How Much Do Security Screen Doors Cost in Australia?

Security screen doors can vary in price, with a custom-made, standard-sized single security screen door ranging from $1,100 to $1,600, including installation.

The difference in price comes down to a number of things, including the types of materials used and whether the product complies with Australian Standards.

In this article, we’ll walk you through the typical price ranges for security screen doors, compare popular products, explain what influences costs, and look at add-ons or home designs that can impact your final quote.

Important note: While the prices in this article are a general guide, if you’re looking for an exact price to install custom-made security doors in your home, get in touch with us today and book in for a free in-home measure and quote.

Why is a quality security screen door a long-term investment?

Quality security screen doors are a valuable, long-term investment in your home and your peace of mind. They help protect your home against intruders (whether you’re home or away) and keep out unwanted pests and insects while allowing you to enjoy the safety and comfort of your home.

Insurance and crime studies indicate that the average Australian homeowner loses $2,129 in property per burglary, with 14% of victims losing over $5,000 [1]. When you contrast the upfront cost of a premium security door ($1,100–$1,600) against the average out-of-pocket loss of a single break-in, a quality screen door acts as an insurance policy that pays for itself the first time it prevents an entry.

Store-bought safety screen doors are often cheaper upfront, which can make them seem like the better, more efficient choice. However, lower-cost mesh doors often come with shorter warranties and may need to be replaced more frequently, especially in harsh conditions or coastal environments.

Premium security screen doors are designed for longer-lasting performance, compliance, and durability. When viewed over the warranty period, these premium doors are a better investment. For example, a premium security screen door priced at $1,500 that’s covered by a 15-year extended registered warranty equates to a cost of around $100 per year, or approximately $8 per month.

How do security screen door options and pricing compare?

The costs of security screen doors depend on a variety of factors, including appearance, materials, engineering, and compliance.

At SP Screens, we have a variety of options to suit your home style, location, and budget. Here are three popular options we manufacture and install.

*Prices reflect a single-hinge, standard-size door, which is usually around 860mm x 2100mm in Australia.

What factors influence the cost of a security screen door?

If you’re wondering why security screen doors vary in price, it’s because of a variety of factors, including materials, compliance, manufacturing, and installation.

• Quality materials and manufacturing: Stainless steel screens cost more than aluminium screens because stainless steel has better long-term durability and is a higher-cost material.
• Locking mechanisms: Advanced features, like triple locks, provide extra security, which can increase the price.
• Professional installation: A security door is only as good as its installation. Getting your security screen door professionally installed by a reputable security door installer with a state licence ensures it complies with Australian Standards. Expert workmanship costs more than DIY.
• Testing and compliance: Premium security screen doors go through rigorous testing to meet (or exceed) Australian Standards.

If you’re interested in a free, no-obligation quote, our friendly, experienced local teams offer free in-home consultations, which include a free quote and advice on the best product to suit your home style and budget.

What are the Australian Standards for security screen doors?

Any Australian business selling security doors is legally required to ensure their doors are tested and compliant with relevant Australian Standards. This is for customer protection.

Security doors secure a home through strength and deterrence. However, deterrence isn’t enough. Security doors must be strong enough to prevent a break-in. This means they need to meet the requirements of Australian Standards 5039 (AS 5039), which include tests such as:

• The knife shear test: Can a knife cut through the screen?
• The dynamic impact test: Can a heavy impact or kick break through the screen?
• The jemmy test: Can the screen be pried off the frame?
• The pull test: If the jemmy test creates a gap, can the screen be pulled from the frame?
• The probe test: Can gaps in the screen be created, providing access to locks or latches?
• The corrosion test: Is the screen durable and resistant to corrosion over time?

Doors that use a single-lock system instantly don’t meet AS 5039, so they must be classified as a ‘barrier’ or ‘safety’ door, rather than a security screen door.

To maintain the integrity of your security screen door and ensure it complies with AS 5039, it needs to be fitted with a triple-lock system, where three locking points along the frame (top, middle, bottom) are activated on a single key turn or snib.

There are also Australian Standards relating to the professional installation of a security screen door, defined in AS 5040. It’s worth repeating: A security door is only as good as its installation.

Many Australian states and territories stipulate licences that businesses and/or employees must hold in order to sell and install security equipment, including security screens. Do your research and make sure the company you are purchasing a security door from – and their installer – have a licence. Ask to see the licence.

At SP Screens, our security screen doors are tested and certified through NATA-accredited laboratories and comply with AS 5039. Also, all of our expert installers operate to the AS 5040 requirements to ensure your security screen door is secure, safe, and compliant.

How much does it cost to customise a security screen door?

You and your home have your own style and requirements. For example, you might be looking to include a pet door, or match a certain aesthetic or colour palette. (We can match colours in Dulux, Colorbond, and Interpon ranges to suit your exact needs.)

Here is a list of common add-ons that our customers regularly ask for, plus their general starting price:

• Heavy-duty sliding door closer: an additional $480
• Door closer hinge: an additional $40
• Custom powder coat: an additional $125
• Premium wood-effect aluminium frames (e.g., Western Red Cedar): an additional $300
• Replacement sliding door tracks: an additional $30
• Medium-sized pet doors: an additional $270, depending on the size of your pet. (Note: While installing a dog door is possible, it means the door will no longer formally meet Australian Standards for security.)

How does door size and layout affect the price?

So far, we’ve explored the general price range for standard-sized security screen doors, but your home is unique. We offer a variety of different-sized security screen doors to accommodate your specific layout and design.

Single sliding doors

General pricing range: $1,100 – $1,700 (varies by size, materials, & add-ons)

Single sliding security screen doors run on a horizontal track alongside your existing glass sliding door, which means you can open the door for airflow while keeping the insects out. They typically feature a three-point locking system with an interlocking edge that improves resistance to forced entry when closed.

Double doors

General pricing range: $2,300 – $3,300 (varies by size, materials, & add-ons)

If you’re looking to secure your French doors, you’ll need two hinged security doors (what we call ‘double doors’) that open together. One door acts as the primary locking door, while the other is anchored separately through hardware like internal flush bolts. When closed, the primary door is locked against the anchored door, acting as a single locked structure.

Multi-panel stacking doors

General pricing range: $3,500+ (varies by configuration, materials, & add-ons)

Multi-panel security stacking doors are a great way to maintain your home’s open-plan design without compromising on your outdoor views or structural stability.

A security stackable sliding door is made up of three or more security panels that move and stack along a track system. The primary panel carries the main triple-point lock system, with additional panels featuring interlocking extrusions at frame edges to secure to one another.

How do you clean and care for a security screen door?

As with any structural product, a regular cleaning schedule can help to keep your security screen doors looking new. It can also protect your warranty.

The mesh used in security screen doors allows for great airflow, but this also means it’s more susceptible to trapping dust, salt particles, and iron ore dust, all of which can contribute to the deterioration of your screen over time. Because it’s an external feature of your home, it can also fall victim to bird and bat droppings, which should be washed off immediately to prevent burning through the powder coating.

Do:

• Use mains water to wash any visible dirt or dust off your screens.
• Wash the screens with a soft cloth using regular car wash and wax products.
• Rinse the cleaning product off the screen.

Don’t:

• Use a water blaster close to the screens; it can strip the paint protection off.
• Use vinegar, dishwashing detergent, cream cleanser, white spirits, lemon, or harsh chemicals.
• Use a broom or a hard brush to wash the screens.
• Use bore or tank water, as it may leave more contaminants on the screen.

The frequency with which you wash your security screens will depend on your proximity to the coastline. For homes more than 10km from the coast, washing your screen every three to six months is fine.

Homes up to a kilometre away from the coast or within five kilometres of a new property development site should aim to wash their screens every one to two weeks.

What do security window screens cost?

Window security screens offer the same protection as security screen doors—great airflow, comfort, everyday protection, and peace of mind. They are especially valuable for high-rise apartments or upstairs rooms, where they have the added benefit of helping to prevent falls.

They complement the look and safety of security screen doors. When ordered together, they can help minimise localised installer labour and call-out fees. The cost of window security screens also varies by size, material, and frame specifications. As a general rule, standard window security screens can range from $350 to $550.

Specific safety features can also increase the price. For example:

• Kids Fallsafe Screens, which help keep children safe from falls.
• Fire and emergency exit screens, which provide a safe emergency exit from house fires.
• Fire- and cyclone-rated mesh, which offers protection to homes in bushfire-prone or cyclone-prone areas.

What do our customers say about SP Screens?

We take pride in manufacturing and installing custom-made security screen doors for our customers. Here’s what some of them have to say:

“I am a return customer to SP Screens after they installed security window screens and back screen doors a few years earlier. The original screens are still in a great condition, and I’ve already got comments from neighbours about how good the new door looks! The process for quoting and installation was easy, communication was good and they arrived when they said they would. Thank you.”
– Rebecca C, Sutherland Shire

“My house is 75-years-old and none of my doors were square, the original doors had enormous gaps under them and we always had flies in the house. Scott patiently installed the doors and corrected the door trims so that my doors seal properly and no longer let all the bugs in. The doors are high quality and very sturdy, we feel much safer.”
— Kylie S, Central Coast

“From quoting, through to final measuring and installation, SP Screens have been great to deal with. Their communication was first class, and their pricing extremely competitive.”
— Grant B, Sunshine Coast

Start securing your home and comfort today

We want our customers to enjoy ultimate peace of mind, without compromising on the quality of the product that they choose.

At SP Screens, we understand that our reputation is defined by our success, which is why we only work with the industry’s most reputable brands like SecureView Eclipx and Xceed. We only want to be associated with the very best products available on the market, and our local teams in each area provide friendly, knowledgeable local service backed by our quality products with industry-leading warranties.

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