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Looking to add more light, improve airflow, or modernize your home’s layout? At The Window & Door Company, we specialize in structural alterations for new window and door openings. Whether you’re enlarging an existing opening or creating a completely new one, our team has the skill and experience to safely transform your space—inside and out.

Structural alterations involve changes to your home’s framing to accommodate new or larger windows and doors. This may include:

  • Cutting into load-bearing walls

  • Installing new headers, beams, and supports

  • Enlarging or relocating openings

  • Reinforcing surrounding structure for safety and stability

These types of projects require careful planning, structural engineering, and compliance with local building codes—and that’s where we come in.

Our Structural Alteration Services Include:

  • New Openings in Exterior Walls

Create a brighter, more open living space by adding windows where there were none.

  • Enlarging Existing Windows and Doors

Want floor-to-ceiling windows or wider patio doors? We handle framing adjustments to make it happen

  • Converting Windows to Doors (and vice versa)

Turn a window into a walk-out patio door or redesign your entryway layout with confidence

  • Load Bearing Wall Modifications

We safely alter load-bearing walls to install larger openings, complete with engineered supports and permits.

  • Header & Support Installation 

Every structural opening needs the right header to maintain strength. We install the proper reinforcements to ensure your home stays safe and secure

Structural Alterations – Frequently Asked Questions

A: Structural alterations involve changing your home’s framework to add, enlarge, or relocate window and door openings. This often includes modifying load-bearing walls, installing new headers, and ensuring the structure remains safe and stable.

A: Yes. Any structural modifications typically require a permit from your local building department. We handle the permitting process and ensure all work meets code requirements.

A: Absolutely. We can cut new openings into most exterior walls, reinforce the structure, and install new windows that bring in light, airflow, and views.

A: Load-bearing walls support the weight of your home and require proper reinforcement when altered. Our team will assess the wall’s structure during a site visit and make recommendations based on code and safety.

A: Yes. We regularly convert existing windows into doors, especially for homeowners looking to add backyard or patio access. This includes all framing, structural support, and finish work.

A: Most projects take 5–7days, depending on the scope. Larger or more complex alterations may take longer. We’ll provide a clear timeline after assessing your specific needs.

A: We’ll work with you to design the right-sized opening for your space, but options may be limited by structural and code requirements. We’ll help you select products that are safe, functional, and stylish.

A: Costs vary based on the size of the opening, whether the wall is load-bearing, the materials involved, and whether engineering is needed. We offer free, detailed estimates tailored to your project.

A: Yes. We take great care to blend new openings seamlessly with your existing structure—inside and out—using matching siding, trim, and finishes.

A: Yes, we leave your space clean, safe, and ready to enjoy. Debris removal and site cleanup are always included.

A: Yes. All structural alterations come with a workmanship warranty, and we stand by the quality and safety of our work.

Still Have Questions?

We’re here to help. Call us at 919-263-1953 or [contact us online] to discuss your window or door structural project with a pro.

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