Entry doors are the main passage between your home and the outside world, garage, or backyard. They typically feature keyed locks and deadbolts for security. They also come with weatherproofing and insulation to keep your home protected from harsh conditions.
These doors can be made from different materials, ensuring that they fit your aesthetic and needs. Some are painted, while others are textured to mimic the look of wood.
Curb Appeal
Your home’s front door is often the first impression people have of your property. This “curb appeal” is an important part of a home’s overall appearance, as well as its security and cost efficiency.
Entry doors come in a wide variety of styles and designs to suit your personal tastes and the look of your home. They can be made from wood, steel, or fiberglass. Each type of material has its own benefits and drawbacks. Wooden doors are elegant and beautiful, but they require more maintenance than steel or fiberglass doors.
Steel and fiberglass doors are more energy efficient than wooden ones, as they prevent heat from escaping the house. They also insulate your home better, so you won’t have to work as hard to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.
Security
The school district is putting extra security measures in place this summer to make it harder for someone with an armed weapon to enter. Cement bollards will be put up in front of entranceways wide enough for vehicles to drive through, classroom doors will be easier for teachers to lock, and windows will be made shatterproof.
The main point to remember when choosing a door is that a solid door is better than one with large glass windows or a hollow design. If you’re unsure about your door’s strength, try knocking on it; if it sounds hollow, burglars can kick in the door with little effort.
For even more security, consider a door that’s reinforced with polyurethane foam. This will help insulate your home and keep the heat inside where it belongs, decreasing energy costs. This insulation will also make your house soundproof and reduce outside noise. It’s a great way to protect your family and belongings while adding an element of style to your home.
Maintenance
Whether they’re for the front or back door of your home, entry doors are critical to your security and comfort. However, just like all other parts of your house, they need proper maintenance to ensure they last and work properly.
A few simple maintenance tips can keep your exterior and interior doors looking good and working right. Use cleaners that are pH-neutral, non-abrasive and free of lye ingredients to clean aluminum surfaces and avoid corrosive or acidic cleaners.
If your exterior or interior doors are not operating correctly, it could be because something is blocking the sensor or there’s a problem with the photo eyes. These sensors are placed on either side of the door and when something, such as a dog or a pile of gravel, gets in their way, they trigger the door to reverse and go up. A professional can check that these are in alignment. In addition, if the door bottom sweep or corner seals are damaged, you should replace them.
Installation
It is very important that your new doors are installed correctly. One wrong move can damage the door or the frame that surrounds it, and compromise security. A poorly-installed door can also result in energy loss that will increase your heating and cooling costs. Professionals will install your doors so that they are secure and look great.
Entry doors are designed to provide passage between a home and outdoor space or garage. They come with weatherproofing and keyed locks for security. Many also feature transom and sidelight windows for natural light. Some are energy efficient and use Low-E glass to reduce heat transfer and save money.
The exterior of your door can be painted in a wide range of colors or textured to look like wood. They may also be insulated with polyurethane foam, which helps to conserve energy by minimizing heat transfer between indoors and outdoors. The door itself can be a solid wood core or a composite or fiberglass core.