Frequently Asked Questions
Quality & Craftsmanship
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All doors and hardware we offer are above big-box store quality. Our showroom features a curated selection we trust and use regularly.
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Not at our Middletown location. Most doors come from high-quality manufacturers. For truly custom work, we partner with trusted small-shop craftsmen.
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Yes. Off-menu, we can source virtually any brand available on the market and help you decide if it’s the right fit.
Trust, Process & Peace of Mind
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Because doors are sensitive to real-world conditions. The assessment allows us to verify measurements and details so you get the right solution, not a guess.
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Only if you want us to take measurements or confirm specifications. If you provide complete measurements and specs, we can supply doors or hardware without an assessment.
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No. The deposit is non-refundable, but we’ll help make sure an assessment is the right next step before scheduling. There’s no obligation to proceed afterward.
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Yes. Our work is planned, professional, and documented. We take photos, explain what we’re doing, and set expectations clearly before any work begins.
Pricing & Cost Clarity
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Free consultations are available in the showroom, by phone, or on Zoom. Formal quotes are provided after an on-site assessment with a $295 non-refundable deposit. There is no obligation to move forward.
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It covers time and travel to evaluate your door in place, verify conditions, and prepare an accurate written quote.
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Costs vary by service. During your free consultation, we’ll explain the standard service options and typical price ranges so you can decide whether it makes sense to move forward.
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Quotes are valid for 30 days. We can update pricing if you need more time.
About Classic Door
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Classic Door is owned by Cody and Allyson Harple. They are involved in the day-to-day operation of the business and are often in the showroom or on site.
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Yes. Classic Door is based in Middletown, Rhode Island. We work with homeowners and builders in the surrounding area and partner with local tradespeople, craftspeople, and suppliers whenever possible.
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Our showroom is new. The experience is not. Our work is based on years of hands-on experience with doors, hardware, and residential projects, including older and historic homes. We focus specifically on doors — how they fit, function, and perform over time.
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You’ll work directly with our team. Homeowners and builders are welcome to visit the showroom, meet the owners, and talk through a project in person.
Quick Questions
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No, not at our Middletown location. We supply high-quality manufacturer-built doors and work with small-shop craftsmen for fully custom doors.
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Consultations are free. Formal quotes require an on-site assessment with a $295 non-refundable deposit. Quotes are valid for 30 days.
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Not automatically. Doors can be pre-finished by the manufacturer or finished by a trusted local subcontractor. We’ll include this clearly if needed.
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Only if you want us to take measurements or confirm specifications. If you provide complete specs, we can supply doors or hardware without an assessment.
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Standard doors are typically 4–8 weeks. Custom doors are 8–12 weeks. Exterior doors, glass, special shapes, and prefinishing take longer. Installation is often scheduled after delivery.
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Yes. Bring your measurements and specs. We can help in person or remotely.
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No. Most doors are built to order. If timing matters, we’ll help find the most readily available option.
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We offer a curated showroom selection and can source off-menu brands as needed.
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No. The deposit is non-refundable, but there’s no obligation to proceed, and we’ll confirm it’s the right next step before scheduling.