DIY Front Door Replacement (How to Replace a Front Door Step-by-Step)

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Learn how to Replace a Front Door with this DIY Step-by-Step Video!
Replacing the front door on your home is a relatively easy DIY project that can dramatically increase your home's curb appeal. Whether you are replacing your existing front door or installing a front door for the first time on a new construction home, this video will show you every step in the DIY front door replacement process.
For a written front door replacement guide, you can check out my blog linked here: atimprovements.com/front-door...
To replace a front door, you will need to follow these steps:
1. Measure Your Existing Front Door and Purchase a Replacement Door
2. Remove existing front door
3. Prepare The Front Door's Rough Opening for the Installation of a new Front Door
4. Install The Sill Plate at the Base of the Front Door's Rough Opening
5. Install Flashing Around the Front Door's Rough Opening
6. Dry Fit the New Front Door Within the Rough Opening
7. Apply Caulk Sealant to the Sill Plate, Brickmould, etc.
8. Lift the New Front Door in Place Within the Rough Opening
9. Shim the Front Door and Check for Plumb
10. Attach the new front door to the rough opening framing
11. Apply expanding spray foam insulation in the gap between the door and the rough framing
12. Caulk around the Brickmould to prevent water infiltration behind the front door
13. Replace the front door casing on the inside of the home
14. Install a new Door Handle on the front door
15. Paint the Front Door (if desired)
This video will explain each of these step in detail, step-by-step.
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@OscarGomez-fd9kv Жыл бұрын

I’m a certified installer for lowes and Home Depot. Let me tell you, you nailed this on the head! Super great work and very detailed. Thanks for showing everyone how things are done right!

@dylanhowes2885 10 ай бұрын

Why is a certified installer for Home Depot and Lowe’s watching a video on how to install a door 🤔 this just shut assures me not to hire any Home Depot employees. Haha.

@OscarGomez-fd9kv 10 ай бұрын

@@dylanhowes2885 first things first, this came up on my recommendation videos, so if I watch it that’s on me wanting to watch a video not on my level of knowledge for door installs. So that’s up to you man if you want to hire them. I could care less hahahahahaha

@danielparlier3536 10 ай бұрын

@dylanhowes2885 it's professional courtesy. He's not watching cause he doesn't know how to do his job he's watching to see if the other guy knows what they're doing. Which, obviously he does since the guy thanked him for his thoroughness. Doesn't make him unqualified in the slightest.

@bobsundance9297 8 ай бұрын

Any chance you could post the paint brand and color? Really like it!

@joannhall3521 7 ай бұрын

@@dylanhowes2885 what area do you service?

@jgstone83 Жыл бұрын

Great video! After watching this I’ve learned that installing a front door is a pain in the ass and I’m going to pay somebody to do it for me.

@andrewspotts2691 Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@thatdude9096 11 ай бұрын

I'm in the same boat, but I've found out they charge pain in the ass prices as well😂

@chrisashby32 2 ай бұрын

Honestly the door color isn't awful. More unique. I like it.

@karenvonborstel627 7 ай бұрын

I love the color of your door. Doors should speak. Yours does.

@kristinanoall Жыл бұрын

I salute your skills, sir. This is a great video-showed me that this is something I don’t have the tools or skills to do myself! 😂

@grizzlyinvesting Жыл бұрын

the sill pan, the waterproof tape, the OSI caulk, the spray foam insulation. Everything was textbook brother very impressed! You killed it! Love the color of the door and hardware combo.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the support! Thanks for watching!

@jeremiahlove4200 Жыл бұрын

That bit of information really helped me out since I’m in the middle of a remodel and wasn’t aware of the sill pan product. Nice to always learn from your videos 👏

@susiegalen5120 10 ай бұрын

I like your door color! You should have no regrets! Thanks for showing the sill pan and other waterproofing, most other videos skipped that!

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!

@theAKmooseburger Жыл бұрын

What a great video. I now feel confident I can replace my front door.

@franciscomorales8102 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!! I'm about to tackle that project, soo.... had the door for a few months now... you gave me some good tips to follow, appreciate it!

@nocalidude1 Ай бұрын

You're great. I appreciate the time the detail, and please keep going

@JeanJessica 9 ай бұрын

This was the most detailed and easy to understand video I have watched on KZfaq. Thank you so much for your attention to detail and level of excellence.

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate it! I’m glad it was helpful👍

@limpfinger12 2 жыл бұрын

The color looks great. The hardware is great too! Another awesome video!

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support, Matt!

@nmwspam 11 ай бұрын

Yeah the color is entirely awesome. Really draws me in. Love it.

@johnmix9387 Жыл бұрын

You are an EXCELLENT speaker & teacher

@joshhobday3123 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I sold my newer home and purchased a older home, not realizing it needed more work. Luckily for I know how to work with my hands. I’ve learned lots from KZfaq university lol this little 9 minute video didn’t not miss anything

@trizzle1974 Жыл бұрын

Just bought first house, took possession yesterday! Gonna subscribe, and definitely be watching your videos for improvement ideas! Awesome stuff thanks man!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Good luck with all of your DIY project and congrats on the house! Thanks for the support!

@seththomas2661 Жыл бұрын

Very detailed! Thank you man for the tips

@crawdaddy1795 Жыл бұрын

Great job, thank you for the knowledge !

@TheAgentAssassin Жыл бұрын

I can agree drilling through the door for the knob hardware was intimidating for me as well. I almost called someone but did it myself with success. I used the included template which made it super easy.

@KC-qr3wk Жыл бұрын

I love ❤ that color. Works very well with the hardware color

@bigmex8794 8 күн бұрын

This is a great video. Made me subscribe

@greggtownsley Жыл бұрын

Subscribed. Nice video. Very instructive. And you said "iterative." Wowsers.

@sumishower 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, I know how to renovate my old front door. Very useful.

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching 👍

@sumishower 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements Hi, I like your products well and want to know you more, can you follow back?

@BIGRICKLITTLERICK Жыл бұрын

This is a great video! Thanks

@GhostRiderSpiritOfVengeance 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this. I found it very helpful to give me the confidence

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@m.c.4697 Жыл бұрын

Great video and beautiful color on the door. Thanks!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

@TuyenPham-jm5eq Жыл бұрын

Awsome! Thank you.

@melanielong6232 2 жыл бұрын

Super helpful!! Thanks!

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@user-jx4tp2fg7d 9 ай бұрын

Great info! thank you!

@dronesphere1 Жыл бұрын

Great door color!

@user-kp3bl8gq4g 10 ай бұрын

This is by far the best video on KZfaq on exterior door installation. It covered every step along the way. I will say in my house in particular, since it's a bit older, the frame was a VERY tight fit into the side of the house which presented some challenges. It's never as easy as you see online or TV, but that said, this video was the best guide I found.

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped and thanks for watching!

@aztecducky 2 ай бұрын

I'm in the middle of replacing the rear exterior door on my home built in 1985. The gap between the door frame and rough framing is tiny, and my rear siding is basically a reverse of the brick mold shown on this door, where the door frame is hidden by the siding itself. Next step is to cut away all the nails holding the frame on, then I'll be ready to pull the door out. Hopefully the tight fit doesn't present too many challenges!

@45valk 7 күн бұрын

Outstanding

@IshikawaLuv 2 жыл бұрын

Love the color of the door cool!! 🤩👍

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

@jimakcelik6486 4 ай бұрын

Good work Thank you

@juanangel9818 21 күн бұрын

Good work thank u I will try cause of this video

@whiskeyORdie Жыл бұрын

Props, from a dyi'er. I'm gonna do that myself soon. Looks great!!!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it and good luck!

@Mauriceh225 Ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏾

@nukustomz 2 ай бұрын

looks great

@KyleA401 10 ай бұрын

Good job bud

@brianshacklett9882 27 күн бұрын

FWIW, I really like the color.

@marciananton9226 Жыл бұрын

I love the door color.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@Brooklynapoli Жыл бұрын

Very nice 👍🏻

@rolondoscott3997 Жыл бұрын

Good job ✊🏿 I would hire you any day

@jackjr1297 2 жыл бұрын

great video as always. you had me till you said iterative then I had to stop and look it up Haha

@chrisbarry4467 8 ай бұрын

Nice and to the point

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@patricksmith3135 2 жыл бұрын

Love that color.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick!!

@patricksmith3135 Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements Andrew; I had to watch the vid again 'cause I forgot the color! Glad I did as I missed that awesome closet door - the slider or barn door. Beautiful. I really am looking forward to the videos you planned for this summer. Thanks for the reply. Patrick

@stephenzies8867 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@stefthomas5133 9 ай бұрын

I like the colour of the door😊

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! It’s grown on me, too

@jonyoung04 Жыл бұрын

Hi great video. I'm looking to install a front entry door and I'm noticing that some doors have a sill plate that's either flush with the interior flooring (wood, LVP, tile, etc.) or some that are below the flooring which is your case. When you ordered your door, what measurements did you use to measure your rough opening and determine the height of your threshold? Some manufacturers have taller or shorter thresholds so I'd like mine to be as flush with my interior flooring as possible to avoid a tripping hazard. After removing my threshold, the sill plate is flush with my LVP flooring so I'm not sure if I should remove the sill plate to take the rough opening measurement or measure from top of sill plate to bottom of my header. Also what did you use to transition from your threshold to floor for the finishing touch? Thanks!

@thoughtfulcreationsbyhatti305 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@steviesindahouse4903 10 ай бұрын

Hey Andrew! Thanks for this! Personally I really like the colour, and finish, of your new door! Very tasteful, and a nice contrast with its surrounds. Oh, one question I’m sure many others would love to know the answer to too; how long did all of this take, and over how long a period (i.e. x hours total over y days; clearly the weather will influence this)? Cheers, Steve!👌 .. 😀

@paulfranklin333 Жыл бұрын

Great work! I need to replace an exterior backdoor, much the same as this video. How much should I look to pay? Thanks.

@benhighsmith81 Ай бұрын

Great video, thank you! And I really like the color that you chose... what is it called and why do you regret it?

@bongkotngensanga2277 2 жыл бұрын

Cool🤩

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@scott6004 7 ай бұрын

Do you remember what color and sheen you used? It looks great!

@christophereddy4517 7 ай бұрын

You made it look easy. How long did it take you to do? I've got one of these jobs coming up.

@tanyad7894 2 жыл бұрын

I love the door colour! Not sure why you highly regret it.

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

It’s growing on me! All I could think of was the Smurfs when I first painted it. Thanks for watching!

@tanyad7894 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements Ha ha. That's funny. It's not quite the same colour, but since it got stuck in your head, I get it! Lol

@latinmaleaz 2 ай бұрын

great video...would this work for the laundry door needs to be replace...i have to remove all the frame made out of wood sides....top and sides, how do i nail the wood to the concrete? THX.....

@billieblackroot1857 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! Overall, how many days did this take and what was your final budget?

@nocalidude1 Ай бұрын

Do you have an installed video on that barn door we want to do that in the hallway and the condo for the bathroom saves a lot of space

@alanbrown5886 Жыл бұрын

Nice job, I would have insulated under the door though

@jaybat-cj9zz 6 ай бұрын

hey Andrew, thanks for the great video- love that blue!... can you please share the name/Brand of the color you used on this door? TIA

@dumpsterfire6351 9 ай бұрын

👍🏿And that easy I’m in….

@mikedaniels203 11 ай бұрын

Did the trim for the interior portion come with the door or is that something that needs to be putchased separately?

@harrisond8132 9 ай бұрын

Do prehung exterior doors typically have exterior brick molding attached? If so, can it be removed easily? I have ranch molding and not sure the dimensions are the same.

@jasoninreddeer8537 Жыл бұрын

What about replacing a door that doesn't have brickmould and has vinyl j-trim and siding against the jamb?

@ChanKim94 3 ай бұрын

This might be a long shot since the video was made a year ago but I have a question for you. I am trying to replace my front door since it is about 70-80 years old and its very drafty. How do you go about measuring the prehung door frame/mold without taking my door and existing fram apart?

@danielrivas7439 Жыл бұрын

How’d you know what size door? Did you measure just the door? The full set or?

@beniteze04 Жыл бұрын

What is your door color and what brand?

@ebonymims385 Жыл бұрын

Wow

@jssjuly Жыл бұрын

What’s the type of siding on the house? I need to replace some pieces but don’t know what it’s called😅

@ridefitnation 9 ай бұрын

Awesome Video and the door looks great

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@robbro3589 Ай бұрын

Only thing I would add is watch what spray foam you use. There are some that expand more than others.

@techhidotnet 18 күн бұрын

What door model did you buy?

@TripPiper Ай бұрын

How much did the door’s threshold hang over the sill pan?

@Marashm 3 күн бұрын

How do I measure to get the right size to fit inside the frame ?

@ivarsmatisons 5 ай бұрын

Paldies par informaciju 1:17

@flamingtorch807 4 ай бұрын

How did you measure for new door

@robnine 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and love the color on the door! Can you tell me about the house number? Is it DIY or purchased. Where can I get one?

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, Rob! Believe it or not, I actually made that those house numbers with some scrap lumber. Tutorial video is linked here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e5dzirhkxL-4YXk.html

@robnine 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements Thanks man, super cool.

@user-do2jh2bb2q 3 ай бұрын

Home Depot wants $600 in addition to what I paid for the door for the material and labor to install the door! I might try this myself. Is this an average cost?

@nikiemporellis8277 2 ай бұрын

I have had 2 handymen come and not be able to really finish the trim around the door. I have exposed wood on either side so it seems like we’re in the “reveal stage” and there were gaps around the door frame. Do you have any suggestions for I guess working backwards since the door is already installed?

@nikiemporellis8277 2 ай бұрын

To be clear, the door is hung and the exposed wood to button up any of the gaps so that pests/water can’t enter.

@wittttttt 4 ай бұрын

3:48 Is this correct? I thought you should never tape the top. Only the sides and the bottom. Please correct me if I'm wrong...

@nram1 Жыл бұрын

Still trying to find a video showing concrete walls. All have been wood.

@meganpellegrino5493 7 ай бұрын

What is exactly do I need to buy and how much is it roughly

@Ryan-ui1zu Жыл бұрын

i thought almost all exterior door assembly came with sill pan attached to kick plate already. Is this not true?

@Davenport4230 Жыл бұрын

How long does this take? How many hours

@lakewalker Жыл бұрын

I've got an old house with an odd size jamb width. Since I'll have some wiggle room with a 4 1/2" jamb, should I position the new door flush with the exterior or interior?

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Hmmm - I would say put it flush with the exterior since you will want to Seal the gaps from water. Might want to consult with a pro if it's really strange. Thanks for watching! Appreciate the support!

@danielthiede7068 Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements I wonder if I should put on jamb extensions to get me close to flush. I'm a bit confused on what to do with the storm door when it comes to the brick molding that the new door comes with. Do most folks take that off or alter it to get the storm door situated?

@evictioncarpentry2628 Ай бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements Wrong. Flush it with interior. You need to add jamb extensions to the exterior side. Flushing with exterior and then adding extenstion on the inside will cause the door to bind/not fully open.

@dustinspangler956 11 ай бұрын

What door did u use

@kevinbenedict5443 Жыл бұрын

You should have insulated beneath the door..

@fainnball8694 5 ай бұрын

Do you need a sill plate if the floor underneath is concrete?

@oscarmartins5054 5 ай бұрын

You do not need a sill plate on concrete. The door can be placed directly on top of the concrete. Apply door sealant/adhesive on clean concrete and place door into opening. Caulk underneath door sill plate where it meets concrete.