Front Door in Ireland — Composite, Timber, Aluminium, and What the BER Counts

Front door in Ireland: composite €1,500–€3,500, timber €2,500–€6,000, aluminium €3,000–€8,000. The BER counts every door. A standard composite door is U-value 1.0–1.4 W/m²K. A high-performance timber door can hit 0.8–1.0. Choose for security (PAS 24 or Secure by Design certification), weather performance (tested to BS 6375 for air, water, wind), and aesthetics. The BER is a secondary concern unless you're targeting A1. Most Irish self-builds use a composite front door (cheaper, more secure, less maintenance) or a timber door (better aesthetics, more planning-friendly in rural areas). Aluminium is the premium option, often used with aluminium-clad windows.

TL;DR

• Front door in Ireland: composite €1,500–€3,500, timber €2,500–€6,000, aluminium €3,000–€8,000.

• The BER counts every door. A standard composite door is U-value 1.0–1.4 W/m²K. A high-performance timber door can hit 0.8–1.0.

• Choose for security (PAS 24 or Secure by Design), weather performance, and aesthetics. The BER is a secondary concern unless you're targeting A1.

When this matters most

You're at design stage and need to specify the front door.

When this doesn't apply

The door is in.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a front door cost in Ireland?

Composite: €1,500–€3,500. Timber: €2,500–€6,000. Aluminium: €3,000–€8,000. Installation included in most cases.

What is the most secure front door?

Composite or aluminium with PAS 24 or Secure by Design certification. Multi-point locking. Solid timber core (not hollow).

What U-value does a front door need for BER A1?

0.8–1.0 W/m²K. Standard composite is 1.0–1.4. High-performance timber or aluminium can hit 0.8.

Sources

NSAI, I.S. EN ISO 10077. https://www.nsai.ie/