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Completed Project

Therma-Tru Full Lite Front Door Replacement in Berkeley, CA

Completed by AMG Doors & Windows

  • Licensed, Insured & Bonded
  • CSLB #1001536
  • Direct Dealer Pricing
  • 15-Year Workmanship Warranty
  • Premium Manufacturer Warranties

Project Snapshot

At a glance

Service

Front Door

Brand

Therma-Tru

City

Berkeley, CA

County

Alameda County

Project Type

Full Lite Front Door Replacement

Product Line

Smooth-Star®

After

After the install

The finished front door as it stands today in Berkeley, CA.

Before

What the homeowner started with

Original condition documented at the consultation and on day one of the install.

Project Story

Therma-Tru Smooth-Star Full Lite Front Door Replacement in Berkeley, CA

Professional full lite front door replacement in Berkeley, CA featuring Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® with composite jamb system for improved durability and moisture resistance.

1. Project Overview

The service, brand, and reason for replacement

Professional full lite front door replacement in Berkeley, CA featuring Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® with composite jamb system for improved durability and moisture resistance.

2. Homeowner Pain Points

What the homeowner was dealing with

Existing front entry door needed replacement due to aging materials, durability concerns, and desire for improved curb appeal, natural light, and long-term performance.

3. AMG Solution

What AMG Doors & Windows installed

New Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® full lite front door replacement professionally supplied and installed by AMG Doors & Windows.

Local Insight

Common Front Door Problems We See in Berkeley Homes

Many Berkeley homes deal with older front doors that no longer seal, latch, or protect the home properly. Common issues include visible daylight around the frame, drafts near the threshold, sticky locks, misaligned hardware, rotted jambs or trim, outdated curb appeal, poor insulation, and doors that no longer feel secure. AMG Doors & Windows helps Berkeley homeowners replace aging front entries with complete door systems designed for long-term security, weather sealing, and curb appeal.

What We Installed

What AMG Doors & Windows installed

For this Berkeley front door replacement, AMG installed a complete pre-hung entry door system. Full-system replacement is important because the slab, frame, threshold, weatherstripping, sweep, hinges, and hardware preparation are engineered to work together for a long-lasting seal and proper security alignment.

Product LineTherma-Tru Smooth-Star®
Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® full lite exterior door system
Composite jamb system for improved durability and moisture resistance

4. Installation Details

How AMG installed this front door

Installation included full-unit replacement of the pre-hung Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® entry — composite or treated jamb where required, sill support and sill pan flashing, low-expansion foam in the rough opening, exterior sealant and weather sealing at the brick mould or trim, interior casing, hardware bore and strike alignment, weatherstripping, sweep, and final adjustment for a tight, square, weather-tight seal.

5. Final Result

The improvement for the homeowner

The finished result is a stronger first impression for the Berkeley home — better curb appeal, smoother operation, a tight weather seal at the threshold and jambs, upgraded hardware feel, and a more secure entry backed by manufacturer and AMG workmanship warranties.

Why we recommended this product:

Therma-Tru Smooth-Star® was selected for its durable fiberglass construction, energy efficiency, clean modern appearance, and compatibility with composite jamb systems that resist swelling, rot, and moisture-related failure.

Frequently Asked

Questions about this project

How long does a front door replacement take in Berkeley, CA?+

Most Berkeley front door replacements are completed in a single day, including removal of the old door, prep of the rough opening, installation of the new pre-hung system, weatherstripping, hardware, and finish trim.

Why replace the whole front door system instead of just the slab?+

The slab, frame, threshold, weatherstripping, sweep, hinges, and hardware are engineered to work together. Replacing the complete pre-hung system gives a much better seal, alignment, and security than swapping only the slab onto an aged frame.

What warranty comes with a Therma-Tru front door project from AMG Doors & Windows?+

Every Berkeley front door project we install carries the manufacturer's product and finish warranty plus AMG Doors & Windows' 15-year workmanship warranty on the installation itself.

Is AMG Doors & Windows licensed for front door work in Berkeley and Alameda County?+

Yes — AMG Doors & Windows is a licensed, insured and bonded California contractor (CSLB #1001536) installing front door throughout Berkeley, Alameda County, and the greater Bay Area.

How do I get a quote for a front door project like this in Berkeley?+

Schedule an in-home design consultation with AMG Doors & Windows. We'll review the opening, measure on site, walk through product and finish options, and provide written direct dealer pricing — no obligation.

Planning a similar project in Berkeley or the Bay Area?

Schedule an in-home measurement and design consultation with AMG Doors & Windows. We'll review your opening, walk through product and finish options, and provide written direct dealer pricing — backed by our 15-year workmanship warranty.

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