Ready To Order Cabinet Doors? Learn What Cutting Edge Needs First
Not sure what to do before you order cabinet doors? Here’s what Cutting Edge needs to get started – approval, payment, and more.
You’re ready to order cabinet doors from Cutting Edge. That’s an exciting step in your project, but now what? Do you need to pay? Sign forms? Get a quote first? Whether you’re a homeowner renovating your kitchen, a contractor juggling multiple jobs, or a cabinet maker outsourcing production, the process can feel confusing. Missing even one step could cause delays.
At Cutting Edge, we manufacture hundreds of cabinet doors every day for contractors, cabinet shops, and homeowners across Canada. We’ve worked with businesses that have outgrown doing everything in-house, as well as individuals ordering cabinet doors for the first time. Over the years, we’ve seen how even small missteps in the ordering process can lead to significant problems later. That’s why we’ve simplified what happens before your cabinet doors enter production to make the experience smooth, clear, and free from surprises.
In this article, you’ll learn what needs to happen before your order can enter production:
- Getting a quote and understanding the cost
- Reviewing your quote
- Confirming your order
- Paying for your cabinet doors
As well as how to know when your order is officially in progress. Let’s get started so you can move your order forward with confidence.
You’re Ready To Order Cabinet Doors - What Happens Next?
There are a few steps to complete before we can begin producing your custom cabinet doors.
Although these steps can occur in almost any order, you must complete each before your order can enter production. If you miss even one step, your order will stay on hold.
The good news? The process is easy once you understand what’s required, and our team is here to assist at every step.
| Step | What You Need To Doo | Why It Matters | What Happens Next |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Get a Quote | Provide specs like style, material, sizes, and finish | Helps you budget and ensures we have the correct info | You receive a detailed quote for review |
| 2. Review the Quote | Double-check all details: measurements, materials, quantities | Ensures accuracy; custom orders are your responsibility once approved | You confirm or request changes |
| 3. Approve the Order | Sign the quote or order confirmation | Officially gives us permission to proceed | Your order status changes from Bid to Ordered |
| 4. Make Payment | Pay in full or a 50% deposit | We can’t start production or ship without payment | Your order enters the production schedule |
| 5. Wait For Your Order To Enter Production | Wait for the Your Order Is In Progress email | Confirms all steps are complete and your order is in production | You'll receive an estimated ship date and final confirmation |
1. Start By Requesting A Quote For Your Cabinet Doors
If you haven’t already, the first step is to request a price quote. Getting a quote ensures you’re clear on the cost and our team has the necessary details to build your doors correctly.
You need to provide specifics such as the door style, material, finish, sizes, and any custom features. Based on that information, our team will prepare a detailed quote for your review. Our team can guide you through the available options if you’re unsure which product is right for your project.
Getting a quote upfront helps you budget accurately and avoid surprises later. It also gives us a clear starting point for building your order.
2. Check Every Detail In Your Cabinet Door Quote Before Ordering
Once you receive your quote, review it thoroughly. Accuracy is critical because we build every cabinet door to spec.
Ensure that the door styles, measurements, material types, and quantities all match what you discussed. Notify our team if anything looks off or if you have questions. We’ll revise the quote as needed to ensure it’s correct.
This step is especially vital with custom cabinet doors. Once you sign off, you are responsible for any incorrect details. By taking the time to review, you’re helping us deliver exactly what you need, on time and without costly errors.
3. Sign Your Quote or Confirmation To Approve Your Cabinet Door Order
After confirming that the quote looks correct, you’ll need to approve your order.
We accept either a signed copy of the quote or a signed order confirmation. If you make changes after receiving the quote, we’ll send a new version for review and approval. We won’t begin production until we’ve received this signed approval.
This step protects you and ensures we’re all on the same page. Think of it as the go-ahead signal that confirms the details and locks in the scope of work.
4. Choose Your Payment Method To Finalize Your Cabinet Door Order
Next, let’s talk about payment. You have two options:
You can either:
- Pay a 50% deposit before production begins, and the remaining balance before shipping.
- Pay the full amount upfront before production begins.
You can make a payment by e-transfer, by phone with a credit card, or online through your secure customer account. If you want to pay online and don’t have access to your account, ask our team for assistance.
We can’t start or ship your order until you pay. If your job is on a tight timeline, completing this step quickly keeps everything moving.
How To Make Sure You’ve Successfully Ordered Your Cabinet Doors
Once you’ve completed the quote, approved it, signed your confirmation, and made your payment, you’re probably wondering how to tell if your cabinet doors have entered production.
We use an order status system to track every order from quote to shipment. Here’s how it works:
- Bid – You’ve received a quote. No other action has occurred.
- Ordered – You’ve approved the quote, but something is still missing, usually payment or a signed confirmation.
- In Progress – All steps are complete. Your order is in the production queue.
Once your order reaches the In Progress status, you’ll receive an email with that subject line. That email will include a final confirmation and your estimated ship date. You don’t need to reply to that email, but it’s your proof that your cabinet doors are officially in production.
Until you receive the In Progress email, your order hasn’t entered the production queue.
Learn How To Tell If Your Order Is In Progress
At Cutting Edge, we understand that you need your orders to arrive on time and correct. You came here unsure of what happens after you decide to order cabinet doors. Now you understand the full process – what we need from you, why it matters, and how it helps you avoid delays and errors.
Remember, the frustration of missing deadlines, dealing with errors, or waiting for replacements doesn’t need to be part of your workflow. By completing each step of the process, you’re setting yourself up to deliver high-quality results on time and build a reputation as a reliable installer or contractor your clients can count on. If you’re unsure whether your order is in progress, read our guide to Cutting Edge’s order statuses and stay on top of your production timeline.
