{"id":537,"date":"2021-12-23T12:00:22","date_gmt":"2021-12-23T17:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dwwindows.com\/windows-blog\/?p=537"},"modified":"2021-12-22T12:04:35","modified_gmt":"2021-12-22T17:04:35","slug":"3-things-new-entry-door","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dwwindows.com\/windows-blog\/3-things-new-entry-door\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Things to Look for in a New Entry Door"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your entry door is always a focal point. It\u2019s where most people look as they walk up to visit. That doesn\u2019t mean your new door needs to be a perfect showstopper, but it should serve a few basic purposes.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re shopping for a new entry door, here are three things you should look for before you invest in your home\u2019s new presentation.<\/p>\n

1. Is it safe?<\/h4>\n

Will your new front door be strong? Specifically, can it stand up to a forced entry or break-in? To feel safe in your own home, you need a door that can resist the unthinkable.<\/p>\n

On that note, you also need a well-sealed door that can protect you from the elements. A drafty entry door can surely lead to higher energy bills if it\u2019s not properly sealed with the right weatherstripping and frame sealing. Towels and old blankets in front of the door is a band-aid solution. Fix the problem for good with a new door.<\/p>\n

2. Does it make your home look better?<\/h4>\n

Curb appeal can boost the value of your home. As the focal point of your house, your entry door to your home\u2019s presentation is the turkey to Thanksgiving dinner. It\u2019s the star of the show. If you plan to sell, a new, secure, energy efficient and aesthetically pleasing front door can spell a bigger ROI when you close. Even if you plan on staying in your home long-term, a new door can be a point of pride in the home you live in.<\/p>\n

3. Is it energy efficient?<\/h4>\n

Going back to point 1, you don\u2019t want a drafty door sucking your energy away. More to the point, you don\u2019t want hundreds and thousands of dollars flying out your entry door in the form of sky-high energy bills. Look for a new entry door with proper fitting, sealing and weatherstripping to save you time, money, and energy.<\/p>\n

Looking for a new entry door now? Give us a call at\u00a0<\/strong>800-833-9831<\/strong><\/a> or see what services we can provide on our website<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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