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PC Henderson Limited
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Guide to Door Contractors

Have a realistic budget, interview carefully, and check credentials to ensure success when choosing door contractors

By Deborah L. Nurmi

Whether you need new door installation or simply door repair, choosing the right door installation contractor can make all the difference. You don't get a second chance to make a first impression. Never was this statement truer than when considering door installation in your home or office.

Good door contractors will not only install doors, but will educate you about how to install door types and the types of doors that are best for you. For example, discuss the different varieties of entry doors with your door contractor. Doors are available in a variety of sizes, materials, and finishes. Skilled door contractors can tell you which doors are best suited for your needs.

Steps for choosing a qualified door contractor include:
  1. Using local door contractors whenever possible
  2. Finding and verifying that door installers are qualified, insured, and bonded
  3. Getting all bids and contracts in writing


Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done


Set a realistic budget for your door installation

Determining your budget will dictate the style, quality, and type of doors or windows you choose and will help you evaluate the bids you receive. When deciding how much to spend on installing doors, estimate what percentage of your income is actually available for the project and how much you may need to borrow.

I recommend: The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) has a worksheet to help you determine how much lenders are likely to approve for your renovations. If you plan to take out a loan for installing doors, estimate payments with a loan calculator like the one at Bankrate.com.

Find qualified door, window contractors

Finding licensed, insured, and bonded door contractors is essential to ensuring that your door installation meets all building codes and that the appropriate permits are acquired.

I recommend: Both ServiceMagic and Remodelers-Online provide referral services that allow you to locate qualified contractors in your area and request bids.

Verify that door contractors are licensed, bonded, and insured

Confirm that your contractor has General Liability Insurance to cover any damage that might occur to your property, Workers Compensation Insurance to cover the door contractor or any employee of the company who might be injured while working on your property, and Bonding to protect you if the contractor goes out of business or is unable to complete your project. Ask to see your door contractor's state or local contractor's license, Certificate of Insurance (or insurance company and agent's name), and Certificate of Bonding.

I recommend: The Contractor's License Reference Site connects you to your state's contractor license board. DoItYourself offers a similar service, allowing you to search for contractor license and registration information by region of the country.

Get at least three written bids from door installers

A good door installation bid should include a detailed materials list with specifications, labor costs, specific time frame of your project, and a payment schedule.

I recommend: HomeBlue provides free bids from door contractors in your area - usually within hours. Better-Door-Contractors.com offers 4 free estimates with no obligation to buy.

Get written contracts from door installers with explicit payment schedules

Starting your door installation project with a well-drafted contract can head off trouble later. It is important to settle on a schedule of payment. Beware of door installers who ask for full payment before the job is completed.

I recommend: The sample contract from 411HomeRepair.com shows the elements that should be included in your contract. The New York City Department of Consumer Affairs also has an excellent contract form that may be modified to suit your project.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • •  Ask your door installer for references and check them. This one step may make your choice apparent.
  • •  Consider the energy efficiency of replacement doors and windows. Good window/door contractors will be knowledgeable about the energy rating of doors and windows currently on the market.
  • •  Communicate with your door contractor. If you need to make changes to the original contract or if unexpected problems arise, communicate in writing. Most door contractors have change order forms to address these events.

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