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Doors: costs, choices and hiring advice
A secure, well-sealed entry that makes a great first impression. Here is what to know before you get quotes.
What it costs
$547–$2,375
Exterior door prices depend on the door material, whether you need a single or double door, and whether the frame has to be replaced.
- Steel prehung door, same size opening$340–$2,110
- Fiberglass entry door with new frame$470–$4,090
- Adding a storm door$175–$1,100
Choices that change the price
- Prehung or slabA prehung door comes already hung in its frame and is the usual choice for exterior doors.
- Steel, fiberglass or woodSteel is affordable and secure but can dent.
Problems and hidden costs to watch for
- Rotted threshold or subfloorWater often gets under old thresholds.
- Size changesA different-sized door means reframing the opening and patching siding or trim.
- HardwareLocks and handles may be extra.
Upkeep and lifespan
- WeatherstrippingReplace worn weatherstripping and door sweeps to stop drafts.
- Refinish wood doorsWood doors need refinishing every few years, especially on sunny exposures.
Hiring and comparing quotes
- Is this a prehung door? Is the frame being replaced?
- Are removal, disposal, trim and hardware included?
- Who handles repairs if the threshold or subfloor is rotted?
All doors guides
Costs, budgets and timelines
- Doors cost guideNational prices, example budgets and what each price covers
- Front Door Replacement With Sidelights: Cost and OptionsReplacing the door slab, a prehung door or the whole entry system with sidelights: what each involves and costs.
- Replacing a Sliding Glass Door: Costs, Options and InstallationMost homeowners pay $1,169–$4,148 to install a sliding glass door. Costs by material, labor, and when repair is enough.
Materials and methods
- Sliding Patio Doors vs. French DoorsSliders average about $2,565 installed; French doors about $3,500. Compare opening space, layout, installation changes and maintenance.
Hiring and comparing quotes
- How to Compare Contractor Estimates (With an Annotated Example)Line up scope, quantities, allowances, exclusions and warranty terms so you compare the same job, not just the bottom line.
- Questions to Ask Before Hiring a ContractorA practical checklist for the first call, the estimate visit and before you sign, plus links to project-specific questions.
- How to Verify a Contractor's License and InsuranceWhere to look up a license, how to confirm insurance with the insurer, and what each check does and does not tell you.
- Quote comparison worksheetLine up up to three quotes side by side
Budget tools
Cost figures are national ranges from the sources listed in the cost guide. They are not a quote from FixFinch or any contractor.