Storm Door Installation in Columbus and Central Ohio

A storm door is not a substitute for a new entry door, it’s an addition in front of it. Transit & Flow Group installs storm and screen doors on existing entry doors across Columbus and Central Ohio to add weather protection, extend the life of the door behind it, and let in light and airflow without opening the house up completely. Enter your entry door type and opening in the Estimate Builder for a preliminary online estimate, or call (614) 382-0000.

Is this the right service for you?

• Your entry door is in fine shape but takes a beating from direct sun, wind-driven rain, or snow, and you want to protect it
• You want to crack the front door open on a nice day without leaving the house exposed
• You’re adding a layer of security, since a locked storm door is one more barrier between the street and your entry door
• You like the look of your current entry door and have no plans to replace it, you just want to extend its life
• You’re pairing this with a new entry door install and want both quoted together

This service is specifically about adding a second door in front of your existing entry door. It is not an alternative to replacing a worn-out entry door itself, and it will not fix rot, drafts caused by a failing entry door frame, or a door that no longer latches properly. If your entry door itself needs work, start with Entry Door Replacement for a straightforward swap, or the broader Entry Door Installation page if you’re not sure what’s wrong with it yet. Many households do both: replace the entry door, then add a storm door in front of the new one, and we’re glad to quote that as a single project.

How pricing works

Storm door installation is priced by door type and the condition of your existing entry door frame.

• The storm door unit ranges from basic aluminum full-view models to heavier, retractable-screen, or decorative units, priced separately from labor.
• Installation labor covers mounting the storm door frame to your existing entry door frame, hanging the door, and adjusting the closer and latch.
• What changes the price: an out-of-square or damaged entry door frame that needs shimming or minor repair before the storm door can be mounted correctly, non-standard door heights or widths, and upgraded hardware like keyed storm door locks.

According to HomeGuide, storm door installation typically costs $200 to $700 including the door itself, with higher-end retractable-screen or decorative units running more. That figure is general market context, not a Transit & Flow quote. Enter your details and photos in the Estimate Builder for a preliminary online estimate. Final scope and price subject to verification on site.

What’s included

• Measurement of your existing entry door opening and frame condition
• Storm door unit set plumb and square against your existing frame
• Closer and latch adjustment for smooth, controlled operation
• Weatherstripping check on the entry door behind it, flagged if it needs attention
• Basic hardware installation (handle set, lock), keyed as requested
• All workmanship is backed by a 1-year labor warranty on labor, parts, and equipment covered per manufacturer terms.

What’s not included

• Entry door replacement or repair itself (quoted separately, see Entry Door Replacement)
• Frame rot repair on the entry door beneath the storm door
• Electrical work for any lighted or smart storm door hardware
• Custom or oversized non-standard openings, which may require special-order units

Why storm doors make sense in Central Ohio

Columbus sees the full range: cold, wind-driven winters, hot and humid summers, and severe spring storms that push rain sideways into west- and south-facing entries. A storm door absorbs a lot of that punishment before it reaches your entry door, which matters most on doors without a deep porch overhang, common in newer subdivisions around Dublin, New Albany, and Grove City where entries sit closer to the elements. In older neighborhoods like German Village and Clintonville, a storm door with a full glass panel also lets natural light into a foyer that the original entry door design didn’t account for. It’s a relatively small investment that measurably extends how long the entry door behind it looks and performs well.

Our process

1. Build your estimate. Tell us your entry door type, opening size, and what you want from the storm door (protection, airflow, light, security) in the Estimate Builder, or call (614) 382-0000.
2. Measure visit. We confirm your entry door frame is square and sound enough to mount a storm door correctly.
3. Order and schedule. We confirm the unit and get you on the schedule; same-day availability may be available depending on the week.
4. Installation day. Most storm door installs are completed in a few hours.
5. Final adjustment. Closer tension, latch alignment, and a walkthrough of how to operate and maintain it.

Services completed by appropriately qualified professionals where required.