Cost to French Door Installation in Raleigh, NC

$1,800–$5,400 in Raleigh

10% below the national average · 0.90x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Raleigh typically spend $1,800–$5,400 on a french door installation, about 10% below the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Southeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Raleigh

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Materials	$810	$1,800	$4,050
Labor	$540	$810	$1,080
Permits	$0	$68	$90
Total	$1,350-10% vs. national avg	$2,678-10% vs. national avg	$5,400-10% vs. national avg

Budget

Pre-hung fiberglass or steel French doors, standard glass, basic hardware

Mid-Range

Wood or fiberglass French doors with Low-E glass, decorative grilles, upgraded hardware

Premium

Custom solid wood French doors with sidelights, transoms, multi-point locking, custom finish

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Raleigh may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Steel	$400-$800/pair	Most affordable, strong, good security	Can dent, conducts heat/cold, condensation issues	Interior use, budget exterior projectsMost affordable, strong, good security
Fiberglass	$800-$1,800/pair	Won't warp, rot, or rust. Good insulation. Can mimic wood grain	Higher cost than steel, can crack on hard impact	Exterior installations in most climatesWon't warp, rot, or rust. Good insulation. Can mimic wood grain
Solid Wood (Pine/Fir)	$1,200-$2,500/pair	Beautiful natural appearance, traditional look, can be stained or painted	Requires maintenance, can warp with humidity, heavier	Interior use, covered exterior entriesBeautiful natural appearance, traditional look, can be stained or painted
Premium Wood (Mahogany/Oak)	$2,500-$4,500/pair	Stunning appearance, excellent durability, rich character	Expensive, heavy, needs regular refinishing	High-end homes, formal entries, statement piecesStunning appearance, excellent durability, rich character

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Raleigh Estimate

Typical Range

$1,800–$5,400

vs. National Average

10% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.90x

Estimates apply Raleigh's 0.90x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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