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Replace when you see daylight around edges, feel drafts, or notice rot in the frame. Repairs work for minor hardware issues or small finish problems.

• Daylight Test: Close your door at night and turn off interior lights; visible light leaking around edges means failed weathersealing requires replacement
• Draft Detection: Hold a lit candle near door edges on windy days; flickering flames indicate air infiltration that weatherstripping can’t fix
• Frame Condition: Probe wood frames with a screwdriver; soft, spongy areas signal rot that compromises structural integrity and security
• Operation Problems: Doors requiring forceful closing or showing gaps at the latch point have sagged beyond adjustment capabilities
• Energy Bills: Drafty doors waste significant heating and cooling costs; Energy Star certified replacements save up to 13% on energy bills annually
• Age Factor: Doors older than 20 years lack modern energy features and security standards; replacement delivers immediate comfort improvements

   

Best Overall Decision: Replace doors showing multiple issues (drafts + operation problems + age); repairs only delay inevitable replacement.

Best for Budget: Repair hardware malfunctions and finish damage on doors under 10 years old with sound frames.

Efficiency: Replace any door failing the daylight test; Energy Star certified doors save up to 13% on annual energy costs.

Unsure about your door’s condition? Coastal Windows & Exteriors offers free assessments at 603-691-2362. We’ll provide honest recommendations—repair or replace—based on your door’s actual condition. Visit our Bedford showroom at 288 State Route 101 to see the difference modern doors make.