October 23, 2024 by WindowRama

Signs To Replace Your Entry Door

Older doors can exude a certain nostalgic charm, but they can also lack security, privacy and energy efficiency. With very little maintenance, a modern fiberglass entry door can bring a home years of beauty, durability and energy efficiency. Therma-Tru fiberglass doors offer the authentic look of wood. But, unlike wood, fiberglass will not warp or rot. And, unlike steel, it will not dent or rust. Built with a polyurethane foam core, Therma-Tru fiberglass doors insulate against cold and heat for exceptional energy efficiency.

If you’re not sure if it’s time to replace your entry door, here are some tips that can help you decide.

Excessive Drafts

Use a stepstool to (carefully) check if there’s space at the top of your door. If there is, especially if you can see light coming through, you have a bad seal. If you can slide a dollar bill under your door when it is closed, there’s no doubt you could improve your energy efficiency.

Lack of Natural Light

If you have a solid door with no glass, imagine how your home could be transformed with the addition of a door with decorative glass, and/or the addition of a sidelight or transom. An entryway with glass isn’t just beautiful; it also expands your view and welcomes natural light into your home. A door with textured glass or internal blinds could also enhance your privacy while maintaining your natural light.

Outdated Security

Your family’s safety and security are priority #1. If you’re concerned that the current state of your door won’t deter a break-in, it may be time for a secure, durable upgrade. Therma-Tru’s fiberglass door slabs are up to 30% more resistant to kick-ins than standard steel doors. **

Your entry door should have it all: beauty, strength, security, and energy efficiency. Therma Tru entry doors give you the features you are looking for, with a variety of options to customize the look of your door to reflect your home’s unique style.

Don’t neglect these other doors in your home!

House to Garage

For many people, the entryway between house and garage is the most-used door in the home. Whether your garage leads into your kitchen, mudroom or hallway, you want that door to be durable enough to handle daily traffic and compliment your home’s style.

Side/Back of House

The front entryway isn’t the only door on a home. Explore a variety of functional door styles for your side or back entrance.

With hundreds of styles and finishes to choose from, your dream entry is easy to design! Visit a WindowRama showroom today to get started.

**Comparison of Therma-Tru doors in pendulum impact test: fiberglass versus standard steel.