Security
A home’s front door is the main entry point for burglars. Thankfully today’s new exterior doors come with many security features to help keep your family and belongings safe. Choose a door with a reinforced metal frame that provides an extra layer of protection against break-ins. You also want to make sure you have a high-quality deadbolt lock with a jamb reinforcing plate so breaking into your home is nearly impossible. You can even get a smart door that lets you check on your home’s security, no matter where you are.
Style
Add a touch of elegance to your home with French front doors. These double front doors offer large glass panels that allow natural light to flood the entryway, creating a bright and airy entrance. Perfect for both traditional and contemporary homes, these front doors add a sense of refinement and grace. Or, opt for the rustic charm of barn door-style front doors for a country-inspired entryway. Whatever style you choose, Jim Olivier’s will help you create the perfect look for your home’s entryway.
Durability
You walk through your front doors numerous times a day, and it is easy to forget that they do more than just open up the entrance to your home. They also add a significant amount of style to your beautiful abode. That is why it is important to choose the best doors that will enhance the beauty of your dwelling and give you peace of mind in terms of security.
If you are looking for a door that will increase the security of your house and provide a stylish appearance, then consider wrought iron or steel front doors. Both are highly durable and resist dents and scratches, as well as harsh weather conditions. They also have a longer lifespan than wood front doors and require less maintenance.
Maintenance
Unlike side doors and garage doors, front door get undivided attention from visitors as they wait to be allowed inside. As such, a home’s entry door says a lot about the home and its owners. That’s why proper maintenance is essential to protect its appearance and extend its lifespan.
Wood and fiberglass entry doors need regular cleaning and occasional major care like sanding and painting to keep them in good shape. Steel doors should be cleaned at least once a month (especially those located within 50 miles of a coast) with a mild detergent.
Examine the weatherstripping during each cleaning to ensure it isn’t deteriorating – it can prevent outside air from entering and leaking inside, saving homeowners 5-10% on energy bills. Also, make sure door fixtures such as knockers and latches are sanitized regularly – they come in contact with many hands that carry abundant bacteria each day! Finally, it’s important to restain or repaint the door at the first signs of discoloration.