If you’ve driven past your home lately and thought, “That front door has seen better days….” it might be time to replace it. Your front door contributes heavily to your home’s curb appeal, so if it’s looking a little tired it can give your home a run-down look.
There are plenty of signs that tell you when it’s time to replace your front door, in addition to its overall look of wear-and-tear.
If you notice that your front door is a bit drafty, for instance, a new fiberglass door with reinforced weather guards can keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. You may even end up cutting down on your energy costs.
If your home has had a flood in recent months, your front door and its frame may have mildew or mold growing inside of it. This can weaken the wood and cause your door to become prone to break-ins and even draftier.
Another thing to consider when it comes to your front door is safety.
Many doors that were installed more than 5 or 10 years ago are made of wood. At Ivy Lea Construction, 95-98% of the doors we install today are made of fiberglass. When it comes to safety, a fiberglass door is more secure. The newer locks on the fiberglass door will hold up to any attempted break-in much better than dated, potentially weak wood.
No matter what your home’s style and décor is, Ivy Lea Construction can help you find a beautiful front door that will let in plenty of natural light, and keep your home safe. We also offer security storm doors, patio doors, and sliding doors with blinds inside the glass.
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