# Door Replacement Contractors: Los Angeles, CA | Remodel Your Home

> Compare trusted door replacement contractors in Los Angeles, CA, read real homeowner reviews, and get Los Angeles-specific prices and expert advice.



## Find Your Door Replacement Contractor Match

You’re ready to replace your exterior doors. Now it's time to find a qualified Los Angeles contractor and understand local considerations that could impact your project. Explore expert door replacement advice and read contractor reviews from real homeowners.

Provider information and all relevant data are maintained by Remodel Your Home's editorial research team. [Learn about our editorial standards](/editorial-standards/index.md).

On this page

- [Door Replacement Project Overview](#project-overview)
- [What Los Angeles’s Climate Means for Your Door Replacement](#local-climate)
- [Door Replacement Project Costs in Los Angeles](#cost-by-project)
- [What Drives Los Angeles Door Replacement Costs?](#why-cost)
- [Door Replacement Permitting in Los Angeles](#permitting)
- [Door Replacement Contractors in Los Angeles Ranked by Homeowners](#top-companies)
- [Door Replacement Contractors in Surrounding Communities](#surrounding-communities)
- [How Remodel Your Home Matching Works](#how-it-works)
- [Bundling Projects? See Other Services in Los Angeles](#other-services)
- [Frequently Asked Questions](#faq)
- [All Door Replacement Resources](#more-resources)
- [Find My Match](#find-my-match)

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## Door Replacement Project Overview

If you're replacing entry doors, the most common options are steel, fiberglass, and wood. For patio doors, sliding doors and french doors are also popular. If the door frame has rotted or shifted but the door itself is still in good condition, you may be able to replace the door frame and keep the existing door.

Wondering about return on investment? Explore the [home improvement ROI guide](/home-improvement-roi/index.md).

## What Los Angeles’s Climate Means for Your Door Replacement

**Los Angeles climate:** mild, dry summers, wildfire risk in foothill zones.

Coastal moisture in the Pacific Northwest favors fiberglass and steel over wood for entry doors; in California's drier and wildfire-prone markets, ask about fire-rated door assemblies where required by local code.

## Door Replacement Project Costs in Los Angeles*

Door Replacement in Los Angeles usually runs $1,100–$6,600 for a standard project on an average home. That is higher than the average national rate, because labor costs are higher in Los Angeles. The table below compares national averages with typical Los Angeles pricing.

Door Replacement cost by project type in Los Angeles, CA

| Project type | National range | Los Angeles estimate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steel Entry Door | $1,100–$2,300 | $1,144–$2,392 |
| Fiberglass Entry Door | $1,600–$3,800 | $1,664–$3,951 |
| Wood Entry Door | $3,900–$6,600 | $4,055–$6,863 |
| Sliding Patio Door | $1,700–$3,100 | $1,768–$3,223 |
| French Patio Door | $1,700–$3,100 | $1,768–$3,223 |
| Door Frame Replacement | $200–$650 | $208–$676 |

*All cost estimates on this page are planning estimates, not quotes. Actual costs vary by location, project scope, materials, site conditions, and contractor. [See methodology and sources.](/how-we-calculate-costs/index.md)

## What Drives Los Angeles Door Replacement Costs?

Installed cost in Los Angeles runs roughly **4% above** the national average for this trade. Here's how we got to that number.

Project costs include three main components: labor, materials, and overhead. Material ships at national prices no matter where you live, and overhead is fairly consistent as well. So the main pricing difference between metro areas is labor costs. This is why a quote from a high-wage metro is rarely as far above the national average as people expect.

To get Los Angeles labor costs, we compared the average hourly wage in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA area to the national average hourly wage for this trade. (source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025)

We found that the local trade wages sit about **20% above** the national figure. Labor costs typically make up about **20%** of a door replacement project cost, so the weighted difference between Los Angeles and national averages is **+4%**. [See methodology and sources.](/how-we-calculate-costs/index.md)

## Door Replacement Permitting in Los Angeles

Permit complexity Simple Moderate Complex Permit complexity in Los Angeles is rated complex.

It depends on the scope of your project, so you should talk to the permitting authority to find out what your project needs. In general, Los Angeles permitting is complex compared to other metros we cover.

Permitting for building goes through LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Online at ladbs.org. Coastal Commission rules apply in beach areas.

You should ask each contractor if they pull the permits for you and if the fee for pulling permits is included in their quote. Also, tell them you need to see the written, approved permit before work starts.

California requires a state license for door replacement work. ([source](https://www.cslb.ca.gov/resources/guidesandpublications/descriptionofclassifications.pdf), verified as of 2026-08-12)  [What that means and how to verify a contractor in California →](/doors/replacement/ca/index.md)

## Door Replacement Contractors in Los Angeles Ranked by Homeowners

One door replacement company in our network has confirmed coverage in Los Angeles. It is listed below with its real customer rating: a single partner, not a shortlist. [See our Editorial Standards.](/editorial-standards/index.md)

Renewal by Andersen

★★★★★ 4.7 [Google · Torrance, CA location (1,304 reviews)](https://www.google.com/maps/place/x/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x80c2b46039912329:0x3c65df3db1eb2fab) as of August 2026

Renewal by Andersen has replaced more than 12 million windows in nearly two million homes.

![Remy](/images/remy/face-6aa3719e.png) Remy's Take

Renewal by Andersen is consistently reviewed as a premium replacement door provider, offering Ensemble® Entry Doors and Andersen® Patio Doors. The door-specific reviews echo the window ones almost exactly: homeowners often highlight the installation experience, noting that crews arrived on time, were professional and courteous, and paid close attention to fit and finish. Many reviewers point to the customized fit, quality of the finished product, and the warranty service experience, for those who used it, as reasons they feel the investment is worthwhile.

[Learn More About Renewal by Andersen →](/renewal-by-andersen-doors-review/index.md)

## Door Replacement Contractors in Surrounding Communities

We match contractors serving Los Angeles and surrounding communities, including:

Silver Lake Los Feliz Pasadena Glendale Burbank Santa Monica Torrance Long Beach

Contractor service areas vary rather than following ZIP-code lines, so your community may still be covered even if it is not listed above. Start your match to see the options for your project and location.

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## Bundling Projects? See Other Services in Los Angeles

We match homeowners in Los Angeles across every major exterior and interior trade. You get the same simple, free, no-obligation service for every project. If you're planning more than one project, it's worth requesting a combined quote if the contractor offers both types of work. This can sometimes make a project more affordable.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### How much does door replacement cost in Los Angeles, CA*?

Door Replacement in Los Angeles typically runs $1,100–$6,600. That's about 4% above the national average for this trade in this metro.

### Do I need a permit for door replacement in Los Angeles?

Permitting for building goes through LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Online at ladbs.org. Coastal Commission rules apply in beach areas. Requirements depend on the scope of your project, so confirm what yours needs with your city or county building department before work starts.

### When is the best time of year for door replacement in Los Angeles?

Spring (April–June) is the strongest stretch for exterior work. Wet-season projects run on shorter dry spells, so crews schedule around the forecast. Book earlier and expect more flexible start dates.

### I'm looking for door replacement contractors in Los Angeles, CA, but I'm not in Los Angeles proper? Can these contractors help me?

Yes. In general, contractors cover a defined service area, not a ZIP code. A company working one side of the metro will usually quote the other, so go ahead and find your match even if your area isn't listed.

[See the Los Angeles communities we cover →](#surrounding-communities)

### How can I learn about door replacement in other California metro areas?

We offer localized ratings and pricing for 8 other California metro areas:

- [Bakersfield](/doors/replacement/ca/bakersfield/index.md)
- [Fresno](/doors/replacement/ca/fresno/index.md)
- [Modesto](/doors/replacement/ca/modesto/index.md)
- [Riverside](/doors/replacement/ca/riverside/index.md)
- [Sacramento](/doors/replacement/ca/sacramento/index.md)
- [San Diego](/doors/replacement/ca/san-diego/index.md)
- [San Francisco](/doors/replacement/ca/san-francisco/index.md)
- [San Jose](/doors/replacement/ca/san-jose/index.md)

[Explore all California door replacement markets →](/doors/replacement/ca/index.md)

## All Door Replacement Resources

Choosing a door replacement contractor in Los Angeles comes down to a few important questions: what it costs, who does it well, how to pay for it, and what to ask before you sign. The resources below cover those and the rest of the decision.

[How Much Does Door Replacement Cost in 2026? →](/door-replacement-cost/index.md)[Cost calculator →](/doors/cost-calculator/index.md)[Best Door Replacement Companies of 2026 →](/best-door-replacement-companies/index.md)[Door Replacement Contractors Near Me →](/door-replacement-near-me/index.md)[How to Finance Door Replacement: 5 Options Compared →](/door-replacement-financing/index.md)[6 Signs You Need to Replace Your Door (Not Just Repair It) →](/door-replacement-signs/index.md)[Best Entry Door Brands: Material, Warranty and Glass Compared →](/articles/best-entry-door-brands/index.md)[How Long Does Door Replacement Take? →](/articles/door-replacement-timeline/index.md)[How to Negotiate Door Replacement Pricing (Without Overpaying or… →](/articles/negotiate-door-replacement-price/index.md)[Entry Door Security: What Lock Grades and Features Actually Matter →](/articles/entry-door-security-features/index.md)[How to File an Insurance Claim for Door Damage From Storms or… →](/articles/door-damage-insurance-claim/index.md)[Energy-Efficient Entry Doors: What Actually Cuts Your Energy Bills →](/articles/energy-efficient-entry-doors/index.md)[Fiberglass vs. Steel Entry Doors: Which Should You Choose? →](/articles/fiberglass-vs-steel-entry-doors/index.md)[Sliding vs. French Patio Doors: Which Is Right? →](/articles/sliding-vs-french-patio-doors/index.md)[Door Replacement vs. Refinishing: How to Decide →](/articles/door-replacement-vs-refinishing/index.md)[Prehung vs. Slab Door: Which Should You Buy? →](/articles/prehung-vs-slab-door/index.md)[Full-Frame vs. Insert Door Replacement Compared →](/articles/full-frame-vs-insert-door-replacement/index.md)

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