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Northamptonshire

Bi-fold and folding shop fronts in Northamptonshire

Tables outside may need a licence, so check with the local authority covering Northamptonshire before planning around a fully open frontage.

Bi-fold doors open across a restaurant frontage

We check the head above your Northamptonshire opening at the free survey, because a top-hung system relies on a level and strong structure. Installing a bi-fold in Northamptonshire usually means taking out the old front, and teams working across the East Midlands can plan that around your trading hours.

What do we offer in Northamptonshire?

Top-hung trackThe weight is carried from the head, so the structure above has to be level and strong enough.
Stack to one sideAll panels fold to one end, often with a single traffic door built in for daily use.
Bottom-rolling trackThe weight runs on the floor track, which can suit older openings with a weak head. The track needs regular cleaning.

How much does it cost in Northamptonshire?

The guide price is £3,495 to £8,995 ex VAT per opening. Neighbours and licensing conditions can matter once the front opens, so businesses in the East Midlands should check any noise limits on their Northamptonshire premises first. Your written quote shows travel, access and any out-of-hours work.

Check the planning rules for Northamptonshire

Which towns do you cover?

Common questions

Do you cover all of Northamptonshire?

Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Northamptonshire, including Corby, Daventry, Kettering, Northampton.

Do I need planning permission for a bi-fold shop front?

Usually yes in England, because replacing a frontage with folding panels can materially change its appearance. Tables on the pavement may also need a licence. Rules differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, so we go through this with you at survey.

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.

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.

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