When you think about maintaining your home you probably think about things like the roofing, flooring, and maybe even the interior paint. There’s plenty of big-ticket items that homeowners need to focus on, so it’s easy to neglect other areas of the home. Your front door is the first thing you see every time you come home and all of your guests will see it too. Since it’s such a focal point, having a front door that’s in good condition is extremely important! Not only does your front door have a major impact on how your house looks, but it’s also important to the comfort and security of the home too. Keep an eye out for these warning signs that your front door needs to be replaced.
The Door is Hard to Open and Close
If your door has become difficult to open and close, it needs to be replaced with a functional door. Difficulty opening and closing can be caused by a variety of issues, but it’s easier and more cost-effective to replace the door entirely than trying to repair what’s already there. Having a front door that’s hard to open and close can pose a safety hazard in the event you need to get out of the home in a hurry during a house fire or if you need to keep someone out in a hurry, like an unwanted intruder.
Uncomfortable Drafts
If you can feel cold drafts coming in around the edges of your front door during the winter, it needs to be replaced. Cold air entering in the winter and hot air entering in the summer around the edges of your front door can lead to higher utility bills all year round. You can also check for drafts by having someone hold a hairdryer around the perimeter of the door while you stand inside and feel for air coming through.
The Door is Damaged
If the door is damaged, it needs to be replaced. Damage can include peeling or cracking paint, holes, and even pet-related damages. A damaged door is less secure and the damage will only continue to get worse the longer you wait to replace it.
Your Style Has Changed
Even if your current front door is technically doing the job it needs to and isn’t damaged, you can still choose to replace it for aesthetic reasons! Rather you want a different style, color, or more natural light coming in, a new front door is an easy fix. Front door replacements range from $300 to $2,500. You don’t have to have a huge budget to make a change that fits your new style!
Contact All Weather Exteriors today to learn more about upgrading your front door! Our team can help you choose the perfect door and get it installed quickly. Rather you know exactly what you want or just want to see what your options are, we’re happy to help!
