Patio door cost in Raleigh, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $560 – $5,450
- Per door
- $557 – $5,452
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #201
- 1 = most expensive
A patio door in Raleigh, NC usually costs $560 to $5,450 for 1 door. That works out to about $557 to $5,452 per door before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $300 less. Carpenters earn a median of $24.43 an hour in the Raleigh area, 16% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Raleigh, NC, standard level
$2,050 to $4,000
About $2,025 to $3,984 per door before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $890 | $1,850 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,050 | $4,000 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Raleigh, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $390 | $1,650 | $2,900 | 55% |
| Labor | $170 | $1,350 | $2,550 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $560 | $3,000 | $5,450 | 100% |
What is behind the Raleigh number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 60%, glaziers at 30%, general maintenance and repair workers at 10%. Weighted together, Raleigh wages are 0.85 times the national level. Labor makes up about 45% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Raleigh is at 96.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,700 nationally becomes $1,650 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 98.2: $0 to $0.
Planning more than one job in Raleigh?
Jobs that often go together with patio door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Raleigh wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, garage door comes out highest (−6%) and wood deck lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,100 | −7% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $890 | −7% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,950 – $14,000 | −8% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,500 | −6% |
Raleigh weather and the patio door calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Raleigh Durham Intl Ap (10 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Raleigh are August through June: 11 of 12. Outside them, July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Raleigh gets about 46 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 5 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (5.2 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.8 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 52 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52 | 32 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 56 | 34 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 63 | 40 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Apr | 73 | 49 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 80 | 58 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 66 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 70 | 5.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 69 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 63 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 73 | 50 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 63 | 40 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 34 | 3.4 | Workable |
Cost by quality level and size in Raleigh
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Raleigh. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from one sliding door to two doors.
Basic
$560 to $2,500
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,050 to $4,000
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,500 to $5,450
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $560 – $2,500 | $2,050 – $4,000 | $3,500 – $5,450 |
| two doors | $1,100 – $5,050 | $4,050 – $7,950 | $7,000 – $10,900 |
What local crews earn in Raleigh
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Raleigh the blend is 0.85.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $24.43 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.31 and $29.01 an hour. About 2,680 work in the metro. That is 36.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Glaziers (47-2121), 30% of the weighting: a median of $22.62 an hour, 18% below the US median of $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $21.70 and $27.83 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 1.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 3.8 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.98 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $21.05 and $29.24 an hour. BLS counts 6,330 of them working in the area, 85.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $150 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $100. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 5.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Raleigh-Cary has 743,120 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 41st by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $21.31 | $24.43 | $29.01 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $21.70 | $22.62 | $27.83 | $27.44 | 0.82 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $21.05 | $23.98 | $29.24 | $23.84 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Is Raleigh cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Raleigh. Greenville is the lowest at about $2,850 (midpoint, 1 door), 60 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NCthis page | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | |
| Durham, NC40 miles | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | level |
| Burlington, NC55 miles | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | −1% |
| Fayetteville, NC60 miles | $550 – $5,300 | $2,900 | −3% |
| Greenville, NC60 miles | $540 – $5,200 | $2,850 | −5% |
| Greensboro, NC75 miles | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −1% |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Raleigh ranks #201 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Raleigh is 1% above the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $560 – $5,500 | $3,000 | +1% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −1% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | level |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −1% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $550 – $5,400 | $3,000 | −1% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Raleigh against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $570 – $5,650 | $3,100 | +3% |
| Providence, RI | 714,120 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +10% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | level |
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $570 – $5,750 | $3,150 | +5% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Raleigh bid
Old door removal
Removing and disposing of the old door is $100-$500 extra.
Glass
Low-E, tempered and hurricane-rated glass cost more than basic single-pane glass.
Door type
Sliding glass doors run $1,200-$4,000 installed; exterior French doors $1,300-$5,500; telescoping doors $1,500-$5,000 (HomeGuide).
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Patio door in Raleigh: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Raleigh?
For 1 door, expect $560 to $5,450 in the Raleigh area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,050 to $4,000. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Raleigh?
About $557 to $5,452 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $600 to $6,000.
+Is patio door cheaper in Raleigh or Durham?
Durham is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,000, which is 0% more than Raleigh ($3,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Raleigh?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $3,000. Materials are 55% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Raleigh?
$1,100 to $10,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Raleigh?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $0 for fees in the Raleigh area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Raleigh expensive for patio door compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Raleigh is 1% above the North Carolina statewide estimate ($2,950 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Raleigh?
The BLS median is $24.43 an hour in the Raleigh area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.31 to $29.01.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Raleigh?
For 1 door, basic work runs $560 to $2,500 and premium work $3,500 to $5,450. Basic means: standard vinyl slider, same opening. Premium means: multi-panel or custom door, new opening.
+When is the best time to install a patio door in Raleigh?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through June. February and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Patio door near Raleigh
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does It Cost to Install or Replace Patio Doors? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = HomeGuide's $400-$3,000 for the sliding door itself, matched to the lower part of the $600-$6,000 installed range; labor is the remainder and sits above HomeGuide's $200-$1,000 labor-only figure because the installed range also covers trim, flashing and haul-away.