Like-for-like swap vs full-frame?

Swap reuses the existing jamb and threshold ($300-$800 labor). Full-frame replaces the whole frame, weatherstrip, and threshold ($800-$2,000 labor) — needed when the frame is rotten, the door has shifted, or you're upsizing. Resize the opening (taller / wider) and you'll add framing labor + likely a permit.

Entry Door Cost Calculator (2026) | Steel, Fiberglass, Wood, French

Q: How much does an entry door cost in 2026?

Steel pre-hung swap: $700-$1,800 installed. Fiberglass swap: $900-$2,500. Solid wood entry: $1,000-$4,000. Custom premium wood with sidelights and transom: $4,000-$15,000. Storm door alone: $400-$1,000 installed. Full-frame replacement adds $400-$1,200 over a like-for-like swap.

Q: Steel vs fiberglass vs wood?

Steel = cheapest, dent-resistant, but rusts at edges in 10-15 yr in coastal climates. Fiberglass = best insulator, mimics wood grain, no rust, slightly higher cost. Wood = best looks, custom shapes, but requires refinishing every 3-5 yr. For 80%+ of homes, fiberglass is the right answer.

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Pro installed DIY (swap)

Includes labor, equipment, permit (where required), and contractor markup.

Common projects

Door & scope

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Door type

State

ZIP / planning zone (optional)

Uses the first 3 digits as a planning zone (not exact local pricing). Overrides state average when matched.

Side panels & add-ons

Sidelights (panels)

Transom above door

Storm door

Smart lock / keypad

Paint / stain finish

Weatherstrip + threshold

Exterior trim refresh

Tear out old door

Permit

Your entry-door estimate

Estimated installed range

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Cost breakdown

Item	Quantity	Estimated range

Planning estimate, not a bid. 2026 ranges informed by Therma-Tru / Pella / JELD-WEN / Andersen MSRP, HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor, Homewyse, and BLS regional wage data.

What's not included: structural framing changes for a wider opening (header replacement), hurricane-impact glass uplift in coastal zones (separate scope), interior wall finish patches outside trim line, ADA-compliant lever hardware retrofits, security-system integration beyond the smart lock.

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Methodology & sources

What this is: a planning-range entry-door calculator informed by Therma-Tru / Pella / JELD-WEN / Andersen MSRP, HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor, Homewyse, and licensed cost-estimating references.

Labor is modeled from per-unit installed rates with a crew-rate sanity check ($55-$110/crew-hr loaded billing rate), informed by BLS OEWS 47-2031 (Carpenters).

Last updated: May 2026. Full methodology →

How much does an entry door cost in 2026?

Scope	Range	Timeline
Steel pre-hung swap	$700-$1,800	3-5 hours
Fiberglass full-frame + sidelights	$2,500-$5,500	1 day
Solid wood + paint	$1,800-$5,500	1-2 days
Premium custom wood + transom	$5,500-$15,000+	1-2 days install (8-12 wk lead)
Storm door install (over existing)	$400-$1,000	2-4 hours
French / double entry	$2,500-$6,500	1 day

Frequently asked questions

How much does an entry door cost?

$700-$15k installed depending on material and scope. Steel swap $700-$1.8k. Fiberglass full-frame $2.5-$5.5k. Custom wood $5.5-$15k+.

Steel vs fiberglass vs wood?

Fiberglass for most. Steel for budget. Wood for custom looks. Steel rusts at edges in coastal; wood needs refinishing every 3-5 yr.

Swap vs full-frame?

Swap reuses jamb (cheaper). Full-frame replaces frame + threshold + weatherstrip — better seal, needed if frame is rotten or you're upsizing.

Is a smart lock worth it?

$200-$500 for the lock + $100-$300 install. Wifi unlocks, codes for guests, push alerts. Schlage Encode and Yale Assure Lock 2 are popular.

Can I DIY?

Pre-hung swap into existing opening — yes for a confident DIYer (4-6 hr work). Full-frame requires precise plumb / level / square — pro work for most.

Common mistakes & questions

Skip the threshold / weatherstrip replace — drafty door wastes the upgrade.
Wrong handing — left vs right swing matters; reorder = 4-week delay.
Skip the threshold pan flashing — water gets behind sill = rot in 2-3 yr.
Hardware diameter mismatch — 2-1/8 vs 2-3/8 in bore can require new prep.
Coastal / hurricane zones (FL, coastal NC/SC, TX coast) require impact-rated assemblies — much pricier.
Forget interior trim — interior casing rarely matches new door perfectly; budget for repaint.
Ask your contractor: manufacturer warranty, threshold spec, weatherstrip kit, security pin in jamb, paint inclusion, hurricane rating where applicable.

When this estimate is wrong

Hidden frame rot found at tear-out: +$500-$2,000 framing.
Resizing the opening (wider/taller) requires header replacement + permit.
Hurricane-impact rated door (FL coastal): +$500-$2,000.
Historic-district door matching: custom millwork, +50-200%.
Brick veneer cuts to widen opening — masonry scope (separate calc).
HOA color / style restrictions limit choices.