East Sussex
Bi-fold and folding shop fronts in East Sussex
Installing a bi-fold in East Sussex usually means taking out the old front, and teams working across the South East can plan that around your trading hours.
Tables outside may need a licence, so check with the local authority covering East Sussex before planning around a fully open frontage. We check the head above your East Sussex opening at the free survey, because a top-hung system relies on a level and strong structure.
What do we offer in East Sussex?
How much does it cost in East Sussex?
As a guide, allow £3,495 to £8,995 ex VAT per opening. A folding front lets an East Sussex cafe or bar open to the street in good weather and still close up securely at night. The price we confirm in writing includes travel and access.
Check the planning rules for East Sussex
Which towns do you cover?
Common questions
Do you cover all of East Sussex?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes.
How many panels does a bi-fold front need?
That depends on the width of the opening, with panels usually around 700 to 1,100 mm wide. An odd number of panels lets one work as a single traffic door for daily use, so you do not have to fold the whole front.
Will a folding front let in draughts?
A well-fitted system seals when closed, using gaskets and a weather bar at the sill. The trade-off is at the threshold: a flatter track is easier for wheelchairs but less weather resistant. We design the sill around the exposure of your frontage and any drainage needed.
Can a bi-fold front be used as a fire exit?
Not by default. An escape door must open easily without special knowledge, and a multi-panel fold often does not, so the traffic door or a separate exit usually serves that role. Your fire risk assessment should cover this and be kept up to date.
Bi-fold and folding shop fronts in East Sussex
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.