A UPVC door will last for up to 20-30 if it is maintained well over the course of its life, but this will depend on the quality of the door, the level of maintenance and the external conditions it is subjected to. Second hand doors supplied by UUWD are unlikely to last quite as long due to them having past owners, but come with a 10 year guarantee and are quality checked before sale. 

There are a handful of standard sizes for UK doors, such as 840mm x 2085mm, 920mm x 2085mm and 1000mm x 2085mm, but most doors can be made to measure. Doors that are close to the desired size you need can often be made to fit perfectly with certain fitting techniques, too. 

Generally, yes they are cheaper than wooden doors. Wood is naturally a more expensive material and will need more regular treatment to avoid rotting as it is exposed to weather conditions, thus having an increased ongoing cost. 

We do not recommend cutting them to size to avoid compromising the structural integrity and security. If cutting the door is possible, always consult an expert fitter and have them conduct the work for you. 

Yes, UPVC Front Doors are considered to be very secure compared to other such as wood and aluminium. A multi-point locking system is a common feature of UPVC front doors. This type of system ensures that the door is secured at multiple points along its length when locked, providing a significantly higher level of security compared to doors that have only a single-point lock, which is often found in other door types. They are also made of a tough and durable material, and often reinforced with metal, which makes it difficult for intruders to break or force open. Futher to this, uPVC doors can be fitted with anti-snap cylinders, which are designed to resist forced entry attempts. This can provide an additional layer of security against lock picking, bumping, or drilling. uPVC doors can be fitted with toughened or laminated glass, which provides an additional layer of security and prevents the glass from shattering easily. 

It is possible to repair cracks with a special filler that is designed to bond with the uPVC material. This filler dries to a hard finish and can be sanded and painted to match the color of the door. However, whether a crack is repairable or not will depend on its severity. Doors that cannot be repaired can be easily replaced with one of our affordable Front Doors.