How to Avoid Delays When Ordering Custom Doors for a Development

Custom door delays can impact multiple stages of a construction project, causing scheduling issues, increased costs, and delayed handovers. For builders and developers, planning ahead is essential to keeping projects on track.

Common Causes of Door Order Delays

Measuring Errors

Incorrect dimensions or changes made after approval often result in doors needing to be remanufactured, adding weeks to the timeline. Always verify measurements before production begins.

Factory Backlogs

High demand can extend manufacturing lead times. Ask suppliers about current production capacity and expected lead times before placing an order.

Material Availability

Specialty timbers, veneers, fire-rated cores, and custom finishes may require additional sourcing time. Finalise material selections early to avoid delays.

Import and Shipping Issues

For imported products, shipping disruptions and customs delays can affect delivery schedules. Understanding your supplier's logistics process is important when planning project timelines.

How to Plan Door Orders

Treat custom doors as a long-lead item and engage suppliers early in the project. Ideally, door schedules, finishes, and specifications should be confirmed during the design and procurement stages rather than waiting until construction is nearing completion.

Questions to Ask Your Supplier

Before committing to a supplier, ask:

• What is the total lead time from approval to delivery?

• Are materials currently available?

• What factors could cause delays?

• Can you provide production updates?

• Do you have alternative manufacturing options if issues arise?

Why a Supplier with a Local Factory Network Matters

Suppliers with access to multiple manufacturing partners can often reduce delays by shifting production when factories experience capacity issues. This flexibility helps keep projects moving and reduces procurement risk.

Keep Your Project on Schedule

Custom doors may be one component of a development, but delays can affect the entire build programme. By ordering early, confirming specifications, and working with an experienced supplier, builders can minimise risk and avoid costly project delays.

Avoid Door Procurement Delays with Artemis Co

Artemis Co helps builders and developers source custom doors, joinery, windows, and flooring through a trusted manufacturing network. We manage the procurement process from design through to delivery, helping keep your project on schedule.

Lock in your door order early. Contact Artemis Co today to discuss current lead times for your next development.