November 6, 2025
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Construction

CountBricks: Cost to Replace Bifold Closet Doors Guide

James Miller
Head of Sales

The Real Cost to Replace Bifold Closet Doors

Homeowners rarely budget for closet upgrades, yet outdated or damaged bifold doors drag down the look and feel of a bedroom, hallway, or laundry area. Understanding the actual cost to replace bifold closet doors is the first step toward a smooth renovation. At CountBricks, we leverage live voice capture, AI estimating, and real-time material databases to remove the guesswork and deliver precise residential construction numbers in minutes.

Why Costs Seem to Vary Online

Search the phrase cost to replace bifold closet doors and you will find a dizzying range of prices. Variation stems from three major factors:

• Door quality and finish
• Rough opening preparation requirements
• Labor rates that change by ZIP code

Because CountBricks pulls current material catalogs and local labor indexes directly into our estimating engine, we can show you an itemized range for YOUR address, not a generic national average.

Breaking Down the Price Components

1. New Bifold Door Unit

CountBricks clients typically choose among three tiers:

• Value hollow-core primed doors: $60 – $120 per unit
• Mid-grade solid core paint-ready doors: $140 – $220 per unit
• Premium hardwood louvered or mirrored doors: $250 – $450+ per unit

2. Hardware & Track Upgrades

Old door systems often have bent tracks or missing rollers. A replacement track kit costs $25 – $60. Soft-close hardware can add $40 – $90 but raises resale appeal.

3. Finish Materials

• Paint or stain: $20 – $40 per opening
• Trim replacement or caulk: $10 – $25
• Dust protection and cleanup supplies: $5 – $15

4. Labor

Skilled carpenters charge for demolition, shimming, hanging, and finishing. Using data from CountBricks.com/services, we see Riverside labor ranging from $55 to $85 per hour. Typical installs take 2–3 labor hours per opening for straightforward swaps and 4–6 hours when reframing or drywall repairs are required.

Typical Project Scenarios

Basic Swap (No Framing Changes)

• Hollow-core door set: $90
• Hardware kit: $30
• Labor: 2.5 hours × $70 = $175
Total: $295 per opening

Mid-Range Upgrade with Soft-Close

• Solid core door set: $180
• Soft-close hardware: $85
• Painting supplies: $25
• Labor: 3.5 hours × $70 = $245
Total: $535 per opening

Premium Custom Fit

• Hardwood louvered doors: $420
• Premium track & pulls: $90
• Reframe opening & new casing: $120 materials
• Labor: 5 hours × $80 = $400
Total: $1,030 per opening

How CountBricks AI Generates Exact Numbers

Unlike static spreadsheets, CountBricks records a live voice conversation with the homeowner or contractor. As you describe conditions—door width, jamb damage, finish preference—our AI engine converts each detail into line items pulled from today’s supplier pricing. The system applies local labor cost indices and instantly creates:

• A detailed estimate
• A branded quote PDF ready to email
• An invoice with split-payment options

All documents are stored in your project dashboard for easy access and editing.

DIY vs. Professional Replacement

DIY Savings: Homeowners who already own trim tools can save 40–50 % of labor costs. However, misaligned panels or out-of-square openings often lead to callbacks—something a CountBricks-vetted carpenter prevents.

Professional Advantages:

• Seamless scheduling through CountBricks.com/consultation
• Warranty on workmanship
• Accurate timeline predictions

Reducing Project Costs without Sacrificing Quality

• Select factory-primed doors and have your painter finish onsite
• Reuse existing casing if it is in good shape
• Batch multiple closets in one visit to lower trip charges
• Ask CountBricks to source remnant paint from prior jobs listed in our materials exchange

Financing & Payment Options

CountBricks offers staged invoicing—deposit, progress, and completion—directly through our secure portal. For projects above $2,000, homeowners can activate six-month same-as-cash financing.

Next Steps

Ready for a precise, obligation-free number? Activate your microphone at CountBricks.com/estimate and start talking. In less than five minutes you will receive a complete breakdown tailored to your home, complete with optional upgrades and projected timelines.

Quick Reference Cost Table

1. Budget replacement: $280 – $350 per opening
2. Mid-grade replacement: $450 – $600 per opening
3. Premium custom fit: $950 – $1,100+ per opening

Final Thoughts

Replacing bifold closet doors is a high-impact, low-mess upgrade that instantly freshens any room. By using CountBricks’ AI estimating tools, you eliminate sticker shock and move straight into confident planning, whether you are a DIY enthusiast or hiring a pro. Accurate data leads to on-time, on-budget results—exactly what CountBricks delivers for every residential project.

Are you a construction professional? Use AI to build and edit full estimates, quotes and bids.

Case Study: Three Closets, One Afternoon

A Riverside homeowner contacted CountBricks through our voice estimate tool. They needed to replace bifold doors in two bedrooms and a hallway linen closet—each a different size. During the five-minute call, the homeowner described measurements, preferred a mid-grade solid core door, and requested soft-close tracks for the linen closet only.

• CountBricks AI auto-populated material SKUs, labor hours, and finish supplies
• The homeowner received a line-item quote of $1,485 within eight minutes
• Our vetted carpenter accepted the job inside the CountBricks dashboard and completed installation four days later, in just under six labor hours

Post-project feedback scored 5/5 for accuracy and cleanliness. Because the AI estimate matched the final invoice to the dollar, no change orders were required—saving both the client and installer time and stress.

Five Pro Tips to Maximize Value

• Avoid mirrored doors in children’s rooms—fingerprints mean extra maintenance

• Pick tracks with adjustable pivots; they compensate for slightly uneven floors

• Paint doors horizontally before hanging to reduce drips and streaks

• Ask CountBricks to bundle hardware and doors from the same supplier; bulk buys cut freight fees

• Use door heights that match existing trim reveal lines to skip casing adjustments

Leveraging CountBricks Beyond Doors

Once your closets look sharp, explore other quick ROI upgrades through CountBricks.com/services:

1. Interior door re-hanging for better soundproofing

2. Baseboard replacement with zero wall damage using our laser-measured takeoffs

3. Smart closet lighting wired and estimated by our electrical module

Ready to Start?

Visit CountBricks.com/estimate, speak your project details, and watch a complete, customizable estimate appear in real time. No spreadsheets, no hidden fees—just crystal-clear numbers and a straightforward path to improved living spaces.