How much does interior door replacement cost in New Brunswick?

Interior door replacement in New Brunswick typically runs $150-$400 per door for basic hollow-core units, $300-$800 for solid wood doors, and $500-$1,200+ for premium solid wood or custom options. These ranges include the door, hardware, and professional installation, though costs vary significantly based on door type, existing frame condition, and regional labour rates.

Material costs make up roughly half your budget. A basic pre-hung hollow-core door starts around $80-$150, while solid wood doors range from $200-$600+ depending on species and style. Pre-hung units (door already mounted in frame) are typically $50-$100 more than slab doors but save considerable installation time. Hardware adds $30-$150 per door — budget hinges and basic locksets on the low end, quality lever handles and decorative hinges on the high end.

Installation complexity drives the other half of your costs. If your existing frames are square, plumb, and in good condition, a carpenter can typically swap a pre-hung door in 1-2 hours at $75-$100 per hour (standard rates across Moncton, Fredericton, and Saint John areas). However, many New Brunswick homes built in the 1970s-1990s have settled foundations or moisture-damaged frames that require shimming, trimming, or complete frame replacement — pushing installation to 3-4 hours per door.

Special considerations for older New Brunswick homes include non-standard door sizes (especially in Loyalist-era and Victorian homes in Saint John's Uptown or Fredericton's historic areas), plaster walls that chip easily during trim removal, and the need to match existing trim profiles. Solid wood doors are particularly popular for heritage home renovations but require experienced installation to prevent warping in our freeze-thaw climate.

Regional pricing variations reflect labour availability — expect costs 10-15% higher in rural areas served by Regional Service Commissions, where fewer contractors mean longer travel times. Northern New Brunswick (Edmundston, Campbellton, Bathurst) may see slightly higher material costs due to shipping distances.

Most homeowners can handle basic door hardware replacement, but professional installation is recommended for pre-hung doors, especially if frame modifications are needed. Poor installation leads to doors that don't close properly, drafts, and premature hardware failure.

Start by measuring your existing door openings — standard sizes are 30", 32", and 36" wide by 80" tall, but older homes often have non-standard dimensions. Get quotes from 2-3 contractors and ask whether they'll handle disposal of old doors (usually $25-$50 extra but worth the convenience).