A front door canopy is more than just a cover above your door — it’s a smart investment that adds value to your home while protecting you from wind and rain as you enter or leave. Unlike a simple awning, a canopy with sides offers greater protection from the elements, especially in the windy Irish climate where sideways rain is common.
Our made to measure canopy options are tailored to suit your home’s design and entrance layout, providing both visual appeal and functional shelter. Whether you need a minimalist look or a more enclosed style, choosing a front door canopy with sides ensures your entrance stays dry, clean, and welcoming in all weather.
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Roof options, side panels, glazing and lighting — everything to create a welcoming front door canopy in Ireland.
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Modern Front Door Canopy with Side Panel & Integrated Mailbox
The BS Plus front door canopy is a modern aluminium entrance canopy combining a clean architectural design with a full-height side panel, integrated LED lighting, concealed rainwater drainage and a built-in mailbox.
Designed for modern homes and commercial entrances in Ireland, it provides additional protection from wind and rain while keeping the entrance clean and uncluttered.
- Powder-coated aluminium construction
- Integrated rainwater drainage
- Integrated LED lighting
- Full-height side panel
- Built-in mailbox
- Anthracite RAL 7016 finish
Price table for BS Plus Front Door Canopy
Side Panel with Mailbox — Anthracite
| Width | Projection | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1600 mm | 900 mm | €3,040 |
| 2000 mm | 900 mm | €3,270 |
| 3000 mm | 900 mm | €5,040 |
Side Panel with Mailbox — Stainless Steel
| Width | Projection | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1600 mm | 900 mm | €3,180 |
| 2000 mm | 900 mm | €3,410 |
| 3000 mm | 900 mm | €5,220 |
Side panel height: approx. 2200 mm
* Installation is quoted separately.
Additional options for entrance canopy
Heater
Sliding door system
Illumination
Railing
Extra room
Side walls
Awning on the roof
Awning under the roof
Sun sail
Wall mounted
Free standing
Polycarbonate
Laminated safety glass
Anthrazit
Silver-grey
Special colour
white
Why choose a canopy over a front door with sidewalls in Ireland?
- A canopy with sidewalls offers significantly more protection than a standard overhead structure. In the Irish climate, where wind often drives rain sideways, a front door canopy with sides helps keep your entrance area dry and clean — not just from above, but from all angles.
- Such a porch canopy shields your door and facade from moisture, reducing long-term maintenance costs. It also enhances the look of your home, with a variety of styles, colors, and finishes available to complement your exterior.
- Functionally, a canopy over front door with sides adds extra covered space – ideal for packages, outdoor storage, or just a dry place to unlock your door in comfort.
- Looking for a front door canopy near me in Ireland? Our custom-made designs with side panels provide lasting value, comfort, and curb appeal — all without the need for planning permission in most areas.
Why is AVCBuild better?
We’ve worked to create a solution suitable for all — from private homes to commercial entrances across Ireland. The result is a modular system that adapts to any project requirement, including the installation of a canopy above the door or a canopy with sides for added weather protection.
How did we manage to create such a product? We selected only high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials and increased the structural strength of our system by 25% compared to typical offerings on the Irish market — to ensure it withstands even the weather challenges yet to come.
High-quality materials for porch canopy
- Aluminium has been the main metal used in the construction of conductions for years, it is an extremely strong metal when properly processed and is not susceptible to corrosion, which is ideal for a rainy island. So why are we better? Compare the thickness of our supports to our competitors. That’s right, when you buy from us, we don’t buy thin rebate, we have a thickness of 10 myriametres around the circumference of each support, which is enough to withstand wind gusts of up to 350km/hour.
- Glass – in our glass-covered entrance canopy projects, we use only durable, protected glass that can easily withstand even wind-borne debris during a hurricane, or children playing near the canopy, which can also be fraught with impacts. When ordering from us, you can choose transparent or milk-coloured glass to create privacy in your door canopy.
- Polycarbonate is definitely your choice if you want to save money, this type of cover is not as transparent as glass, but polycarbonate is enough to create a protected area near your front door and also to reduce UV radiation.
- Trapezoidal sheet with fleece – the main use of this coating is in the roofing of service buildings, and places where the durability of the coating will be valued more than its appearance. The main feature of this coating is the prevention of condensation drops under the canopy.
- 10 year structural warranty
Another reason why we are the best choice in the Irish market. We are confident in the quality of our products and we are prepared to take responsibility for what we promise. That’s why we have no problem giving you a 10 year guarantee after each awning has been installed by our specialists.
It makes no difference to us whether you order a small awning over a side door or a large roof over the front door, we are responsible for the durability and quality of our work. - Direct from the manufacturer, which gives you such advantages:
- Best prices in Ireland
- Custom sizes, materials and colours as each front door canopy is made to order.
- Professional advice from canopy specialists
- Customisable add-ons
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Customer Reviews of Door Canopy in Ireland
“Got a porch canopy with side walls installed at our place just outside Dublin. It’s made a big difference—no more driving rain or gusts at the door, and the integrated downpipes don’t spoil the look of the house. Delighted with the workmanship and how easy the team were to deal with.”
“Five-star experience. I ordered a front-door canopy two weeks ago. Anton was courteous and explained the process in detail. The installers finished in one day and cleaned up afterwards. After using it for a week, I requested a side wall; Anton scheduled it quickly and the finish is excellent. Highly recommended.”
“Bought a canopy for the side entrance. Everything is great — thinking of adding side walls or even a carport in the future.”
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And we use polycarbonate or glass in different shades as cover for the front door canopy.