Pocket Door Installation Costs

Understand the factors influencing expenses to plan your project effectively and ensure a smooth installation process.
Door Material and Finish
Door Material and Finish

Different materials and finishes can significantly affect the price, from basic wood to high-end custom designs.

Installation Complexity
Installation Complexity

The difficulty of installation varies with wall structure, space constraints, and existing door openings.

Additional Features
Additional Features

Options like soft-close mechanisms, decorative trims, or hardware upgrades influence the overall cost.

ComponentAverage Cost
Basic Pocket Door Installation$600 - $1,200
Custom Door Materials$300 - $2,000
Labor for Framing and Mounting$200 - $600
Hardware and Tracks$100 - $400
Finish and Painting$100 - $300
Structural Reinforcement$150 - $500
Electrical Work (if needed)$50 - $200
Additional Features (soft-close, decorative trims)$100 - $500

Budget considerations should include not only the door itself but also labor, hardware, finishing, and potential structural adjustments. Planning for these elements ensures a seamless installation process and long-lasting performance of the pocket door system.

Inside the Pocket
Inside the Pocket

Costs associated with installing the pocket cavity and internal hardware mechanisms.

Door Hardware
Door Hardware

Pricing for handles, locks, and soft-close mechanisms inside the pocket door system.

Finish Work
Finish Work

Expenses related to painting, staining, or finishing the door for aesthetic appeal.

Related ServicesAverage Cost
Sliding Barn Door Installation$700 - $2,500
Interior Door Replacement$300 - $1,200
Wall Framing for Doors$200 - $800
Door Hardware Upgrade$50 - $300
Custom Wood Door Fabrication$1,000 - $4,000
Door Frame Repair$150 - $600
Pocket Door Track Replacement$150 - $400
Interior Door Painting$100 - $300
Door Lock Installation$50 - $200
Wall Opening Enlargement$250 - $1,000

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