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Dear James: Our swinging doors use a lot of wall space when open. Our house is small, so we want to install sliding or folding doors. Which design is better and how are they installed? - Marcia L.

Whether you want to replace an existing door or cut a hole in a wall and install a new doorway, there is a wide range of door styles and types to choose from. We've gathered all the tips you need to ...

The typical range for door installation costs is $496 to $1,804, with a national average price of $1,115. Factors affecting door installation costs include the door placement, size, type, and material ...

Q: It’s high time I install an automatic garage door opener. I have a two-car garage with a metal door in hinged sections. How do I get started? A: For your door, I recommend buying a ...

Dear Pat: I am planning to install a new door for atwo-car garage. I have read through many installation instructionsonline and have an idea how to do it. Do you have any special tipsyou have learned ...

Before you go out to buy your materials, check the door to make sure the draft isn’t caused by loose hinge screws. Lift the door by the doorknob to check for loose hinges. If the door moves upward, ...

Dear Dennis: The handle on the screen door, especially one leading to the backyard, often gets more abuse than other doors. It is used more by the kids, often carrying things, and it fatigues and ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...