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Storm door recommendations and installation
Posted on 9/30/25 at 10:58 am
Posted on 9/30/25 at 10:58 am
I am currently looking at storm doors for security as well as the ability to enjoy the few nice days we have. I currently have door with small window panes that make it easy to gain entry. For this reason I do not see the point in getting typical screen doors that do not provide any security. Has anyone installed something that is economical yet aesthetically pleasing? I also looked up installation costs (I'm not handy at all) and Lowes was the only one that had a price guide:
Storm/Security Doors
North: $599 – $805
South: $569 – $825
West: $599 – $805
Per door that seems excessive or am I missing something. I figured a couple hours of labor from a contractor at most would be required. Why the price difference due to direction? Is there extra hardware to account for storm approach?
Storm/Security Doors
North: $599 – $805
South: $569 – $825
West: $599 – $805
Per door that seems excessive or am I missing something. I figured a couple hours of labor from a contractor at most would be required. Why the price difference due to direction? Is there extra hardware to account for storm approach?
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Posted on 10/1/25 at 12:58 pm to jmarto1
I bought a door from Lowes mid-summer and installed it myself. I had help and it still took us a full day. I would say thst a couple of guys that were experienced could do it in a couple of hours, depending on how square your door frame is.
Posted on 10/1/25 at 1:24 pm to jmarto1
I also bought one at Lowes this past winter and my wife and I installed in 3 hours. No bragging just facts.
Posted on 10/1/25 at 2:14 pm to jmarto1
Larson brand doors are super nice. But at several price points. From cheap aluminum to wood clad. Plenty of variations of colors and prices.
Posted on 10/1/25 at 3:30 pm to Deerhunter62
My gf isn't about to help with this. The handy friends I have are all mostly contractors so I feel the need to try and support them.
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