New York City Door Manufacturer |Cellar & Fire-Rated Doors Manufacturing – Metro Cellar Door Bilco Pro

Frequently Asked Questions

• What's the average duration for cellar door manufacturing and installation?

  For most projects, cellar door installation from start to finish takes 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the size, customization, and job complexity.

  Here’s how it typically breaks down:

  1. Site Assessment & Measurement (1–3 days):
  2. We visit your property to take accurate measurements and discuss door styles, materials, and fit.
  3. Ordering from the Door Manufacturer (3–7 business days):
  4. Since we’re a direct supplier, we skip the middlemen and order custom-fit basement doors, bulkhead doors, or sidewalk access doors directly from trusted brands like Bilco, Simpson Door, and Therma-Tru.
  5. Scheduling & Installation (1–2 days):
  6. Once your door arrives, we’ll install it—sealing, securing, and aligning everything properly. Weather permitting, most installs happen in a day.

  Additional factors can affect timing:

  • Special-order panel doors or fiberglass doors
  • Unforeseen foundation issues
  • Replacement of old entry doors or storm doors

  Need a fast turnaround? We offer rush services on select exterior doors and fire door installation projects in the NYC area.

• Can a cellar door manufacturer create doors that match my siding and stone exterior?

  While the door manufacturer doesn’t design the siding itself, yes—your cellar door or bulkhead door can be selected or finished to coordinate with your stone or siding exterior.

  Here’s how we match your home’s look:

  • Color Matching:

  Many door styles come in neutral or customizable finishes, and we can paint to match your existing siding or trim.

  • Material Options:

  Choose from steel, fiberglass, or wood doors, depending on what blends best with your stonework or exterior. For homes with high moisture exposure, fiberglass doors offer longevity without compromising appearance.

  • Low-Profile Design:

  Flat-top or sloped cellar door designs integrate better with landscape features and walkways. We often recommend this for front door-adjacent installations.

  • Trim Kits:

  Some manufacturers, like Bilco, offer accessory trim kits to make your new basement door resemble part of the original build.

  Not sure what works with your home’s window type, stone, or panel siding? We’ll walk you through door collections, help you compare finishes, and even show previous project photos to help you decide.

• Do cellar door suppliers also provide professional installation services?

  Yes, many cellar door suppliers—including us—also offer full-service professional installation. In fact, working with a supplier that installs the doors they sell offers some major advantages:

  • One Point of Contact:

  You don’t need to juggle between a door manufacturer and a bulkhead door installer. We handle everything from order to install.

  • Perfect Fit:

  Since we measure and order doors ourselves, sizing issues are nearly eliminated. Whether it’s a bulkhead, sidewalk, or basement entry door, we guarantee a custom fit.

  • Licensed & Insured:

  We’re fully licensed to install interior doors, exterior doors, fire-rated doors, and cellar access doors throughout NYC and surrounding areas.

  • Specialty Services:
    • Bilco door installer services
    • Fire door installer for residential buildings
    • Patio door and storm door replacements
    • Installations for multi-family and commercial buildings

  Here’s what you can expect:

  • Clean removal of old doors
  • Proper frame prep
  • Professional sealing
  • Hardware and lock install
  • Final walkthrough for fit and finish

  Pro tip: Always ask your door shop or supplier if installation is included—it saves time, cost, and confusion.

• What brands do cellar door manufacturers typically work with—Bilco, Tru, Therma, etc.?

  Reputable cellar door suppliers and installers work closely with top-tier door brands to deliver reliable, long-lasting products. Here are the most trusted names in the business and what they’re known for:

  1.Bilco

  • • Industry leader in the basement door and bulkhead door systems
    • Heavy-duty steel construction with rust-resistant finishes
    • Sloped and flat-profile exterior doors
    • Optional keyed lock kits and drainable sills

  2.Therma-Tru

  • • Known for energy-efficient fiberglass and steel doors
    • Offers entry door systems that match many window types
    • Popular for storm doors, glass doors, and impact-rated models

  3.Simpson Door Company

  • • Specializes in premium wood doors and panel doors
    • Ideal for custom front door installations or traditional aesthetics
    • It can be paired with matching interior doors for a consistent look

  Other common manufacturers:

  • JELD-WEN (affordable, great for patio doors and door replacement)
  • Masonite (modern design options, excellent for energy performance)
  • Andersen (mainly windows, but often paired with door projects)

  We help clients shop and learn about options by comparing each brand’s series, style, and durability. This ensures you find the right door for your project—whether it’s a sidewalk cellar door or a secure fire door.

• Do cellar door manufacturers offer fire-rated door options?

  Yes, many cellar door suppliers work directly with trusted brands that offer fire-rated door options, especially for projects involving basement door installers or fire door installer services. Fire-rated doors are featured and designed to slow the spread of fire and smoke, giving occupants more time to exit the home and protecting surrounding areas. These doors are rigorously tested and certified to meet safety standards, typically rated for 20, 45, 60, or 90 minutes of resistance.

  Fire-rated doors are commonly installed at:

  • Basement exits or side entries
  • Utility or boiler rooms
  • Garage-to-home access points
  • Commercial and multi-unit residential buildings

  Depending on the location, these doors can be ordered as exterior door models or used internally. While steel is a popular material, many collections also include fire-rated wood or fiberglass options that match the rest of your door collection.

  Some fire-rated doors include enhanced technology such as self-closing hinges, insulated cores, and fire-seal gaskets for maximum protection.

  Want to find the right fire-rated option for your project? We’ll help you compare finishes, understand the ratings, and even let you slide through photos from our previous installs. For a deeper education on what fire-rated doors do and how each type opens, visit our website or read our installation guides online.

NYC Trusted Door Manufacturer Direct Supplier Specializing in Cellar, Fire, Sidewalk, Interior Doors & Exterior Door Solutions