Is It Time To Replace Your Exterior Doors?

There are certain home improvements that could offer significant benefits to a homeowner but it can be difficult to determine when they are necessary.  One example of this is exterior door replacement.

There are certain home improvements that could offer significant benefits to a homeowner but it can be difficult to determine when they are necessary.  One example of this is exterior door replacement.  Barring some sort of significant and apparent damage to an exterior door, how do you know if you should replace them?  Are there signs or should you be doing certain checks or tests to see if replacement is advisable?  The answer is simple – yes.

One of the first signs that it is time to replace an exterior door is if it is drafty.  While re-sealing the door may help, sometimes the best option is simply to replace the door.  This is especially true if the door is old because today there are many more energy efficient door options on the market that may be a better choice for your home.  Today’s doors have improved insulation that make your home more energy efficient which is especially important at a place like a door where significant energy is often lost or wasted.  In addition to improved insulation, replacing an exterior door can provide many more benefits.

Today many people are concerned with protecting their security at home.  We can install security monitors and alarms but if our door has better security features it may help prevent someone from ever entering our home in the first place.  Many new doors contain more sophisticated lock systems that are capable of resisting forced entry.  Additionally, many new doors contain newer bolt-locking features that are more advanced as well as wide-angle peep holes that allow you to see more.  And beyond security and insulation, if your doors are looking a bit dingy, old or worn out, replacing old doors with new one can breathe new life into the exterior of your home and give it a much needed facelift.  Many people would not think replacing exterior doors would make a big difference but it is similar to how adding jewelry to an outfit can make a big difference.  New doors give a fresh look that no other feature can and add a significant amount of curb appeal to your home.  Because of the new techniques for constructing modern doors, they are often more durable and will last much longer than older doors.  There are different kinds of materials used for modern doors to suit any personal preferences or aesthetic preferences including wood, metal and fiberglass doors.  When professionally installed by a handyman you know they will be effective and look nice as well. If your home has old exterior doors and you have noticed they need some updates – whether for safety, insulation or aesthetic purposes – replacing new doors can have a dramatic impact on your home’s energy efficiency and appearance and give you the peace of mind that you are safe in your home.