Benefits Of Replacing The Doors In Your Home

Energy Efficiency

One of the biggest reasons you might consider changing the doors in your home would be due to heat or air loss. Having thermally efficient properly installed entry doors can help cut your energy costs. You can choose from Fiberglass entry doors that are beautiful and strong but come in a wood grain with a factory finished stain or smooth painted. These fiberglass doors are strong and durable. You can also get the doors in steel with the same finishes. Making your home more energy efficient can bring a great return on investment.

Home Appearance

Changing your entry doors can also enhance the appearance of your home. It’s a quick and economical way to have a makeover on your house and adds beauty. There are many choices of designs colors and materials. A perfect entry door to fit your style and make you feel proud of your home.

Home Value

Any upgrades you do to your house whether it’s upgrading windows, doors, countertops, kitchen cabinets, painting the outside, painting the inside, or repairing the normal wear and tear will add value to your home. Improving the appearance and keeping up with maintenance makes your home more valuable.

Home Security

Another major reason to change your doors would be for home security. New front and back doors or any entry door replacement that are properly installed can make it more difficult for a thief to trespass into your property. New robust doors can be much more secure and are force entry tested.

Give us a call today to discuss ways we can improve the efficiency and value of your home.

Signs That It Is Time To Replace Your Windows

Did you know that about 40 percent of heat loss is through windows?

Here are some signs to help you decide whether it is time to replace your windows.

1. If your window frames are rotting. Your window frames will look like the wood is breaking away and feel soggy to the touch.
2. If your windows no longer open or close properly.
3. If your windows are creating condensation between the panes of glass the seal is broken. This means that the insulating gas used to make the window energy efficient is gone.
4. If your windows are letting a lot of outside noise inside, then your windows could be old and not as energy efficient as new ones.
5. If you feel cold air coming in around the window you are losing a lot of heat.
6. If your energy costs have gone up it could be a sign that your windows are old and not providing enough insulation from the outside elements.
7. If your windows are a big hassle to clean, then you may be ready for a newer model that has easy access for cleaning.

The weather does play a part in how long windows survive, but on average manufacturers say that vinyl windows should last between 15 and 20 years. Some companies provide a 20-25 year warranty, which is a lifetime warranty.

We recommend consulting with Maine Windows and Doors to find a quality products that will meet your needs. And, you should have your windows professionally installed to help increase the life of the windows in your home.