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Entry Door Replacement in Federal Way
A front door works hard every day. We fit new entry doors on a sound, flashed sill, set them plumb and square, and show you the small habits that keep the finish and weatherstripping in good shape for years to come.
When a New Entry Door Is the Right Call
Many tired doors only need adjustment. A sagging hinge, a strike plate that has drifted or a flattened sweep can often be corrected, and we will say so when that is all your door needs. Replacement makes sense when the slab itself has warped, the jamb or threshold has softened, or the door can no longer hold a seal no matter how it is adjusted.
Most of what we install arrives pre-hung, meaning the door comes already mounted in a new frame. That lets us correct an out-of-square opening instead of forcing a new slab into an old, twisted jamb. Through long, damp winters a properly flashed sill is what keeps water from reaching the subfloor, so we treat that part of the job with the same care as the door you see.
What Your Entry Door Installation Includes
Material guidance
Fiberglass resists swelling and holds paint or stain well. Steel is secure and affordable but can dent and rust at the bottom edge. Wood offers depth of grain and needs refinishing to stay sound. We explain how each one ages so you choose with care in mind.
Removal of the old door
We take out the old slab, frame and threshold, then haul them away.
Sill and opening inspection
With the opening bare, we check the sill plate and subfloor for rot. If we find damage, we show you photos and explain the repair before going further.
Flashing and insulation
A sill pan and flashing tape direct water outward. The gap around the frame is filled with low-expansion foam, which insulates without bowing the jamb.
Hardware and fine adjustment
Locksets, deadbolts and hinges are fitted and tuned so the door closes with light pressure and the bolt slides home without lifting the handle.
Trim and finish work
Interior casing is replaced or reset, and exterior joints are sealed neatly so the opening looks finished.
Signs Your Entry Door Is Ready for Replacement
Daylight at the edges
If you can see light around the frame with the door shut, air and water are getting in too. Fresh weatherstripping will not close a gap caused by a warped slab.
Sticking with the seasons
A wood door that binds every winter and rattles every summer is absorbing moisture. Planing it buys time but thins the slab further each round.
Soft wood at the threshold
Press a screwdriver into the bottom of the jamb. If it sinks in, water has been reaching the frame and the damage usually goes deeper than it looks.
A lock that fights you
When you have to push, lift or pull the door before the deadbolt will turn, the frame has likely shifted out of square.
Rust, dents or fogged glass
Rust along a steel door's bottom edge, or a cloudy glass insert, means the seal has failed and the door will keep wearing faster.
How the Work Goes, From Call to Walkthrough
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Consultation and measurement
We visit, measure the rough opening, check how square it is, and talk through material, glass and hardware. You get a written quote with no pressure to decide that day.
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Ordering your door
Pre-hung units are built to your measurements and finish. We confirm the arrival date and schedule installation once the door is on hand.
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Installation day
We protect your floors, remove the old unit, repair the sill if needed, then set and shim the new frame. Most installs are finished in a single day, so your home is secure by evening.
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Walkthrough and care tips
We test the latch, deadbolt and seal with you. Then we show you how to clean the sweep, when to check the weatherstripping and how to keep the finish looking its best.
What Shapes the Cost of an Entry Door
Every opening is different, so we quote after seeing yours. The door you pick matters, but so does what we find once the old one comes out. We list each part of the job on your quote so nothing is left vague, and flexible payment options are available.
- Door material and style
- Fiberglass with a wood-grain finish, plain steel and solid wood each sit at different points. Panel style and factory finish also play a part.
- Sidelights and transoms
- Glass panels beside or above the door widen the frame and add sealing work, which raises both material and labor.
- Glass choices
- Clear, textured, decorative or privacy glass inserts vary widely, and insulated glass adds to the cost of a solid slab.
- Condition of the sill and framing
- Rot in the sill plate or subfloor has to be repaired before a new door goes in. We cannot price this until the old threshold is lifted, so we show you exactly what we found.
- Hardware
- Handlesets, smart locks and multipoint locking systems range from simple to substantial.
Entry Door Questions We Hear Often
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Can my existing door be repaired instead?
Often, yes. If the slab is flat and the frame is solid, new weatherstripping, a fresh sweep or hinge adjustment may be enough. We will tell you honestly when repair makes more sense than replacement.
Will my home be left open overnight?
No. Most installs are finished in a single day, and the new door is locked and sealed before we leave. If we find significant rot, we talk it through with you first and keep the opening secure.
Which material lasts longest with the least upkeep?
Fiberglass usually asks the least of you. It does not swell, rust or dent easily, and a periodic wipe-down plus an occasional check of the weatherstripping keeps it sealing well. Wood is beautiful but needs refinishing every few years to stay protected.
Is the door covered by a warranty?
Yes. Our entry door installations come with a lifetime warranty. We go over what it covers when we hand over the finished door.
How should I care for the door afterward?
Clean the threshold and sweep a few times a year so grit does not wear the seal. Check the weatherstripping each fall, tighten hinge screws if the door starts to drop, and touch up any chips in the finish before moisture reaches the core.
Do you offer payment options?
We do. Flexible payment options are available, and we can explain them during your consultation.
Talk Through Your Front Door With Us
We will look at your door and frame, explain whether repair or replacement fits, and give you a clear written quote. There is no pressure and no obligation.