Dreaming of a new door this spring season?
As New England weather warms up, it’s time to take a look at your exterior doors. With the help of our spring exterior door guide and front door replacement, you can dramatically boost both appearance and functionality of your entryway!
Old doors aren’t necessarily a charming feature for your home. That’s because outdated or deteriorating doors can lead to numerous issues in the spring season–including uncomfortable drafts, poor security, and potential moisture intrusion during rainy periods.
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If you see any problems with your door, call Coastal Windows & Exteriors. We’ll check your door for free! We specialize in delivering premium energy-efficient entryways, including custom size exterior doors, modern doors with contemporary designs, and elegant front entry double doors for discerning homeowners!
Why Upgrading Your Entryways Makes Sense This Spring
Your home’s doors function as barriers against the elements and statements of personal style. They help maintain your property’s security, efficiency, and curb appeal. With a new front door from Coastal Windows & Exteriors, you can enjoy:
- Maintenance-free entry doors that don’t require sanding, staining, or painting
- Quality materials that last for many decades for your peace of mind
- Boost your home’s value and enjoy a return on investment of 97%!
- Custom order your entry door with any color in the Sherwin-Williams catalog
Ready to kickstart your exterior remodeling journey with custom doors? Contact us today for a free estimate. Save with our spring promotions, available now!
Spring Exterior Door Guide: Watch for These Warning Signs
Is your front door or patio door failing before your eyes? The following warning signs will help you determine if your entryways require professional attention.
Persistent Drafts
When weatherstripping deteriorates or door frames settle, noticeable air movement occurs around closed doors. This common problem weakens your home’s energy envelope.
Not sure if your door is draft?
Here’s a tip.
Hold your palm near suspected areas on a breezy day, or use the flame test—carefully position a candle near door edges to observe any flickering that indicates unwanted airflow.
Signs of Water Damage
A door with water damage will fail fast. That’s because water infiltration and natural settling can harm frames and thresholds, creating vulnerability points around your entryways.
Keep an eye out for water damage throughout the year. That’s because deterioration provides potential access for moisture, insects, and even security threats. For example, check wooden elements particularly for signs of softening, discoloration, or separation from surrounding materials.
Difficult to Open and Close
Doors that require excessive force to open or close, or that fail to latch properly, indicate underlying structural issues requiring attention.
These problems go beyond mere inconvenience—they affect your home’s security stance and thermal efficiency. Every door should operate smoothly with minimal effort throughout its service life.
Faulty Hardware
Exposure to elements can cause locks, hinges, and handles to corrode and rust. This causes problems with both the appearance and functionality of your door.
Proper maintenance includes regular cleaning and lubrication. However, extensive corrosion may require component replacement or signal that a full door system upgrade makes sense.
Cracking, Warping, or Splitting
Warping, splitting, or delamination of door surfaces indicates material failure that impacts both aesthetics and performance.
These issues typically worsen over time and you can’t fix it with a quick paint job. Modern materials resist these common aging problems much better.
Fading, Peeling, or Flaking
When exterior finishes begin fading, bubbling, or flaking, your door’s core materials become vulnerable to faster deterioration.
Regular inspection of painted or stained surfaces helps identify maintenance needs before more serious damage occurs. Look particularly at south-facing doors that receive maximum sun exposure.
Gaps Around the Frame
When closed doors show visible light penetration around their perimeters, this indicates seal failures that affect your home’s thermal envelope.
Interior Warning Signs of Door Deficiencies
Problems with exterior doors often appear inside your home as well. Be attentive to these indoor indicators:
You Notice More Outdoor Noises
Properly sealed, modern doors significantly reduce sound infiltration from outdoor environments.
When neighborhood noises become increasingly noticeable from inside your home, it suggests deteriorating door seals or outdated door construction that would benefit from modern acoustic dampening technology.
High Energy Bills
Inefficient doors can contribute substantially to heating and cooling losses, resulting in higher monthly energy expenses.
New doors with good insulation and seals can save you money on your energy bills. This is especially helpful as hot summer days are right around the corner!
Doors with Foggy Glass
If your French doors or sliding doors have glass and you see water inside the glass, that means the seal is broken. Condensation points to seal failure!
Condensation compromises visual clarity and significantly reduces thermal performance, possibly leading to interior moisture problems if not addressed. The door becomes less efficient and you can ultimately lose energy.
Improve Efficiency with Custom Exterior Door Solutions
Today’s energy efficient doors include comprehensive weatherproofing elements and insulating cores. Your entry door design provides both personalized style and exceptional performance! Our selection balances aesthetic considerations with practical efficiency benefits!
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We hope this spring exterior door guide helps you determine if you need a new door. If you’ve noticed red flags with your current doors, please call us to schedule our complimentary, no-pressure assessment. Our springtime custom exterior entry doors effectively eliminate drafts, strengthen security, and optimize overall home performance!
Contact us to talk about your options for custom exterior doors, french doors or sliding doors. We’re the #1 woman-owned door company in New England!
Customers trust our company that’s built on superior products, comprehensive labor guarantees, and transferable warranties that protect your investment. Get a free estimate today!
