Cost to Frame a Door Opening
January 2022
| Item details | Qty | Low | High | |
| Door Opening Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for: 36" x 80" frame set for 4 9/16 jamb. Primed, ready for paint. | 6 openings | $791.95 | $886.95 | |
| Door Opening Framing Labor, Basic Basic labor to frame door opening with favorable site conditions. Measure, cut and install wood framed door opening up to 8' wide. Includes header, jack and king stud lumber. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 6 openings | $791.95 | $886.95 | |
| Door Opening Framing Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to frame door opening including: fasteners, connectors and dimensional lumber for openings. | 6 openings | $791.95 | $886.95 | |
| Door Opening Framing Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: Pneumatic framing nailer, 12" miter saw and 3 1/4" electric planer. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 6 openings | $791.95 | $886.95 | |
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
| Totals - Cost To Frame Door Opening | ||||
| Average Cost per Opening | ||||
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For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 6 openings, the cost to Frame a Door Opening starts at $279 - $377 per opening. Actual costs will depend on job size, conditions, and options.
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Cost to Frame a Door Opening - Notes and General Information
These estimates are for BASIC work performed in serviceable conditions by qualified trade professionals using MID GRADE materials. Work not mentioned on this page and/or work using master craftsman, premium materials and project supervision will result in HIGHER COSTS!
These estimates are NOT substitutes for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for accurate assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Door Opening Framing, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Door Opening Framing jobs.
The cost estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surfacing, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing those systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Door Opening Framing. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Door Opening Framing
- Product and Supplies Data: Northcal Online Lumber Store Northcal, Nov 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Surplus Lumber Online Store Surplus Lumber, Nov 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Direct Source for Online Decking and Siding IPE Depot, Nov 2021, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: House Framing Lumber Price List - Wood Baords and Beams Wood Baords and Beams, Nov 2021, Website
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 2: Exterior Walls U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
- Value Engineered Framing, United States Environmental Protection Agency, United States Department of Energy, Dec 2009, Editorial Staff
- Home Care - Improve, Repair, Organize, Maintain, Consumer Reports, Nov 2019, Editorial Staff
- Labor Wages and Costs: CPWAR Construction Cost Book The Center for Construction Research and Training, Nov 2021, Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Nov 2021, Website
Door Opening Framing Budget Management
This infographic highlights decisions and site issues that can cause large cost variances in the typical Door Opening Framing budget.
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