How Much Does a New Front Door Cost in Utah? Full Breakdown

"How much will a new front door cost?" is one of the most common questions Utah homeowners ask, and one of the hardest to answer without knowing the specifics. A basic steel door can run $1,100 installed, while a custom wood door with sidelights and smart hardware can exceed $6,000.

This guide breaks down every cost component so you can build an accurate budget for your project. All pricing reflects the Utah market in 2026, based on contractor quotes, supplier pricing, and real project data from along the Wasatch Front.

What You'll Actually Pay in Utah (2026)

Here are the total installed cost ranges by material, including door, standard hardware, weatherstripping, labor, and old door disposal:

Steel entry door: $1,100 to $2,200 total installed. The sweet spot for most Utah homeowners is $1,400 to $1,600, which gets a quality 20-gauge steel door with a foam core, a factory finish, and professional installation.

Fiberglass entry door: $1,600 to $4,000 total installed. The mid-range of $2,000 to $2,800 delivers an excellent fiberglass door with realistic wood grain, staining, and all hardware.

Wood entry door: $2,500 to $6,000+ total installed. Wood pricing varies more than any other material because of species selection, custom details, and finishing requirements. A standard fir door starts around $2,500 installed. A custom mahogany with carving and glass panels can exceed $6,000.

These ranges assume a standard 36-inch by 80-inch single door replacement in an existing opening with a frame in good condition. Adding sidelights, transoms, a wider door, or frame work pushes costs higher.

Door Costs by Material

The door itself represents 40% to 60% of the total project cost. Here is what drives the price at each level.

Steel Doors: $400 to $1,500 (Door Only)

Budget tier ($400-$600): A flat-panel or six-panel steel door from a home improvement store. Paint-grade finish (you paint it yourself or pay extra for finishing). Basic weatherstripping. No glass. Brands: Masonite, JELD-WEN, ReliaBilt.

Mid-range ($600-$1,000): A decorative panel design with a half-lite (small glass panel) or fan lite. Factory primed or pre-painted in a standard color. Upgraded weatherstripping with a magnetic seal. Brands: Therma-Tru, Masonite Performance Series, Pella.

Premium ($1,000-$1,500): A designer-series door with decorative glass inserts, multi-point locking, and a factory finish in a custom color. Textured steel that mimics wood grain. Brands: Therma-Tru Benchmark, JELD-WEN Premium, ProVia.

Fiberglass Doors: $600 to $2,500 (Door Only)

Budget tier ($600-$900): A smooth or lightly textured fiberglass door, typically paint-grade. Basic glass options. Brands: Masonite, JELD-WEN.

Mid-range ($900-$1,500): A deeply textured wood-grain fiberglass door that accepts gel stain for a realistic wood look. Decorative glass options including privacy glass, leaded glass, or art glass. Brands: Therma-Tru Classic-Craft, Pella, ProVia.

Premium ($1,500-$2,500): Top-of-line fiberglass with the most realistic wood grain textures, premium glass packages, and factory-applied stain finishes that match specific wood species. Brands: Therma-Tru Fiber-Classic, ProVia Signet, Plastpro.

Wood Doors: $1,000 to $4,000+ (Door Only)

Budget tier ($1,000-$1,500): A standard design in a common softwood species like fir or hemlock. Simple panel configuration. Unfinished (requires on-site staining or painting). Brands: JELD-WEN, Simpson Door.

Mid-range ($1,500-$2,500): A quality hardwood door in mahogany, cherry, or knotty alder (popular for Utah's rustic and farmhouse styles). More complex panel designs. May include small glass panels. Brands: Simpson Door, TM Cobb, Rogue Valley Door.

Premium ($2,500-$4,000+): A custom-built door in premium hardwood with carved details, custom glass, and unique dimensions. Often sourced from specialty door shops. The sky is truly the limit here.

Labor and Installation Costs

Labor in Utah's 2026 market ranges from $300 to $800 for door installation, depending on the scope of work.

Basic Installation: $300 to $500

This covers removing the old door, installing the new pre-hung unit in an existing opening with a frame in good condition, shimming and leveling, insulating around the frame, installing hardware, adjusting weatherstripping, and cleanup and old door disposal.

A basic installation takes 4 to 6 hours. Most licensed contractors in the Salt Lake City metro charge $60 to $90 per hour for door installation, with a minimum charge of 4 hours.

Complex Installation: $500 to $800

Additional complexity that increases labor costs includes frame replacement when the existing frame is damaged or rotted (common in older Utah homes), sidelight installation that requires widening the opening, threshold modification for ADA accessibility or floor level changes, and custom fitting for non-standard openings.

Frame replacement alone adds $200 to $600 in materials and 2 to 4 hours of labor. If your frame shows signs of rot, warping, or previous damage, budget for this. Our door frame guide explains how to assess your frame's condition.

Getting the Best Labor Price

Get at least three written quotes from licensed, insured contractors. In Utah, door installation does not require a specialty license, but general contractor licensing is required for projects over $3,000. Ask each contractor whether their quote includes frame assessment and potential replacement, old door removal and disposal, hardware installation including deadbolt, cleanup and touch-up, and a warranty on the installation (look for at least one year).

Utah's construction labor market is tight along the Wasatch Front, especially from spring through fall. Scheduling installation during the slower winter months (January through March) can sometimes yield better pricing and faster scheduling, though this means your entry will be open to cold air during the installation.

Hardware, Locks, and Smart Home Add-Ons

Hardware costs are often underestimated because they are itemized separately from the door itself.

Standard Hardware: $75 to $200

A basic entry handle set with a matching deadbolt from brands like Schlage, Kwikset, or Defiant. Includes the door knob or lever, deadbolt, and strike plates. Available in finishes including satin nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, and polished brass.

Upgraded Hardware: $200 to $400

Premium handle sets with more substantial construction, designer aesthetics, and Grade 1 or Grade 2 lock ratings. Brands like Emtek, Baldwin, and Schlage Custom offer higher-end options that elevate the door's appearance and security.

Smart Lock Addition: $150 to $400

Adding a smart lock to your new door is a popular upgrade. Pricing depends on the brand and features. Budget-tier options like the Wyze Lock ($80 to $100) offer basic smart functionality. Mid-range models like the Yale Assure Lock 2 ($200 to $280) and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock ($230) deliver excellent functionality. Premium options like the Schlage Encode Plus ($300 to $350) add Apple Home Key support and Grade 1 security rating.

For a deep dive into which smart locks work with which door types, see our smart lock compatibility guide.

Video Doorbell: $100 to $300

While not part of the door itself, many homeowners add a video doorbell during door replacement since the installer can optimize the doorbell placement and wiring at the same time. Ring ($100 to $200), Google Nest ($150 to $180), and Arlo ($130 to $150) are the most popular brands. Learn more about how a video doorbell fits into your front door security setup.

Hidden Costs Most Estimates Miss

Budget an additional 10% to 20% beyond the quoted price for these commonly missed items.

Painting or staining: $150 to $300. Many doors arrive primed but not finished. This is especially relevant for fiberglass doors that need gel stain and for steel doors in custom colors.

Trim and casing: $100 to $250. If the interior or exterior trim is damaged during removal, or if the new door frame is a slightly different width than the old one, new trim is needed.

Sill pan and flashing: $50 to $100. Proper water management at the threshold requires a sill pan under the frame and flashing where the frame meets the siding. Not all installers include this in their base quote, but it is essential for preventing water damage.

Utah sales tax: 6.1% to 8.85% depending on your city. Utah's combined state and local sales tax applies to both materials and labor for home improvement projects. In Salt Lake City, the combined rate is 7.75%. In Provo, it is 7.25%. In Ogden, 7.35%. This tax on a $2,500 project adds $153 to $221 to your total.

Permit fees: $0 to $150. A straight door replacement in an existing opening typically does not require a permit. However, enlarging the opening for sidelights or a wider door requires a building permit in most Utah municipalities. Fees vary by city but typically run $75 to $150.

HOA review: $0 to $100. If your neighborhood has an HOA, you may need architectural review board approval before changing your front door, especially if you are changing the color, material, or style. Some HOAs charge a review fee.

Ways to Save Without Cutting Corners

Choose steel over fiberglass or wood. For security and resale value, steel delivers the best performance per dollar. You sacrifice some aesthetics but gain the highest ROI.

Buy the door from a home improvement store, hire an independent installer. Big-box stores like Home Depot and Lowe's mark up installation labor significantly. Buying the door at retail and hiring an independent licensed contractor for installation can save $200 to $400 on the same door and quality of work.

Time your project for winter. January through March is the slowest season for Utah door and window contractors. You may get better pricing, shorter wait times, and more scheduling flexibility.

Skip the sidelights. Sidelights add $300 to $1,500 to a project. If budget is tight, a single door with decorative glass in the door panel itself provides natural light at a fraction of the cost.

Invest in frame reinforcement instead of a premium door. A $1,000 steel door with a $100 frame reinforcement kit provides better security than a $2,500 door on a standard frame with short screws.

ROI: What You Get Back at Resale

Front door replacement is consistently ranked as one of the highest-ROI home improvement projects in the United States. According to the Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value report, a steel entry door replacement returns approximately 100% of the project cost at resale, one of only two projects that regularly achieves full cost recovery (the other is manufactured stone veneer).

In Utah's competitive housing market, the ROI may be even higher because buyers along the Wasatch Front are highly attuned to move-in readiness, first impressions carry outsized weight in Utah's family-focused buying culture, and energy efficiency improvements have tangible value given Utah's heating-dominated climate.

A $1,500 steel door replacement that returns $1,500 at resale effectively costs you nothing in the long run, and you get to enjoy the improved security, energy efficiency, and curb appeal for however many years you remain in the home.

Interactive Cost Estimator

Build your own estimate by adjusting the components and quantities below:

Remember that these are estimates to help you budget. Your actual costs will depend on the specific door model, your frame condition, the installer you choose, and your local tax rate. Always get at least three written, itemized quotes before committing.

For a complete guide to choosing the right door material, security features, and smart home integration for your budget, see our comprehensive front door replacement guide.