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Constructionline GoldRegistration 1396074No showroom prices, no middle manFactory direct pricingAluminium bifold doors for Chigwell homes.
From £475 per sash, supply.
10-year insurance-backed guarantee · Installation available
Made in our own Romford factory, serving London and the surrounding areas. Installation services available with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee. Design yours below, see the supply price live, and we call you back to book a free survey.
Design your bifold in 45 seconds
Step 1 of 6
Step 1 of 6 — Size
Generated colour preview, not a photo of an Empire installation. Screen colours are indicative — ask for a physical RAL sample.
Your design
- Size
- —
- Sashes
- 3
- Layout
- All fold left, opens outwards
- Colour
- RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
- Glass
- Low-E clear toughened
from £1,425
Supply only. Installation and options quoted after a free survey.
Overall size of the opening
Rough sizes are fine — tolerances allowed. We laser-measure on the free survey.
Key facts about our bifold doors


We make it. We fit it. We stand behind it.
We make it
Every bifold is cut, built and powder coated at Unit 3 Northgate Industrial Estate, Romford. You can visit and watch your doors being made.
We fit it
Our own employed installers fit what the factory builds. No subcontractors, no finger-pointing if something needs adjusting.
We stand behind it
FENSA certificate on completion and a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee on the installation. One company is responsible for the whole job.
Specification
Our aluminium bifold door system, fabricated and powder coated in Romford. Figures below are the standard offer on this page.
Low threshold
15 mm option
Level, barrier-free access between inside and outside.
Sash design
Slim, internally beaded
Glazing beads sit on the inside, so glass cannot be removed from outside. No profile extensions or add-ons.
Opening
In or out
All sashes fold left, fold right or split. A French door, centre-opening configuration is also available.
Configurations
2 to 7 sashes
The configurator above covers every layout we offer.
Maximum sash size
1200 mm wide × 2100 mm high
Our own limits for this offer, set below the system maximum.
Weight capacity
Up to 120 kg per sash
Heavy glass is carried on the running gear, not the hinges.
Glazing
Up to 49 mm glass thickness
Standard offer is Low-E clear toughened double glazing. Safety laminate optional. Triple glazing available, contact us.
Compliance
Part L · Part M
Meets Building Regulations Part L (energy) and Part M (access).
Installation
Pre-gasketed beads
Factory-fitted gaskets for a faster, cleaner installation.
System performance (tested values for the bifold system)
Thermal performance
Uw 1.4 W/m²K (double glazing)
Thermally broken aluminium with double glazing keeps the heat in the room.
Air permeability
Class 3
Tested for draught resistance.
Watertightness
Class 8A
Tested against driven rain.
Wind load
Class C3
Tested for exposed, windy sites.
Maximum sash
1200 × 2100 mm as configured
Our own limits for this offer, set below the system maximum.
Performance values are system test data; final specification confirmed at survey.
From survey to certificate
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Free survey
We laser-measure your opening and confirm sashes, colour, glass and threshold. No obligation.
02
Made in Romford
Cut, built and powder coated in our own factory. Lead time 10 to 15 days.
03
Fitted by us
Our own employed installers fit the doors. We confirm your installation dates with you once the doors are built.
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Certificate and guarantee
FENSA certificate issued on completion, plus your 10-year insurance-backed guarantee on the installation.
Bifold doors in Chigwell
Chigwell (IG7) is known for generous plots — substantial detached homes along Manor Road and Chigwell Rise where a rear elevation can carry a five, six or seven sash bifold and a garden worth framing sits behind it.
Wide spans reward buying from the fabricator. Your doors are made seven miles away at our Romford factory, so every sash is cut to your exact opening, powder coated in-house and delivered without a middleman adding margin.
Chigwell homes and what suits them
Detached and double-fronted homes around Chigwell Row and Grange Hill commonly take 4 to 6 sash sets across kitchen-family rooms; our standard range covers openings up to 8400 mm wide. The 1930s semis towards Hainault suit 3 sash bifolds, and level-access 15 mm thresholds work well onto patios and terraces.
From our Romford factory to Chigwell
Distance from our Romford factory: about 7 miles — roughly 20 minutes through Hainault. Surveys in Chigwell IG7, Chigwell Row and Grange Hill are easy to schedule alongside our Loughton rounds.
Chigwell questions, answered
How wide can a bifold for a Chigwell detached home go?
Up to 8400 mm across up to 7 sashes as standard, each sash up to 1200 mm wide and 2100 mm tall. Beyond that we treat it as a bespoke project — call 07400 000613 with your sizes.
What does a larger Chigwell set cost?
The one price is £475 per sash, supply — so a 5 sash set is from £2,375 and a 6 sash set from £2,850, supply, with Low-E toughened double glazing included. Installation and options such as safety laminate are quoted after the free survey.
Can the frames match a specific colour scheme?
Yes. We powder coat in-house, so any RAL shade is available (priced on request) alongside standard anthracite, black and white at no extra charge. You can view coated samples at the Romford factory.
Is extra glass security available?
Toughened safety glass and internally beaded frames are standard, so glass cannot be removed from outside. Safety laminate glass and integrated magnetic blinds are available — contact us for a price.
How soon can you survey in IG7?
Normally within the week — Chigwell is around 20 minutes from the factory and surveys there pair with our Loughton visits. Lead time is typically 10 to 15 days from survey.
Questions homeowners ask us
How much do aluminium bifold doors cost per sash?
Aluminium bifold doors cost from £475 per sash, supply, with Low-E clear toughened glass included. A three sash set is from £1,425 and a four sash set from £1,900, supply. Installation services are available with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee, and safety laminate glass is available — contact us for a price. Installation, options and the final price are confirmed after a free survey.
What glass is included in the price?
Low-E clear toughened safety glass is included in the standard £475 per sash supply price. Low-E glass has a coating that reflects heat back into the room, which keeps the space warmer in winter. Toughened glass is the standard safety glass used in doors. Triple glazing is available — contact us for a price.
What is safety laminate glass and when is it needed?
Safety laminate is two sheets of glass bonded with an interlayer, so the pane holds together if it breaks. It is worth choosing where security matters, in busy family areas, or where falling glass would be a risk. Safety laminate is available — contact us for a price.
Can I have blinds inside the glass?
Yes. We fit integrated magnetic blinds sealed inside the double glazed unit, so they never need cleaning and cannot be damaged by children or pets. Blinds are priced per project, so we quote them after the survey. Call 07400 000613 and we will price your sizes.
How long does installation take?
Our lead time is 10 to 15 days from order, with every set made in our own Romford factory. We book your installation once your doors are built and confirm dates with you directly rather than promising one up front. Fitting is carried out by our own employed installers, not subcontractors.
Are you FENSA registered?
Yes. Empire Aluminium Windows is FENSA registered, so your installation is certified for building regulations and you receive a FENSA certificate on completion. We are also SafeContractor approved, certificate VY9961, and a Constructionline Gold member, registration 1396074. The work is carried out by our own employed installers.
What guarantee do you give?
You get a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee on our installation. Insurance-backed means the guarantee is protected by an independent policy, so it still stands even if the installing company stops trading. You also receive your FENSA certificate on completion as proof the work meets building regulations.
Who makes the doors?
We do. Every bifold is cut, built and powder coated at our own factory, Unit 3 Northgate Industrial Estate, Collier Row Road, Romford RM5 2BG. Empire Aluminium Windows is a trading name of Empire Facade Group Ltd, company no. 13655313. No importer, no reseller, no middle man.
Which areas do you cover?
We cover London and the surrounding areas, including Romford, Ilford, Brentwood, Upminster, Hornchurch, Loughton and Grays. Because the factory is in Romford, surveys and installations in East London and nearby areas are usually the quickest to book.
What is included in the price?
The £475 per sash price covers supply: fabrication in our Romford factory, powder coating and Low-E clear toughened glass. Installation services are available with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee and a FENSA certificate on completion. Installation, options and the final price are quoted after a free survey, with no obligation.
How energy efficient are your bifold doors?
Our aluminium bifold door system achieves a Uw value as low as 1.4 W/m²K with double glazing, measured in system testing. The frames are thermally broken aluminium, so heat is not conducted straight through the metal, and Low-E glass reflects warmth back into the room. The doors meet Building Regulations Part L for energy.
Are your bifold doors secure?
Yes. The glazing on our aluminium bifold door system is internally beaded, so the glass cannot be removed from the outside, and toughened safety glass is fitted as standard. For extra security you can upgrade to safety laminate glass, which holds together even if a pane breaks — contact us for a price.
Can the doors open outwards?
Yes. Our aluminium bifold door system opens inwards or outwards, folding fully to the left, fully to the right or split from the centre. A French door, centre-opening configuration is also available. Most homeowners choose outward opening, which keeps the folded sashes outside and saves floor space in the room.
Is there a low threshold?
Yes. A 15 mm low threshold option gives level, barrier-free access between inside and outside, with no step to trip on. It suits level patios, wheelchair access and pushchairs, and supports Building Regulations Part M on access. Tell us at the survey if you want it and we will check your floor levels.
What is the largest sash you make?
The largest sash on this offer is 1200 mm wide by 2100 mm high, with up to 120 kg of glass carried per sash. With up to 7 sashes that is a maximum opening width of 8,400 mm. If your opening is bigger, call us on 07400 000613 and we will look at it.
Can I have a bespoke RAL colour?
Yes. Any RAL colour is available — contact us for a price. Anthracite grey RAL 7016, jet black RAL 9005 and traffic white RAL 9016 are the standard colours. We powder coat in-house, so bespoke colours do not hold up your order.
Bifold doors supplied in London and the surrounding areas — installation available
Design your bifold in 45 seconds.
Live supply price as you go — installation and options quoted after a free survey. Or call the factory and talk to the people who will build your doors.
10-year insurance-backed guarantee · Installation available
