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If your property is a business, commercial premises, public building or multi-occupancy dwelling, depending on the size of your property, the installation of fire doors is required by law to help ensure the safety of your building’s occupants in the event of a fire. What Do Fire Doors Do?  A passive element of fire protection, fire doors are (when installed correctly) designed to slow and stop the spread of fire; withstanding it for (most commonly) 30 minutes or 60 minutes, depending upon the certified rating…

When it comes to upgrading your garage door you want to feel reassured that you have chosen the right company to complete the job! But with so many options on the market, how do you know who to choose? Discover all the reasons why you should choose us, Doorfit, as a Door & Hardware Federation member to install, supply and maintain your garage door!    What Is The DHF Garage Door Group?    The DHF Garage Door Group represents reputable companies that supply, install and maintain…

Hormann created their Partner Standard Dealer programme a few years ago to ensure that their industry-leading products are distributed through a network of reputable professional partners.  This year is the second time Hormann have delivered their Partner Standard Dealer Awards, which were set up to recognise and reward the best garage door companies throughout the whole of the UK.  Last year, Doorfit were winners of the Installation of the Year award and hopes were high for some recognition at this year’s ceremony. Read about what…

Adding an electric operator to your garage door has a range of benefits, including increased safety, better security and more convenient operation. But which type of garage door opener should you choose and are they really worth the investment? Find all of the answers in our detailed guide below.  What is a garage door opener?  Garage door openers allow home and business owners to open and close their garage doors at the push of a button. Typically operated via a handheld transmitter that controls a…

Due to the ongoing cost-of-living situation, homeowners across the nation are continuing to search for ways to minimise their monthly outgoings.   As well as reducing energy usage and trimming back on shopping bills, one area that many people may not have considered is their home insurance, which costs an average of £294 per year for UK households. Luckily, there are things you can do.  In this guide, we’ll explore the small changes you can make to your doors and windows in order to reduce the…