Door Replacement and Installation in Seattle

Exterior, entry, patio and interior doors reviewed by opening condition

Frame, threshold, trim, flashing and finish repair included in the scope when needed

Door sizes, hardware, swing direction and lead times confirmed before demo

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A Door Is Judged by How It Works

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A door is the one part of the house you physically operate every day, so the test is simple: does it close, latch and lock cleanly, seal against weather, and clear the floor? Most door problems are fit and operation problems, not slab problems.

That is why door replacement in Seattle starts with how the door has to work, not which slab to buy. Swing direction, handing, the lockset and hinges, the threshold and weatherstripping all have to be settled before anything is ordered. Get the swing wrong and the door fights the room; get the threshold wrong and it drags or leaks.

Interior doors are mostly about fit: a square opening, floor clearance and matching the casing. Exterior, patio and French doors add weather and weight, so the sill, flashing and a solid frame matter as much as the panel. Door installation on those openings is carpentry, not a drop-in.

We confirm size, swing, hardware and lead time before the old door comes out, so the opening is not left sitting open waiting on a part.

Opening and Frame CheckClear Scope

Opening and Frame Check

We check the existing frame, threshold, trim and wall condition before deciding whether the door can be replaced simply or needs more carpentry.

Exterior Tie-InWeather Ready

Exterior Tie-In

Exterior doors need proper sill, flashing, trim and sealant details so the opening is not treated like a caulk-only repair.

Remodel CoordinationOne Plan

Remodel Coordination

We coordinate door work with siding, flooring, drywall, paint, windows, basement egress and larger remodeling scopes when they overlap.

Hardware and Swing ConfirmedNo Guessing

Hardware and Swing Confirmed

Door size, swing direction, handle set, hinges, lockset, threshold and delivery responsibility should be confirmed before the old door comes out.

Door Replacement Cost in Seattle

There is no single door price, because the door slab is usually the smaller part of the job. Final pricing depends on:

  • interior versus exterior door
  • slab versus prehung unit
  • entry, patio, French, sliding or interior door type
  • door material
  • hardware and lockset
  • threshold and weatherstripping
  • frame or jamb repair
  • trim, drywall, paint, siding or flooring repair
  • opening changes
  • egress or permit issues
  • access and lead time

An interior door swap into a sound frame is the simple end. An exterior, patio or French door is more involved, because the opening has to be flashed and sealed and the trim, siding or flooring around it usually needs repair once the old unit comes out.

Renova Contractors LLC orders doors through suppliers and often quotes them alongside windows; one supplier package, for example, included a French door quote together with several window lines, which is common when doors and windows are part of the same project. We do not publish a flat per-door number, because the opening and the finish repair drive the cost. We give a real number after seeing the opening, the frame and threshold condition, and what trim or siding work the door will need.

Clear Remodeling Process:
Our 5-Step Coordination Plan

Remodeling has moving parts. We define scope, document assumptions, and coordinate each phase so you know what is happening from consultation through final walkthrough.

1

Check the Opening and Frame

Existing ConditionsWe look at the frame, threshold, sill, trim and the wall around the door to see what the replacement actually involves.
Same Size or ChangingWe confirm whether the opening stays the same or changes, since that affects framing, header and permit questions.
2

Confirm Door Type, Size, Swing and Hardware

Type and MaterialEntry, patio, French, sliding or interior, plus slab versus prehung and the material, are matched to the opening and budget.
Swing and HardwareSwing direction, handle set, hinges, lockset, threshold and weatherstripping are confirmed before anything is ordered.
3

Order or Verify Owner-Supplied Material

SourcingThe door can be ordered through our suppliers or supplied by the homeowner, with sizes and specs confirmed either way.
Lead TimeCustom and special-order doors carry a lead time, so delivery is confirmed before the old door comes out.
4

Remove the Old Door and Inspect the Opening

DemoThe old door, and the jamb when needed, come out so the opening can be checked rather than covered over.
Check Frame and ThresholdThe frame, threshold and surrounding wall are checked for water damage or rot, which is documented and priced before it is closed up if found.
5

Install, Shim, Flash, Seal and Finish Trim

Set and SealThe unit is set plumb and level, shimmed, and on exterior doors flashed and sealed at the sill and trim.
Trim and FinishInterior casing and exterior trim are rebuilt, with paint, drywall, siding or flooring repair handled as finish work.
6

Test Operation, Lockset and Closeout

OperationSwing, latch, lockset, weatherstripping and threshold are tested so the door closes and locks correctly.
WalkthroughWe walk the finished door with you and close out any related window, siding or remodel coordination together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about scope, estimates, scheduling, and project coordination

How much does door replacement cost in Seattle?

There is no single per-door price, because the slab is usually the smaller part of the cost. An interior door swap into a sound frame is the low end, while an exterior, patio or French door with flashing, trim and finish repair costs more. We price after seeing the opening, the frame and threshold condition, and the trim or siding work the door needs, rather than quoting a flat number.

What is the difference between a slab door and a prehung door?

A slab is just the door panel, hung in an existing frame that is already sound and square. A prehung door comes mounted in its own frame and jamb, which is the better choice when the old frame is damaged or the opening is being reworked. The right one depends on the condition of the existing frame.

Can Renova Contractors LLC replace exterior doors during a remodel?

Yes. Most exterior and patio door work overlaps other scopes, so we coordinate it with siding, flooring, drywall, paint, windows and larger remodels when they share a wall or a schedule, instead of treating the door as a separate visit.

Do I need a permit to replace a door in Seattle?

A same-size replacement is often simpler, but enlarging an opening, changing structure or a load-bearing header, altering the building envelope, or affecting egress, light, ventilation or fire and life-safety conditions can trigger permit or review. Permit needs depend on the actual scope, so we confirm it before ordering or opening the wall. This is general information, not legal advice.

Who supplies the door and hardware?

Either the homeowner or the project. Doors and hardware can be owner-supplied or ordered through our suppliers, but the size, swing direction, lockset, threshold, lead time and who is responsible for a late, wrong or damaged unit should be clear before the old door comes out.

What happens if the frame or threshold is damaged?

It is a possible condition, not a given. If the frame, jamb, threshold or sill turns out to be water-damaged once the old door comes off, we document and price the repair before closing it back up, so it is handled in the open rather than assumed up front.

Can doors and windows be replaced together?

Yes, and it is common. Doors and windows share walls, trim and flashing details and are often quoted together by suppliers, so window and door work is frequently handled in one scope. The window side is covered on our window replacement and installation page.

Are patio, French and sliding doors handled differently?

Yes. Patio sliders and French doors are heavier and wider than a standard entry door, so they can need a stronger header, more careful leveling, and more trim and siding work around the larger opening. The flashing and sill details still matter the same way they do on any exterior door.

Do interior doors cost less than exterior doors?

Usually, yes. Interior doors have no weather sealing, flashing or exterior trim, so they are simpler and generally cheaper. The cost there comes from out-of-square openings, floor clearance over new flooring, and matching casing and hardware, not from water control.

Exterior, Entry, Patio and Interior Doors

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Seattle Door Installation Reviews

Real feedback from door installation projects in Seattle.

  • 4 out of 5 stars

    We hired Renova to paint two full floors of our home: ceilings, walls, trim, and six interior doors, with a different color in nearly every room. It was a large, complex job and Renova’s subcontracted painter worked hard to accommodate a tight schedule, including coming in over the weekend to stay on track. He also showed good judgment when the bathroom drywall was beyond his skill. The painter brought in a drywaller to take it over rather than pushing through work he wasn't confident in. The reason we took off a star was due to attention to detail. Paint was scheduled for mid-construction, meaning typical construction traffic caused wall and trim damage that required touch-ups. In addition, cutlines were not crisp, and doors were stacked on top of each other after painting instead of freestanding on risers which left marks, and we found overspray and paint drops on our new floors after touch-ups were completed. Hearing our concerns, Renova set up a process for touch-ups so we could rectify some of the details: we were able to walk through the entire house and mark anything that needed attention. The painter was responsive to the feedback. This was a demanding, multi-room paint job for a major home renovation. While we wished for more cleanliness and attention to detail, we greatly appreciate the work and enjoy how beautiful our home feels.

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    Erica Queen
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    Nick and the Renova team updated a bathroom in our condo in Seattle. They removed a shower insert and glass door, upgraded the shower head and faucet, and tiled the shower area. They did a really nice job, especially with the tiling work. We were in Oregon during the entire job, and we appreciated Nick’s communication with us that included progress reports with pictures at the end of each day. We will definitely consider them for future jobs.

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    Jeremy Clem
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    Dimitri and his team are amazing craftsmen! They worked on our older Seattle mid century modern home to completely gut and update our three bathrooms. Their attention to detail is amazing and they treated our home like it was their own. They made sure to cover all the floors and drape the house with plastic to manage dust which we really appreciated. From demo up to delivering the final product he was very communicative and included us in decision making. They worked and coordinated so well when other subs came in. We trusted Dimitri and his team and our dogs loved them too. I have rehabbed many homes and I have never seen the amazing tiling craftsmanship that they delivered in three distinctly designed bathrooms. They work hard and were completely dedicated to our project to get it done on time and within our budget. In closing, I will hire them again for a couple of other major projects we have to finish our home.

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    Kevin Quille
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    I hired renova contractors, they took it from white box to full shop, office build, drywall paint, concrete patching, siding n roof fix, all on time

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    Serhii Uzun
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    Nick and his team had our old kitchen ripped out, and the new cabinets installed in less than 4 days. Then, in just a couple days, the new quartz countertops were in. As soon as the demo was done, the cabinets were up—no waiting around for days or weeks. We really can’t say enough about their speed and craftsmanship. Very professional! We’d definitely do it again. And we’ll for sure be calling Nick when it's time to remodel the bathroom. Thanks again, Nick! We really appreciate you and your team.

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    Nadim
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    We had an issue with water leaking in from the corner of our daylight basement, due to how the house was built there were multiple different issues with water leaking in our basement and it was a mess with black mold and water damage. We had Renova come out and look and they were very straightforward and transparent with what needed to be done, they were not just trying to get the job they were honest. They came all the way out from Seattle to Stanwood and did a very thorough job in repairing the black mold damage and they completely dug around the outside foundation of our daylight basement to water proof very thoroughly. It was a very big project but it needed to be done. We had them re paint our downstairs, build a 1,000 square foot back patio, build a new back deck, and we plan on using them to do more work. We are very happy with their hard work and attention to detail and highly recommend them.

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    Jacob Hambidge

What Renova Contractors LLC Checks Before Replacing a Door

Opening and Frame

The existing frame, threshold and whether the opening size is changing are checked before any door is ordered.

3D Lock — Fixed costs

Door Types and Material

Egress & Permit Review

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Threshold and Flashing

On exterior doors the sill, threshold and flashing details keep water out, not caulk alone.

Trim, Siding & Floor Repair

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Interior casing, exterior trim, siding and flooring around the door are part of the scope when the opening is disturbed.

Hardware, Swing & Lead Time

Swing direction, lockset, threshold and the lead time on special-order doors are confirmed before demo.

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Renova Contractors LLC is a licensed general contractor for Seattle remodeling

We carry $2 million in liability insurance and a full Washington state contractor bond and coordinate work to meet local code requirements and inspections where required. We focus on clear documentation, practical communication, and accountable project execution.

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Start With How the Door Has to Behave

Before picking a slab, it helps to name what the finished door has to do: swing the right way, latch without a shove, lock without lifting, seal out weather, and clear the floor. Those few things drive almost every decision that follows.

Swing, handing and clearance

Which way the door opens, and which side the hinges land on, change how the room works and where the hardware goes. Floor clearance matters too, especially when new flooring raises the finish height and a door that used to clear now drags.

The frame decides the easy vs hard version

If the existing frame is square and sound, a new panel can hang in it. If the frame, jamb or threshold is worn or water-stained, the unit comes with its own frame and the opening gets reset. That single condition is usually what separates a quick swap from a half day of carpentry.

Exterior doors are weather first

An entry, patio or French door has to keep rain out, so the threshold, sill, flashing and trim do the real work. Wider patio and French openings can also need a stronger header and tie into siding and window details on the same wall.

Hardware and lead time are not afterthoughts

Locksets, hinges, multipoint hardware and special-order slabs all carry their own timelines. We pin those down with you before demo, so the door that comes out is replaced the same day instead of leaving a hole in the wall.

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