22/01/2026
Attention House Buyers, Sellers and Home Owners!
If you’re considering purchasing or selling a property with bi-fold doors, please take a moment to read this important post, it could save you a significant amount of money in the long run.
Bi-fold doors are a standout feature for any property, but we've recently encountered some concerning trends.
Over the past two months, December 2025 and January 2026 we visited three different properties that were newly purchased, and upon moving in, the new owners discovered that their bi-fold doors were non functional.
Shockingly, neither of their property surveys included a proper check to confirm whether the bi-fold doors were working as intended (I know, because i asked).
If you’re in the market for a property featuring bi-fold doors, I strongly urge you to verify they are operational before making an offer. Regardless of the weather conditions, be it snow, rain, or strong winds, it doesn't matter; ensure those bi-fold doors function correctly.
Replacing bi-fold doors can cost thousands of pounds.
Here are insights from the three properties we visited:
Property 1:
Grey conservatory bi-folds required disassembly, with various components needing replacement. After our repairs, they now operate flawlessly.
Property 2:
Grey kitchen bi-folds were unfortunately beyond repair. They had broken hinges, damaged rollers, and faulty lock mechanisms, with the master door and leg completely detached from the frame and wall. All three doors had to be replaced due to issues with colour matching (as the original doors had faded) and the profile type is no longer available, so these needed replacing.
However, the cost for all three sets of French doors and sidelights was only £300 more expensive, than replacing the one set of bi-folds.
So we replaced all 3 sets of doors to match.
Property 3:
White UPVC external track bi-folds had never functioned properly.
They had simply been forced shut for the sale.
After discovering that the frame was 15mm out of plumb and the sill was 6mm out of level, we had to completely remove and reinstall them correctly.
They now open and close effortlessly, requiring just a gentle touch.
(Before and After videos or Property 3 will be posted separately, as we can't post Videos together, or together with photos, so please view on our page at your own leisure).
If you're a buyer, seller, or a homeowner experiencing problems with your bi-fold doors, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Bi-folds are a substantial investment, and we are here to help you save them if possible.
Because if we can save them, we will.
Contact Yorkshire Wold Windows
Phone: 01430 827974
