Few upgrades transform a home as dramatically as installing french doors. Natural light floods living spaces, indoor-outdoor flow improves, and property value rises. At CountBricks, we combine seasoned craftsmanship with AI-powered estimating to make the process seamless for homeowners and residential contractors alike.
• Visual impact: Expansive glass panels create an open, airy feel that modern buyers crave.
• Energy savings: Today’s low-E glazing and insulated frames help trim heating and cooling costs.
• Flexible layouts: Swing, sliding, and accordion configurations fit patios, balconies, and interior room transitions.
• Resale boost: Real-estate studies show a strong return on investment for high-quality french door installations.
Successful installations start with precise planning. CountBricks.com/services equips you with real-time material databases and interactive voice input, producing line-item estimates in minutes.
1. On-site measurements: Capture rough opening width, height, and wall thickness. Our mobile voice assistant converts spoken dimensions directly into your estimate.
2. Material selection: Choose between wood, fiberglass, aluminum-clad, or vinyl. CountBricks’ dynamic pricing engine updates labor and material costs instantly.
3. Structural review: Homes built before 1980 often need header reinforcement. Upload a smartphone photo to CountBricks AI Takeoff and receive immediate framing specifications.
1. Demolition and prep: Remove existing door or wall section, protect surrounding finishes, and inspect sub-floor for level.
2. Frame modification: Adjust rough opening, install treated sill plate, and square side jambs.
3. Door setting: Apply flashing tape, dry-fit the unit, then fasten hinges or track hardware per manufacturer guidelines.
4. Weatherproofing: Integrate pan flashing, exterior trim, and high-performance sealants to prevent water intrusion.
5. Interior finish: Apply spray foam insulation around gaps, nail casing, and finish with paint or stain.
• Premium fiberglass french door (72” x 80”): $2,450
• Rough framing and header reinforcement: $450
• Installation labor: $1,050
• Interior/exterior trim package: $350
• Disposal and site protection: $125
Total CountBricks Estimate: $4,425 before taxes
Because CountBricks updates supplier pricing in real time, your quote reflects today’s market—no surprises when the invoice arrives.
• Uneven openings: Our AI flagging tool highlights out-of-plumb walls so carpenters can plan shims and custom jamb extensions before arriving on site.
• Permit delays: CountBricks automatically attaches IRC code references to your estimate, accelerating local approvals.
• Change orders: Homeowners often add sidelights or blinds-between-glass at the last minute. Simply voice the change, and the platform recalculates costs instantly.
New Mexico’s 2021 Energy Conservation Code requires a maximum U-Factor of 0.30 for glazed swinging doors. CountBricks material library filters only compliant SKUs, saving you hours of catalog research and ensuring inspection success.
Upload a PDF floor plan, highlight the patio opening, and let CountBricks quantify framing lumber, fasteners, and flashing tape automatically. Contractors report up to 80% faster bid preparation compared to manual takeoffs.
Widening an exterior opening more than 4 feet may impact load-bearing walls. CountBricks prompts you to consult an engineer and even suggests beam sizing based on span tables. This proactive approach prevents costly mid-build delays.
• Door operates smoothly without rubbing or binding
• Reveal gaps are uniform top and sides
• Sill pan and end dams direct water outward
• Foam insulation fills perimeter without bowing jambs
• Hardware is corrosion-resistant and hurricane-rated where required
Our field supervisors sign off using the CountBricks mobile app, attaching photos to each checklist item for full transparency.
Ready to brighten your living space? Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to book a free virtual walk-through. In 15 minutes, our estimator will capture dimensions by voice, recommend materials, and deliver a detailed proposal—no clipboards, no waiting.
• Installing french doors elevates style, efficiency, and home value.
• Accurate planning, code compliance, and quality craftsmanship are essential.
• CountBricks AI technology streamlines estimating, material selection, and project management from concept to completion.
Partner with CountBricks and experience residential construction the smart way.
Homeowner Maria L. in Santa Fe wanted seamless access between her kitchen and adobe-walled courtyard. The existing 36-inch steel door felt narrow and dark. She contacted CountBricks via our voice assistant, and within hours received an itemized estimate for a 6-foot fiberglass french door with low-E glass.
1. Digital Verification: Maria uploaded a smartphone video of her kitchen wall. CountBricks AI measured the rough opening and flagged a minor load-bearing concern. We looped in our structural partner and sized a new LVL header—before a single tool hit the site.
2. Same-Day Material Lock: Because CountBricks updates supplier feeds hourly, we secured her door unit at a promotional price, saving $275.
3. One-Day Install: Our crew arrived with prefabricated trim kits derived from the digital takeoff. Demolition, framing, and weatherproofing wrapped up by 4 p.m. Maria enjoyed sunset views through her new doors that evening.
• Order tempered glass for doors within 24 inches of the finished floor—CountBricks automatically includes this upgrade in estimates.
• Schedule stucco repair crews two days after door installation to allow for foam curing and moisture tests.
• Apply a clear UV sealer on wood thresholds in high-sun regions like Santa Fe to extend finish life.
• AI-Driven Speed: Average residential door bid prepared in under 7 minutes.
• Fewer Callbacks: Digital QA checklist reduces warranty claims by 32%.
• Integrated Invoicing: Convert the approved estimate to an invoice with one click, complete with tax rates and payment links.
Whether you are a DIY-minded homeowner or a busy remodeler, CountBricks streamlines every phase of installing french doors—from the first measurement to the final coat of paint. Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio and see how our technology-forward approach keeps projects on budget and on schedule.
