Timber and heritage shopfronts across Dorset
We survey, make and fit timber shopfronts across Dorset, starting with a free site survey. Guide prices start from £3,995 plus VAT.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £3,995 to £13,995
- Lead time
- Confirmed on your quotation
How does it work across Dorset?
In Dorset, the usual route is the same wherever you are: a measured survey, an itemised quotation, then fitting at a time that suits the shop. Towns we cover include Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. Bournemouth and Poole carry most of the larger units, while Dorchester, Bridport and Weymouth have older streets and sea air.
What makes the difference?
Which glass should go in?
Safety glass is needed in doors, side panels and low-level panes. Laminated glass is worth the extra if the street has a history of break-ins.
What does the written quotation show?
Every item: frame, glass, doors, stallriser, strip-out and any electrics. It stays valid for 90 days, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Can I keep trading during the work?
Often, in part. Fitting days can be planned for your quiet days, and closed-day or out-of-hours work can be arranged.
What are the guide prices?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £3,995 to £6,495 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £5,195 to £8,495 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £6,595 to £10,995 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £8,495 to £13,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Do you need consent across Dorset?
Very likely. Your council will look closely at frontages in conservation areas, and any listed building needs listed building consent as well. Illuminated signs can need advertisement consent, depending on size, position and area. Listed buildings need listed building consent as well.
What do people ask about timber shopfronts across Dorset?
Can you add a shutter to the new shopfront?
Yes, and it is best planned now. We can price the frontage and shutter as one job.
How soon can you fit a timber shopfront across Dorset?
Lead time is confirmed on your quotation. We book the fitting days around your trading.
How much does a timber shopfront cost across Dorset?
Guide prices start from £3,995 plus VAT. Size, doors and glass set the final figure after a free site survey.
Can a listed building have a new shopfront?
Only with listed building consent, and your council will expect the historic details to be respected.
Which towns do we cover in Dorset?
Find out what your frontage will cost across Dorset
Answer four quick questions for a guide price, or book a free survey for a firm one.