The first question Los Angeles homeowners ask when planning an entry upgrade is simple: “how much does it cost to install a door?” While online averages can feel like guesswork, CountBricks delivers pinpoint figures within minutes. By blending real-time material pricing, local labor rates and our AI voice-driven estimating engine, we remove the mystery and show you exactly where every dollar goes.
• Door style and material: hollow-core interior slabs start near $250 installed, whereas solid mahogany double entries can top $4,000.
• Frame condition: a clean retrofit is fast; repairing rot, widening rough openings or replacing headers adds labor and lumber.
• Hardware package: basic knobs cost under $40, while smart deadbolts and multipoint locks range $200-$600.
• Energy code requirements: in many Los Angeles neighborhoods, Title 24 mandates insulated units and specific U-factors.
• Finishes and paint: pre-finished doors save on‐site time; custom stains or colors add $3-$6 per square foot.
• Permit fees and inspection: exterior doors that alter egress may require city approval, typically $95-$225.
Based on thousands of CountBricks takeoffs, a standard 36” steel entry door with basic hardware runs $650-$1,400 installed. A fiberglass paneled door with decorative glass averages $1,200-$2,100. Interior bedroom doors generally fall between $325 and $650, depending on trim complexity. Remember, these figures already include demolition, disposal and site protection—items homeowners often overlook.
1. Materials – 40-55 % of total budget
2. Labor – 35-45 % depending on crew skill and accessibility
3. Hardware & finishing supplies – 5-10 %
4. Permits & inspections – 2-5 %
5. Contingency – 5 % for unforeseen framing issues
A quality fiberglass entry slab in Southern California wholesales between $340 and $700. Add $80-$150 for standard jambs, $45 for weatherstripping, and $25 for shims, screws and caulk. CountBricks updates these numbers daily, so your estimate reflects this morning’s supplier quotes rather than last quarter’s catalog.
Union-trained carpenters in Los Angeles average $75-$95 per hour, while licensed small-crew remodelers bill fixed rates around $280 per opening. CountBricks tracks verified invoices in our database, allowing us to benchmark your project against current neighborhood averages.
• Voice-to-Estimate: Simply describe the door, swing direction and wall type. Our AI converts speech into a full line-item proposal.
• Real-Time Pricing: Material costs feed directly from major SoCal suppliers. If steel prices dip at noon, your quote reflects the savings.
• Blueprint Takeoffs: Upload your floor plan and CountBricks automatically counts openings, jamb widths and header sizes.
• Instant PDF Quotes: One click produces a branded document ready to send to clients or HOA boards.
• Order pre-hung units to trim carpentry hours.
• Bundle multiple doors in one visit to cut setup fees.
• Approve hardware early—back-orders stall schedules and raise labor costs.
• Schedule painting immediately after installation to seal raw edges.
• Use CountBricks.com/services to track field changes in real time and avoid costly surprises.
A sticking slab or faded paint rarely justifies full replacement. However, splitting stiles, warped frames or water intrusion usually mean new components are cheaper long-term. CountBricks inspectors provide a free on-site scan, highlighting moisture content and structural movement so you invest only where needed.
Entry door upgrades return some of the highest resale values in residential remodeling—up to 75 % within the first year. CountBricks offers staged invoicing and digital payment links, spreading costs over project milestones without hidden fees.
Stop guessing how much it costs to install a door. Start a live voice session on CountBricks.com/consultation and receive a verified quote before your coffee cools.
A recent Silver Lake bungalow renovation shows how granular estimating saves money. The homeowner needed two interior hollow-core replacements and a new fiberglass entry slab. During a five-minute phone call, our estimator captured dimensions, swing directions and finish preferences. CountBricks AI generated a 14-line proposal totaling $2,380—10 % under the client’s budget.
• Bundled labor: Installing all three openings in a single mobilization saved $240 in trip charges.
• Real-time material swap: Our database flagged a promotional price on a comparable fiberglass unit, trimming $110.
• Pre-finish option: Selecting factory paint reduced on-site finishing by four labor hours.
1. Day 1 – Voice estimate approved and deposit paid via CountBricks Pay.
2. Day 2 – Materials ordered; delivery scheduled through our supplier API.
3. Day 5 – Crew arrives, installs all doors, performs touch-ups and digital punch list.
4. Day 6 – Final inspection photos uploaded to CountBricks.com/portfolio; balance auto-charged.
“I received four quotes from traditional contractors—none broke down the costs like CountBricks. Seeing each line item gave me confidence the price was fair.”
• Coordinate door replacement with flooring upgrades to avoid trimming fresh jambs later.
• Ask CountBricks to include blower-door testing for airtightness; small up-front costs lower HVAC bills.
• If you plan exterior stucco repair, schedule door installation first so new flashing integrates seamlessly.
Start your own success story by visiting CountBricks.com/services. Whether it’s a single bedroom door or a custom pivot entry, our AI-driven platform delivers clarity, speed and savings every step of the way.
