Screen Door Cost

• Whether it's for a front, back or side entryway or a sliding patio door, standard-size (32-36 inches wide) plastic and metal screen doors run $35 -$150, while locking metal security screen doors are typically $75 -$200 or more.
• Basic wood-framed screen doors start around $50 -$250 depending on quality, and go as high as $300 -$1,100 or more for carefully crafted models with woods such as oak, mahogany or poplar in elaborate designs ranging from geometric patterns to ocean waves, palms trees, lighthouses and more.
• Standard storm doors average $100 -$300. High-quality all-season storm/screen doors with decorative trim or patterns can run $200 -$750.
• Expect to pay anywhere from $100 -$400 for decent quality retractable screen doors that roll away when not in use, either into a side casing or up overhead. Temporary retractable models that install with Velcro are available for $10 -$50, but are not long-lasting.

• Getting exactly the right size door is crucial to keep insects outside or warmth inside: measure the opening, not the existing door. BobVila.com provides a video on installing a screen door. ThisOldHouse.com explains how to build an elegant wooden screen door from scratch, while WashingtonPost.com gives an overview of what to consider when buying storm doors.
• Screen and storm doors come with a variety of hardware; DoItYourself.com describes the possibilities.

• Standard doorknobs and other hardware is typically is included with screen doors or storm doors, but companies such as ScreenDoors.com offer extras such as upscale locksets for $20 -$170.
• A screen door closer may be included; if not, it might cost an additional $10 -$25.

• Lowe's sells a range of screen and storm doors, and provides installation services.
• Retractable screen door manufacturers include Phantom and Bella. High-end wood doors are available from ScreenDoors.com and WoodenScreenDoor.com.

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