“How much will it cost to replace my interior door?” Homeowners across the country ask our project consultants this question every day. While a single slab may appear simple, the price tag behind it can swing from modest to eye–opening depending on dozens of hidden variables. At CountBricks, we believe clarity builds confidence, so our AI platform translates every material, task, and local labor rate into a transparent, line-by-line estimate—often in the time it takes to finish your morning coffee. In this in-depth guide, we break down the factors that shape interior door replacement budgets, share live price ranges from recent CountBricks projects, and reveal how our voice-activated software keeps residential renovations on schedule and on budget.
The headline number you see on a quote is really the sum of several moving parts. Understanding each one helps you decide where to invest and where to save.
• Door type and material
• Framing or rough-opening modifications
• Hardware, locksets, and finish options
• Paint or stain requirements
• Labor rates tied to zip code and schedule
• Disposal and cleanup fees
• Permit or code updates for fire-rated assemblies
A hollow-core flush door is the budget winner, while a solid-core paneled model can double or triple material costs. Glass inserts, barn-door tracks, and sound-rated cores elevate price but also comfort and aesthetics.
If your existing jamb is out of square—or you are switching from a 28-inch to a 30-inch unit—the carpenter will spend extra hours reframing, shimming, or even cutting back drywall. CountBricks’ AI flags these adjustments during a quick smartphone scan of the opening, alerting you to labor up-charges before demolition starts.
Hardware seems minor until you multiply knobs, hinges, and strike plates across a whole floor. Satin nickel privacy sets run $25–$40, while smart locks or designer levers add $150+. Finishing touches—factory paint, on-site staining, or custom color matching—drive additional labor and material line items.
Carpenters in metropolitan areas can cost 20–40 % more than those in rural markets. Weekend or after-hours installs also carry premiums. CountBricks plugs live union and non-union wage data into every estimate, so there are zero surprises on payday.
• Basic hollow-core replacement (no framing changes): $175–$350 per door
• Mid-tier molded panel with new hardware: $400–$650 per door
• Premium solid-core, paint, and jamb rebuild: $700–$1,200+ per door
These numbers include labor, materials, standard trim touch-ups, and jobsite cleanup. Your final figure may edge higher or lower, but CountBricks estimates fall within 5 % of actual invoices on 93 % of residential door jobs logged in the past year.
1. Start a real-time voice conversation with our AI estimator.
2. Answer guided prompts or upload floor plans for blueprint takeoff.
3. The engine pulls current lumber, hardware, and paint pricing from regional suppliers.
4. Local labor rates are applied based on your zip code and project timeline.
5. A detailed scope and cost breakdown appears—ready for client sign-off or instant invoicing.
All data stays accessible in one dashboard, so you can tweak finishes or quantities and see costs update live. Visit CountBricks.com/services to explore every feature.
• Choose a pre-hung unit to reduce install time when jambs are damaged.
• Batch multiple doors in one visit to lower per-door labor averages.
• Opt for factory-primed surfaces; onsite painting is slower and messier.
• Reuse quality hinges when possible—just be sure finishes still match.
• Ask CountBricks to run “good, better, best” scenarios so you can align scope with budget.
1. Door fits existing opening with less than 1⁄8-inch adjustment – likely DIY.
2. Need to move switches, reroute wiring, or shift framing – hire a pro.
3. High-end finishes or warranty requirements – professional install recommended.
4. Comfortable with specialized tools like a plunge router and jamb set – DIY.
5. Tight project timeline or multiple doors – CountBricks subcontractor network delivers faster.
Replacing an interior door is one of the fastest ways to refresh a room, boost privacy, and even improve energy efficiency. With CountBricks, you get crystal-clear pricing, seasoned installers, and AI-powered project tracking—all in one streamlined platform. Create your free account, say “Replace my bedroom door,” and watch a fully scoped estimate appear in minutes. Your home—and your wallet—will thank you.
The Smiths owned a 1990s two-story in need of quieter bedrooms for remote work. They requested six solid-core doors with matte-black hardware and fresh contemporary casing. Using CountBricks blueprint takeoffs, our AI identified two openings that were ¼-inch undersized. The platform automatically added shimming labor and updated trim figures, producing a $4,620 proposal—approved on the spot.
• Duration: 1.5 days, including paint touch-ups
• Labor variance: +2 % versus estimate (caused by unforeseen wallpaper removal)
• Materials variance: –1 % thanks to live supplier discount captured by CountBricks
• Homeowner satisfaction: 5/5, citing “zero surprises” and “studio-level sound isolation”
• Scan first: A 60-second smartphone scan prevented costly rework by flagging undersized openings.
• Bundle tasks: Painting trim and doors in one visit saved the Smiths $180 in mobilization fees.
• Track in real time: The family followed progress through the CountBricks dashboard, approving change orders digitally and avoiding paper chase delays.
Traditional quotes rely on static spreadsheets and guesstimated labor hours. CountBricks integrates supplier APIs, regional wage feeds, and historical productivity data from thousands of residential tasks. That means every screw, shim, and strike plate is costed accurately—before the crew arrives.
Ready for an interior upgrade that respects your timeline and your wallet? Start a voice-powered estimate today at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why more homeowners trust CountBricks for crystal-clear construction costs.
