Does Your Front Door Need to Be Replaced?

Your front door makes a big first impression. It’s the first thing visitors, friends and family see when they come to your house. It’s also the first thing strangers see too, when they are driving down your street and glance at your home. Make sure your entryway door is making a great first impression by ensuring it looks welcoming and inviting. There are typically three main things to assess with your front door. These will help you determine if it needs to be replaced.

 

The Functionality

When you open and close your door, does it stick? Does it close too easily without a seal and leave a gap? If you encounter either of these problems with your front door, it may be a quick, easy adjustment or it could mean warping. Warping occurs when front doors are exposed to extreme weather that causes shrinking and expanding. This can lead to gaps in the door that can hike up your energy bills. It may be a more cost effective solution to consider door replacement.

 

The Aesthetics

If your door is showing signs of wear with cracks, dents or rust, consider some minor repair work like paint to fix it.  But if your door is showing major wear and tear that a thin coat of paint isn’t going to hide, it may be time to consider a new front door. New doors are often much more cost effective than people assume, and it’s one of the best ways to enhance the overall curb appeal of your home.

 

The Other Elements

The entryway door itself is usually part of a bigger package that includes the frame, threshold and door jamb. If any of these pieces become warped or damaged, it might be time to consider a new door. These parts are usually sold as a set, and it is cheaper and easier to buy an entire system together than to try and just fix a small piece of the puzzle.

 

If you have any questions about front door replacement, give us a call at PK Windows. As door replacement professionals we can answer any questions you have and provide an estimate of costs to have a brand new door installed for your home. Call us or click here for a quote.