French Doors

Sarasota-Based Advanced Home Window and Doors Installs Premium Patio Doors for Homeowners Throughout Southwest Florida

Benefits of Installing French Doors

Elegant & Timeless
Design

French doors add a touch of sophistication and charm, making them a perfect choice for homeowners looking to elevate their space.

Expanded
Natural Light

With large glass panels, French doors allow ample natural light to flood your home, creating a brighter and more inviting interior.

Versatile Opening
Configuration

Ideal for creating wide, unobstructed openings, French doors are a fantastic alternative when pocket doors are not an option.

Seamless
Indoor-Outdoor
Connection

Perfect for patios, balconies, or garden spaces, French doors blend indoor and outdoor areas effortlessly, enhancing the flow of your home.

Charlotte County’s #1 rated Exterior Door Installation Company

You can greatly improve the curb appeal and property value of your home with a beautiful new front entryway door!

With over 15 years of home improvement experience, our exterior door installation company proudly serves Sarasota and Charlotte counties. We specialize in exterior renovations, including window replacement. Choose the materials, color, style, and decorative accents for your project. We have skilled carpenters who can craft custom designs for residential services. We guarantee superior results and complete satisfaction. We’ll work with you to create an appearance that best suits the architecture of your home.

Let our expert door contractors remodel the exterior of your Florida home. Our local company also provides window replacement and installation services. Every one of our door contractors is fully licensed and insured. We can frame out and build a new entrance or change out an existing one. Our goal is to enhance the visual appeal of your property and increase its value. In business for ten years, our door contractors have over 15 years of combined experience.

With skilled craftsmanship, we specialize in front entryways and custom designs. Select from fiberglass, wood, or steel for the most durable exterior door installation. These strong materials easily handle the Florida weather and heat. Our expert contractors add trim, transom beams, top windows, and sidelights. Choose the type of glass you want to pair with your front door installation or replacement. Include our window services for a full exterior remodel of your residence. Our expert contractors can install a storm door with a screen for added protection.

Types of Exterior Doors We Install

As a trusted local door and window company, we are here to consult and install your next remodeling project. We specialize in residential services that transform properties.

Request a free consultation today on any type of window or door installation in Sarasota or Charlotte counties. Please call for a free in-home quote or fill out the form on this page. We look forward to hearing from you! Here are the common types of doors we install:

Protect your Sarasota house from the elements with a second exterior door. Select a style with a screen to improve ventilation and airflow inside. Storm door installation makes homes more energy-efficient and adds insulation. The top-rated material is aluminum, which doesn’t pair well with steel. Other storm doors are made of fiberglass or wood. These materials cost more but offer better durability.

Standard layouts feature a pair of panels with numerous glass panes. The broad framework and grille deliver a magnificent presentation with accentuated hardware. Choose interior or exterior French door installation for your Sarasota home. The hinged style can swing in or out based on the free space. French doors are perfect for patios and sunrooms. The glass panes let natural light in and add an elegant connection between areas. French doors also come in single panels and telescopic layouts in various materials.

Choose a sliding or hinged patio door for your Sarasota residence. Materials include vinyl, fiberglass, aluminum, steel, and wood. Patio door installation often features two large glass panels. Sunlight enters the home and conserves energy. Hinged patio doors can swing into a room or onto the outdoor areas. For smaller spaces with limitations, sliding entryways are the best choice. To enjoy the fresh air and keep insects out, patio screen doors are perfect.

Both hinged and sliding doors come with screens as an option to allow air into homes. Having more ventilation and sunlight will lower energy bills. Screen door installation is a barrier that prevents bugs from coming into houses. The entryways offer a view of the outdoors and give easy access to a patio, deck, or yard. Screens are often found in storm and patio doors.

Many homes require custom specifications for their exterior or entryway door to match the house aesthetic. Custom doors means that special styles, features, and finishes can be added to suit your needs. Call us today for a free estimate, and we can come out for a consultation and take measurements for your new custom door.

Easily access your deck or yard with sliding glass door installation. Our contractors place the tracks, rollers, and glass panels into the entryway. We also can add a screen to the sliding door to help with ventilation and keep insects from coming into your home. Vinyl and aluminum provide two affordable options with safety glass. Fiberglass sliding door installation costs more but has a longer lifespan.

Our door installation company in Englewood, FL services other areas of properties. We replace entryways inside garages connected to a house.

Your Questions Answers

French Doors FAQs

What are the benefits of French doors?

Advanced Home Window and Door used PFT French Doors, which are desired for their elegant design and ability to let a large amount of light into a room. They’re popular because they conveniently incorporate outdoor decks & patios into your living space while adding timeless appeal.

How are French doors constructed?

“A French door is built of multiple lites, or full-length pieces of glass. Decorative grills can be embedded in between double-pane glass or superimposed on top of a single pane of glass in the door. For an elegant touch, decorative patterns are cut into the glass.
Typically, French doors are installed to open toward the inside of the house with both sides of the door opening as opposed to only one.”

Do French doors allow light inside your home?

Yes. Our French doors are coveted for their visual grace and ability to let light into the room even when the door is closed. They give a room an open-air look and improves access between indoor and outdoor spaces.

What are French doors?

French doors are a style best known for their long window panes trailing the entire door. They are considered a type of patio door, though both panels pivot on hinges like a conventional door. French doors add beauty and elegance while allowing more natural light into your home.

How do you measure French doors?

To measure french doors, begin by measuring at the inside of the door opening. Next, measure all dimensions of the door frame, including the width, length, and height. Because both doors open individually, you’ll also need to measure the width of the doors swing.

How do you lock French doors?

To lock your French doors, use the Window World Multi-point lock system for an additional layer of security.

Do French doors have screens?

French doors do not normally include screens, as they are not included in the original design. However, you may add a screen to your French door so they can be left open without allowing insects to enter your home.

Do French doors open in or out?

French doors can be installed to open either inward or outward. When you choose Advanced Home Window and Door for your installation, we set your doors to open inward for a smooth transition from room to room.

How do you hang curtains on French doors?

To add curtains to your French doors, you’ll need to first find curtains that exceed the length of the windows. Otherwise, you follow the normal process of installing a curtain rod and attaching the curtains to the rod.

What Our Customers Say

Hear from those who have experienced our exceptional services.

5 Over 155 Reviews

DJ 2 weeks ago

This company is by far the best company we have ever worked with! Dawn was incredibly helpful, and always answered our calls. Al kept us on track with a clear timeline, and the crews all did a fantastic job. Fred and AL sealed the deal for us. Keep up the great work, and thank you for your excellent service!

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Michael McKnight 2 weeks ago

We recently had 10 windows and 2 doors replaced by Advanced Home Window and Door, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the experience. We'd give them 10 stars if we could — but since that's not an option, an enthusiastic 5 stars it is!
From start to finish, the entire process was seamless. The installation crew was a genuine pleasure to work with — courteous, professional, and impressively efficient. They took great care of our home, leaving the property just as clean as when they arrived. No mess, no fuss, just outstanding workmanship.
Al, along with his sales and office staff, were equally wonderful — helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with at every step of the process. It's clear this company takes pride not just in their work, but in the entire customer experience.
If you're considering new windows or doors, look no further. We wholeheartedly recommend Advanced Home Window and Door — you will not be disappointed. Thank you to the whole team — you truly are AWESOME!

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Lisa VonDach 3 weeks ago

Got hurricane proof windows and they are stunning! Very professional from giving me an estimate to installation. I would highly recommend them if you need new windows.

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Spencer D 3 weeks ago

We had Advanced Home Window and Door replace several sets of sliding glass doors along with most of the windows in our home with impact glass, and the entire experience was excellent.
From start to finish, their team was professional, reliable, and easy to work with. The installation quality really stood out. Everything was done carefully and with attention to detail, and the finished product looks great. It’s not easy to find contractors who deliver on both quality and reliability, but they absolutely did. I would highly recommend Advanced Home Window and Door to anyone considering new windows or doors.

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Brian Reichenberger 3 weeks ago

We used Advanced Window and Door for our big project of replacing every exterior window and door with impact resistant windows and doors. Al did a great job explaining their installation process, he helped us pick out the perfect windows and doors that fit our style. The installers, MJ and Ronnie, were total pros. They were friendly and kept the home clean during the installation. They made sure every window and door fit correctly. Al did all the follow up when the project was complete, making sure we were completely satisfied. We would recommend Advanced Window and Door.

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Lisette Crnkovic 4 weeks ago

The first contact with the Co, was Dawn..she was so nice and answer all my questions about my new sliding door...Just talking
with her I already knew I will take my businesses there...
First impression is so important...
Fred came to see me and give me more detail and also very friendly
and Al came for the last mesurement ..everything was going well
and MJ Team arrive in time and did excellent work
Ronnie knew exactly what he was doing cause my old door
was crooked and fix everything perfect...
And to the end with Jessie who came for adjusted my door
who was hard to open and took all the time to fix it
perfectly..
I recommend That company if you want a excellent work
and friendly people you have to call them..
Thanks to everyone for your excellent service..went ready for windows will call you back..

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Lisette 4 weeks ago

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Debbie Gericke 1 month ago

We had a 3 bids and chose Advance not only because of pricing but mainly product was the best. The install was fabulous and we are very satisfied with the end result

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Jennifer Cestero 1 month ago

We hired Advanced Home Window and Door to replace 7 windows and 1 sliding glass door at our home. Everyone was polite and professional from the salesman who came out on a Sunday, to the installers, the office staff, and the finishing crew. The owner, Al Salazar, really seems to care about his customers and his employees. When we started the project, Al personally came out to measure our windows and answer our questions. He also stopped by during the installation to make sure everything was going as planned. If you're looking for a company with integrity who cares about giving a great product at a reasonable price, this is it! Our windows look great and work great, and the hurricane impact-resistant glass helps us to feel safer too.

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Choose Advanced Home Window and Door for Professional Installation & Customer Experience

Installation is key to ensuring your replacement windows perform flawlessly as intended. Even the highest quality products can underperform if not installed correctly. At Advanced Home Windows and Door, our team consistently rises above the rest. Why?

We use our own factory-trained and highly experienced team – not subcontractors.

We take extra measures to protect the home during the installation process.

We maintain constant communication with our clients from start to finish.

Our lifetime warranty covers our installation work – not just the windows.

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