Ada County, Idaho
French Doors in Boise, ID
Idaho's capital, from the historic North End to the Foothills
Hinged French doors fit Boise's character-rich streets in a way a sliding track never quite does. On a North End bungalow or an East End Craftsman, a divided-light double swinging open from the center echoes the period proportions these blocks were built on; on a Bench ranch it opens the back of the house toward the yard. Iron Crest Exteriors installs single and double units, in-swing or out-swing, with the astragal meeting-stile seal, multi-point locking, and sill flashing that keep wind off the Boise Front from finding the center joint. The classic look is the draw, but on these older walls the swing clearance and weather sealing are what make it last.
What's included
- Single & double hinged units
- In-swing & out-swing
- Divided-light glass options
- Weather sealing & flashing
- Secure hardware
In Boise, we handle french doors across the North End, the East End, the Bench, and the rest of Ada County — matched to the age, style, and exposure of each home.
Our process
How french doors works in Boise
- 01
Measure & assess
We measure the opening, check the framing, sill, and threshold, and confirm single versus double, swing direction, and glass before quoting.
- 02
Configuration & glass selection
We lay out in-swing versus out-swing, grille patterns, full-view glass, and sidelight options so the configuration fits your clearance and look.
- 03
Removal & opening prep
The old door comes out and we inspect and repair the sill, subfloor, and framing so the new unit sits true on sound framing.
- 04
Set, level & flash
The unit is set plumb, level, and square, shimmed, and the sill is flashed and sealed so water drains out — critical at a wide two-panel threshold.
- 05
Astragal, lock & adjust
We set the meeting-stile seal and the multi-point locking and adjust both panels so they meet tight at the center and latch securely.
- 06
Weather seal & walkthrough
We seal the perimeter, clean up, and walk the swing, the center seal, and the lock with you.
Every Boise job includes pulling any permit Ada County requires and a full clean-up — we leave your home tight, weather-sealed, and looking sharp.
Working in Boise
Idaho's capital, from the historic North End to the Foothills
Boise climbs from the Boise River and its Greenbelt up into the Foothills, layering century-old North End and East End homes over mid-century Bench ranches and newer hillside subdivisions like Harris Ranch. That spread of building eras means the exterior conditions vary block by block — original old-growth wood lap and cedar shakes downtown, painted hardboard and aluminum on the Bench, and 1990s–2000s vinyl on the foothill edges that is now reaching replacement age.
Older Boise homes often hide failing siding and single-pane wood or aluminum windows behind charming facades, while south- and west-facing foothill elevations take a beating from intense afternoon sun. Freeze-thaw swings and wind off the hills make proper flashing, house wrap, and a weather-tight install matter as much as the material itself.
Areas we serve
- the North End
- the East End
- the Bench
- Southeast Boise
- Harris Ranch
- West Boise
Around Boise
- the Boise River
- the Boise Foothills
- the Greenbelt
- Table Rock
French Doors in Boise — FAQs
Will a double French door fit the older openings in my North End or East End home?
Often, yes — but the framing decides it, so we measure first. Boise's 1900s–1930s homes were built with smaller, irregular openings, and a double French unit needs both adequate width and enough wall to swing the panels clear of trim, radiators, or built-ins. We check the rough opening, header, and sill before quoting, and where a full double won't work cleanly we look at a single French door with a sidelight to keep the divided-light look without forcing the wall.
Do you offer french doors throughout Boise?
Yes — we cover all of Boise and Ada County, from the North End and the East End to the Bench and Southeast Boise. Reach out for a free on-site estimate.
Can you help with french doors in towns near Boise?
Absolutely. Beyond Boise, we cover Garden City, Eagle, Meridian, Kuna and the rest of the Treasure Valley — anywhere out toward the Boise River is comfortably within our range.
What's the site like after the work is done in Boise?
Spotless. We finish every Boise project by clearing out old materials and debris, so your Ada County property is left clean and protected.
French doors or a sliding patio door?
French doors give a wider, more traditional, architectural opening and swing fully open; sliders save space and suit big-view modern openings with furniture nearby. If you want the classic look and have room to swing, French; if floor space is tight, a slider. We'll help you decide for your opening.
In-swing or out-swing?
Out-swing saves interior floor space and sheds wind-driven water better, which often suits exposed Idaho elevations; in-swing is the more traditional configuration. We recommend based on your clearance, weather exposure, and how the room is used.
French Doors in nearby cities
We work across the Treasure Valley near Boise.
Related doors options in Boise
Exterior projects often pair up — here's what goes well with french doors.
Helpful guides
Plain, local guidance to help you plan your french doors project.
Need french doors in Boise?
Tell us about your Boise home and the project you have in mind — we'll come look and give you a straight, free estimate.