Features

Why Builders & Property Owners Choose Glideaway

Made in New Zealand

Our garage doors are built here in New Zealand. Get faster lead times, greater local support, and material availability.

35+ Years of Expertise

Family-owned and grounded on strong values, we’ve had decades of knowledge from actually doing the work.

Custom-Built Beyond the Standard

We specialise in non-standard builds, addressing various constraints, from tight headrooms to oversized pans.

Local Site Measures

Daily site measures across Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. We keep a vetted network of suppliers covering the rest of NZ.

Trusted on Critical Sites

Our doors on notable facilities like St. John and Life Flight bases exhibit our expertise in building custom door solutions.

One Point of Contact

Deal with one trusted supplier that knows exactly how to fit, install, and make your doors efficient and compliant.

Built Across New Zealand

35+

Years in Business

100%

Family-owned & NZ-operated

350+

Garage Doors Delivered & Installed

Case Studies

Capabilities

Why Glideaway?

At Glideaway, we know there are no one-size-fits-all garage door solutions. We manufacture in New Zealand, and we adapt every door to the conditions it’ll face, wherever you are in the country.

This comes from the single rule we live by: Do good work, and stand by it. 35+ years later, we’ve worked with and gained the trust of great facilities across the country.

Glideaway Doors in Action

Auckland & Northland

We specify high-corrosion finishes and
salt-air-rated hardware to last through the
West Coast spray.

Wellington & Central NZ

We use reinforced bracing and high-performance tracking engineered for Wellington's gust zones.

Christchurch & South Island

Insulated panel options suited for cold mornings, big temperature swings, and other harsh weather conditions.

FAQ

Commonly Asked Questions

Architects, builders, and specifiers’ most commonly asked questions.

Do you ship doors nationwide?

Yes. We manufacture locally and freight to all major cities and regional centres across New Zealand on a regular, reliable schedule.

Who installs the doors?

We have our own dedicated teams in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, supported by a vetted network of local installation partners across the rest of the country.

Can I get a site measure in a rural area?

Yes. Our network covers most of rural New Zealand. Just select 'Other NZ' on our form, and our regional team will coordinate a local site visit for you.

How long does a quote take?

Standard quotes are delivered within 24-48 hours. For complex architectural or commercial specs, our engineering team will review your plans and provide feedback within 2-4 business days.

Are your doors compliant for NZ wind zones and coastal exposure?

Yes. All doors are engineered to NZS 3604 standards, covering up to Extra High wind zones. For harsh coastal areas, we use corrosion-resistant hardware and high-durability coatings engineered for NZ's salt spray and high UV.

Real customers, real projects, real words from brands who have

“Glideaway has proved to be a professional outfit to deal with. The garage door install was done by them and not a contractor — couldn't fault this guy. A highly experienced, skilled, hard worker. Their door system was high quality, but ultimately every door is different, and this is where the experience of the installer comes to play. Quality all round."

Dr. Foreman

Glideaway Customer

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