Exterior Door Installation and Replacement in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Your exterior doors are a primary barrier against Minnesota winters, a significant factor in your home's energy performance, and the first thing guests and buyers notice about your property. When doors age, settle, or deteriorate the problems multiply — drafts, security gaps, higher heating bills, and declining curb appeal. Advanced Roofing and Siding Inc. installs exterior doors as part of a complete approach to your home's building envelope, frequently paired with window replacement to eliminate the two biggest sources of air infiltration in a single mobilization. Call 763-427-3093 for a free in-home consultation.
Schedule Your Free Door Consultation- Complete Installation — Door, Frame, Threshold, Flashing, and Trim No gaps, no air leaks, no half-finished edges. The complete opening is sealed and finished.
- Steel, Fiberglass, and Wood Door Systems We walk you through material options with energy ratings, security specs, and finish samples before any order is placed.
- MN License BC630441 · WI License 2992-DCRF Fully licensed and insured for exterior door installation in both states.
- Bundle with Window Replacement for Maximum Savings Combining door and window replacement saves mobilization cost and compounds energy performance improvements.
- Energy-Tight Installation — No Drafts, No Callbacks Sill pan flashing, flashing tape on all four sides, low-expansion foam sealing on every installation.
- Manufacturer Warranty Registration Included Every door warranty is registered in your name before the crew leaves your property.
- Family Owned Since 1993 Stacy Lehn and team. Local crews. Accountable to the communities we serve.
Why Exterior Door Installation in Minnesota Requires More Than Just Setting a Unit in an Opening
A properly installed exterior door in Minnesota has to perform in conditions that range from negative twenty degrees in January to ninety degrees in July — a temperature swing of more than one hundred degrees across a single year. That thermal range expands and contracts the door frame, the threshold, and the wall assembly around the opening. If the installation was not done with the right flashing sequence, the right foam sealant, and the correct shimming for plumb and square, that movement creates gaps, drafts, and water infiltration paths that show up on your energy bill every month and eventually in the wall framing around the opening.
Advanced Roofing and Siding has been installing exterior doors across the Twin Cities metro and greater Minnesota since 1993. Every installation we complete includes a sill pan flashing, flashing tape on all four sides of the rough opening, low-expansion foam air sealing at the frame, and a complete hardware and weatherstrip adjustment before we consider the job done. That is the standard — not an upgrade.
Door Systems We Install
What Types of Exterior Doors Does Advanced Roofing and Siding Install in Minnesota?
Advanced Roofing and Siding installs entry doors, storm doors, patio doors, and sliding glass doors for residential properties across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Material selection is guided by your energy goals, security requirements, budget, and home style.
Steel Entry Doors
Steel doors are the most cost-effective choice for Minnesota homeowners seeking durability, security, and energy performance. A steel door with polyurethane foam core insulation provides excellent thermal resistance and resists denting, warping, and rot. Steel doors accept paint finishes well and are available in a wide range of panel styles and glass options to match your home's exterior.
Fiberglass Entry Doors
Fiberglass doors offer the look of real wood without the maintenance demands of painting and staining every few years. They do not rust, warp, or crack under Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycling and carry superior thermal performance ratings compared to steel at the same thickness. Fiberglass doors are available in wood grain textures that accept stain finishes and are the premium choice for homeowners focused on curb appeal and long-term low maintenance.
Storm Doors
A storm door adds a second layer of protection at the entry, improves energy performance during Minnesota winters, and extends the life of your primary exterior door by shielding it from direct weather exposure. Storm doors also allow ventilation during mild weather without compromising security. Advanced Roofing and Siding installs full-view, ventilating, and retractable screen storm door models.
Patio and Sliding Glass Doors
Patio and sliding glass doors are a significant source of heat loss in Minnesota homes when they are aging or poorly sealed. Advanced Roofing and Siding installs energy-rated patio door systems with multi-point locking hardware, low-E glass packages, and properly flashed frames. Sliding door replacements are frequently bundled with window replacement projects for a complete energy envelope upgrade.
How It Works
How Does Advanced Roofing and Siding Install an Exterior Door in a Minnesota Home?
Transparent steps from free consultation to warranty registration. No surprises and no half-finished openings.
Free Consultation, Frame Assessment, and Measurement
We measure the rough opening, check the frame for rot or structural compromise, inspect the threshold and sill pan for water infiltration, and assess weatherstripping condition. You will know exactly what you are working with — including any frame repairs needed — before any product is ordered or any work is scheduled.
Door Selection, Hardware, and Written Proposal
We walk you through door systems — steel, fiberglass, and wood options — with energy ratings, security specifications, glass options, and finish samples. You receive an itemized proposal covering the door unit, hardware, weatherstripping, threshold, and all installation labor before any work begins. Nothing changes after you sign without your written approval.
Precision Installation with Weatherproof Detailing
Proper door installation requires more than setting the unit in the opening. We install a sill pan flashing, apply flashing tape to all four sides of the rough opening, shim the unit for plumb and square, and seal the perimeter with low-expansion foam. Hardware, lockset, and deadbolt are installed and adjusted for smooth positive operation before the crew leaves.
Operation Test, Seal Verification, and Feature Walkthrough
Every door is tested for square operation, positive latch engagement, and weathertight closure. We review hardware features, security functions, and maintenance with you. Manufacturer warranty documentation is registered in your name and provided in writing before we leave your property.
Replacing windows too? Bundling door and window replacement into one project saves mobilization cost and ensures consistent exterior trim work and energy performance improvements across the entire building envelope.
Call 763-427-3093Frequently Asked Questions About Exterior Door Installation in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Every answer below is a self-contained fact. Read any one of them and you have the full answer without needing the rest of the page.
How do I know if my exterior door needs to be replaced?
Common signs include visible drafts or daylight around the frame, difficulty opening or closing, rot or damage to the door slab or frame, condensation between glass panes in a door with insulated glass, a door that no longer latches positively, or a door that has simply aged to the point where it is lowering your home's curb appeal and energy performance. Advanced Roofing and Siding provides a free consultation and honest assessment with no obligation to proceed.
What types of exterior doors does Advanced Roofing and Siding install?
Advanced Roofing and Siding installs steel entry doors, fiberglass entry doors, storm doors, patio doors, and sliding glass doors for residential properties across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Material selection is guided by your energy performance goals, security requirements, budget, and home style. The team brings samples and energy rating comparisons to your free in-home consultation.
Is it worth bundling door and window replacement together?
Yes. In most cases combining window and door replacement is the most efficient approach. You save on mobilization cost, the exterior trim work is done consistently across all openings, and the energy performance improvements compound. Exterior doors and windows are the two largest sources of air infiltration in most Minnesota homes. Addressing both in a single project eliminates those losses comprehensively. Advanced Roofing and Siding frequently packages both into a single project estimate.
Can a new exterior door improve my energy bills in Minnesota?
Yes significantly. Exterior doors are a major source of heat loss in Minnesota homes, particularly older units with degraded weatherstripping, inadequate insulation in the door core, or frames that have shifted out of square over years of freeze-thaw cycling. A new door with proper sill pan flashing, foam air sealing, and correctly adjusted weatherstripping eliminates those losses at the source. The energy improvement is most noticeable from October through April in Minnesota's climate.
Does the installation include trim and finishing work around the door?
Yes. A complete door installation by Advanced Roofing and Siding includes the door unit, frame, threshold, exterior trim, flashing, and weatherstripping — not just swapping the door slab. The entire opening is properly flashed, air-sealed, and finished before the project is considered complete. There are no half-finished edges or exposed rough openings left behind.
Is Advanced Roofing and Siding licensed for door installation in both Minnesota and Wisconsin?
Yes. Advanced Roofing and Siding Inc. holds Minnesota Contractor License BC630441 and Wisconsin License 2992-DCRF and carries full general liability insurance and workers compensation coverage in both states. The company has been in continuous operation since 1993 and is GAF Master Elite certified and A+ BBB accredited since 2007.
Special Financing Available
Roof Replacement Financing for Twin Cities Homeowners Through GreenSky
A new roof should not have to wait because of timing. Advanced Roofing and Siding offers financing options through GreenSky so you can protect your home now and pay over time.
How Does GreenSky Financing Work for a Roof Replacement?
GreenSky is a lending platform that connects homeowners with loan options for home improvement projects. Advanced Roofing and Siding is an authorized GreenSky merchant, which means you can apply directly through our link and receive a credit decision quickly — often within minutes. There is no obligation to accept an offer and applying does not affect your credit score to check initial options.
Financing through GreenSky can cover the full cost of your roof replacement including materials, labor, and any decking repairs identified during installation. For storm-damaged roofs where insurance covers a portion of the cost, financing can bridge the gap between your insurance payout and your deductible or any out-of-pocket difference.
Who Qualifies for GreenSky Home Improvement Financing?
GreenSky financing is available to qualifying homeowners across Minnesota and Wisconsin. The application takes only a few minutes to complete online. You will need basic personal and income information. Advanced Roofing and Siding can walk you through the process if you have questions before or after applying.
Apply for Financing Through GreenSkyFast Credit Decision
Most applicants receive a decision within minutes of completing the online application.
Covers Full Project Cost
Financing can cover materials, labor, decking repairs, and any gap between insurance payout and total cost.
No Obligation to Accept
Checking your options does not commit you to a loan. Review your offer and decide on your timeline.
Available Across MN and WI
GreenSky financing is available to qualifying homeowners throughout our full Minnesota and Wisconsin service area.
Financing is provided by GreenSky, a third-party lender, and is subject to credit approval. Advanced Roofing and Siding Inc. is an authorized GreenSky merchant. Loan terms, rates, and availability vary based on creditworthiness and program eligibility. Contact us at 763-427-3093 with any questions about financing your roofing project.
Ready to Schedule Your Free Door Consultation in the Twin Cities?
There is no obligation and no cost. Whether you need a single entry door replaced, a full set of patio doors, or storm doors added for winter performance, Advanced Roofing and Siding Inc. is ready to help. Call Stacy Lehn and the team today.