection of bespoke patio doors, front doors and windows. Find out more about what we can offer you here.
Are you looking for a front door supplier for your commercial project? Read our full guide here.
What are the benefits of choosing a bespoke supplier?
When you're looking for sliding doors for a project development, there are lots of benefits to choosing a supplier who can offer bespoke solutions. Firstly, opting for a bespoke door supplier allows you to choose the exact size and configuration you need for your building project. Using a bespoke supplier also allows you to pick from a range of door styles, sightline and glazing options and accessories to suit your preferred aesthetic.
No matter the property you are working on, a bespoke sliding patio door provider will be able to meet your demands with a range of colour options to ensure you get every detail right. Security is also important to bear in mind, particularly with a commercial property. Bespoke suppliers can therefore provide the required level of security you need, including a range of lock and handle options. Finally, depending on the space requirements you have, a bespoke supplier can provide a door with the exact measurements your building demands.
Find out how to choose a bespoke door supplier here.
Do you need a full supply, install and aftercare service?
Installing patio doors as part of a commercial project can be time-consuming. If you've got multiple developments, having a door specialist on hand can be a huge help, saving valuable time. Someone with direct experience can recommend the correct door lock, handles, style, and other accessories you may need to match your property development. With a full supply and install service, a supplier such as Origin can work alongside experienced installation partners to provide a complete service. If you choose our full turnkey service, you can rest assured that a property is secure and meets all of the latest building regulations. This service can also ensure any doors for your development are installed correctly which will aid their longevity.
Read our guide to choosing a supply, install and aftercare service here.
However, if you’re comfortable installing the doors yourself and would rather take control of this aspect without investing in the full service, a supply-only service could be perfect for you.
At Origin, we offer a full turn-key solution, in which our installation partners will handle the installation for your project.
Find out more about Origin’s commercial offering here.
Where is the supplier based?
One of the most important things to think about when looking for a door supplier for your project is where the supplier is based. There are many advantages to choosing a UK-based supplier for property developers in the UK, as it means you potentially don't have to worry about supply issues that may be associated with post-Brexit or lockdown. If you choose a homegrown supplier, you're more likely to get your doors supplied and installed in good time – no matter what type of door you choose. It also minimises your carbon footprint.
Working with a UK producer can also mean you can also receive UK-manufactured SBD-accredited products, so you can benefit from high-quality doors.
Read more about the benefits of choosing a UK-based supplier here.
In addition to this, opting for a local door supplier also means you can visit them in person, see their range of products and speak to experts face-to-face. This can ultimately enable you to build a better customer-supplier relationship.
Find out what Origin has to offer for your development project here.
Do they have positive reviews and testimonials?
Ensure you do your research before picking one out for a project development. It can be helpful to look at the experience and expertise offered by the supplier. In addition to this, choosing a supplier that offers quality products that are durable, as well as a reassuring guarantee and good customer care, can help your reputation as well as customer satisfaction.
Are they environmentally friendly?
Bear in mind that as a project developer, using environmentally friendly doors for a development will boost your reputation and impress your clients with your good ethical values. At Origin, we are ISO 14001 accredited, which demonstrates our commitment to our environmental management system and continuous improvement.
Do they offer good communication and customer service?
Developing commercial buildings or large-scale developments requires juggling many aspects and often involves lots of different trades, so excellent communication can make all the difference. When seeking a patio door supplier, it is beneficial to ask how they'll keep in touch with you once you've put your order in. A single point of contact for ease of communications can also be much easier than dealing with numerous points of contact.
As well as providing effective and timely communication, look for a commercial window and door supplier that offers unrivalled customer service, to ensure any of your questions are answered.
Why choose Origin as an aluminium doors and windows supplier?
Based in the UK, Origin provides a wide range of commercial window and door options of different types, colours and sizes. Whether you need bi-fold doors, French doors, or sliding patio door options, you can expect superior quality products made from robust materials for optimised longevity.
Thanks to all products being made in Britain, property developers needing patio doors can benefit from convenient lead times too, with products manufactured and developed in as little as 24 hours (or whenever you need them). This zero lead time delivery promise is ideal if you want to ensure your projects run on time.
Boasting a wealth of accreditations, Origin also ranks highly for its green credentials, appealing to those who prefer to work with a company that puts the environment at the top of the agenda.
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