Professional Installation · All Brands · Orange County, CA
Sliding Door Installation in Orange County, CA
New patio door, interior bypass, or pocket door — Dean's installs all types and brands of sliding doors throughout Orange County. We handle the full job from removal to trim-out, with proper permits when required and workmanship warranty on every installation.
✓ All door types & brands✓ Permit guidance included✓ Full removal & disposal✓ Workmanship warranty
Types of Sliding Doors We Install
From a simple closet bypass replacement to a full patio door installation with new framing, Dean's handles the full range of sliding door installations in Orange County homes and businesses.
Exterior patio sliding doors — Standard 2-panel, 3-panel, and multi-panel configurations. We install doors up to 16 feet wide. If your existing patio door needs repair instead, see our patio door repair service.
Interior bypass doors — Closet, laundry room, and room-divider bypass doors in wood, mirrored, or hollow-core panels.
Pocket doors — Full pocket door installation including framing, header, track, and door panel. Ideal for space-constrained areas.
Screen door installation — Roll-screen and standard screen door additions to existing patio door openings.
Commercial sliding doors — Heavy-duty commercial-grade installations for offices, showrooms, and retail spaces.
Brands We Install in Orange County
We install all major sliding door manufacturers — and can help you choose the right door for Orange County's climate, your home's architecture, and your budget.
Andersen Wood & fiberglass — premium aesthetics and insulation
Pella Wide range of styles and glass options including between-glass blinds
JELD-WEN Affordable quality — wood, vinyl-clad, and aluminum clad options
Permits and California Code Requirements
In Orange County, a building permit is typically required when you're creating a new opening in an exterior wall or making structural modifications to an existing opening. Direct replacement of a sliding door in the same size opening (like-for-like swap) usually does not require a permit from most OC municipalities.
All new sliding door glass we install is tempered safety glass as required by California Building Code Section 2406. Tempered glass is heat-treated to be far stronger than standard glass and breaks into small, safe fragments rather than sharp shards. For exterior doors, we also ensure proper weatherstripping, thermal breaks, and energy-code compliance (Title 24) where applicable. Frames on our aluminum sliding doors use anodized aluminum for superior corrosion resistance in Orange County's coastal environment. We'll advise you on all permit requirements during your free estimate. If the new door also needs upgraded glass such as dual-pane or low-E, we handle that as part of the installation. Thinking about repairing before replacing? See our sliding door repair options.
Our Installation Process
1. Measure & Quote We measure the rough opening, assess the framing, and provide a flat-rate quote covering labor, materials, and disposal of your old door.
2. Door Selection & Sourcing We help you choose the right door (or install your supplied unit). If we source the door, we coordinate delivery with your installation date.
3. Old Door Removal & Prep We remove the old door and frame, inspect the rough opening, repair any rot or damage, and prepare the sill and header for the new installation.
4. Installation & Sealing We set the frame plumb and level, shim, anchor, insulate, and seal against air and water intrusion — a critical step many installers skip.
5. Trim, Hardware & Final Test We install interior and exterior trim, hang the door panel, adjust rollers and lock, and test operation before cleanup and walkthrough.
Sliding Door Installation Cost in Orange County
Installation labor in Orange County typically ranges from $400 to $1,800, depending on the project scope. Door cost is separate unless we're supplying it.
Installation Type
Labor Range
Patio door replacement (like-for-like)
$400 – $750
Patio door with new framing
$750 – $1,400
Interior bypass door install
$400 – $650
Pocket door (new wall framing)
$900 – $1,800
All quotes are flat-rate and confirmed before work begins. Call (949) 899-6446 to schedule your free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
A standard patio sliding door replacement typically takes 3–6 hours. Pocket door installations involving wall framing may take a full day. We'll give you a clear time estimate when we quote the job so you can plan accordingly.
A permit is typically required when creating a new opening in an exterior wall or making structural framing changes. A like-for-like replacement in the same opening usually does not require a permit in most Orange County cities. We'll advise you on your specific situation during the estimate.
We install all major brands including Milgard, Andersen, Pella, JELD-WEN, PGT, and others. We can supply the door as part of the project, or install a door you've already purchased — whichever works best for you.
Yes — this is one of our most common projects. We remove and dispose of your old door and frame, prep the rough opening, install the new unit, insulate and seal, and finish with interior and exterior trim. We leave the site clean.
All new doors we install use tempered safety glass as required by California Building Code. We also offer dual-pane low-E glass upgrades for better insulation and UV blocking — a popular choice in sunny Orange County. We'll walk you through the glass options during your estimate.
Installation labor ranges from $400 to $1,800 depending on the door type, size, and whether structural work is needed. The door itself is an additional cost if we're sourcing it for you. Call (949) 899-6446 for a free on-site estimate with no obligation.
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