San Antonio, TX
Entry door installation and replacement in San Antonio
A front door that's installed square opens easily, locks smoothly and keeps the Texas heat and rain outside. Oleksander replaces old entry doors and installs new pre-hung fiberglass, steel and wood doors.
Oleksander is Ukrainian and speaks limited English. His partner Dimitri handles calls, quotes and scheduling in English, so nothing gets lost in translation.
What's included
- Removing and hauling away the old door and frame
- Checking the opening and subfloor for rot or water damage
- Setting the pre-hung unit plumb, level and square
- Sill pan or flashing and sealant under the threshold
- Low-expansion foam insulation around the frame
- Installing the lockset, deadbolt or smart lock and adjusting the strike
- Exterior and interior trim, caulked and ready for paint
Signs it's time to replace
- Daylight or drafts around the edges, even with new weatherstripping
- Soft or rotted wood at the bottom of the frame or the threshold
- Door has to be lifted or slammed to latch
- Fogged glass or cracked panels
- Electric bill climbing in summer
Fiberglass, steel or wood?
Fiberglass is the most common choice in San Antonio. It doesn't rot, warp or dent, and it handles the summer sun well. Steel is the most budget-friendly and secure, but it dents and can get hot on a west-facing wall. Wood looks beautiful, but it needs a covered entry and regular finishing to hold up here.
Not sure what to buy? Send a photo of your entry and Oleksander will tell you what fits the opening and how it will hold up.
How it works
- Send photosA wide shot of the door and a close-up of the frame. Add the address or ZIP.
- Get a written quoteA fixed labor price, usually within one business day. Materials are listed separately at cost.
- Oleksander installs itThe same person who quoted the job does the work and cleans up after.
Common questions
How long does it take to replace a front door?
Most entry door replacements in an existing opening take about half a day to a full day. Doors with sidelights, or openings with hidden rot, can take longer.
Can I buy the door myself?
Yes. Many customers buy a pre-hung door from Home Depot or Lowe's. Send the model or a photo of the label before you buy so Oleksander can confirm it fits the opening.
Do you install smart locks?
Yes. Smart locks and keyed deadbolts are installed and adjusted as part of the job.
What if the frame is rotten?
Rot at the bottom of the frame or the subfloor is common. It's found and shown to you before anything is closed up, with a price to repair it.
Tell us about your door.
Send a few photos and the size of the opening. You'll get a clear price for the labor before any work starts.