Although your front door might be an afterthought, it gets more use than other doors in your home. It’s the main entry and exit point to the house, which makes it essential to keep it properly maintained so that it will last for years to come.

Front doors operate and look their best when the proper steps are taken to maintain them. This maintenance will uphold the longevity of your front door, requiring less frequent replacements.

The front door is also a high priority curb appeal item, transforming the look of the exterior of your home and making a memorable first impression. Homeowners doing their regular exterior home maintenance should never skip the front door.

Below are door maintenance tips to increase the longevity of your front door.

Weatherstripping

Weatherstripping your front door helps keep heated or cooled air from escaping around the door's frame, reducing energy loss. With proper weatherstripping, your door will last longer and your energy bills will stay lower. Inspect your front door for any issues with weatherstripping and replace as needed.

Door Sweeps

Door sweeps eventually wear out. By frequently inspecting your door sweeps to see if they need replacement, this will help maintain the longevity of your front door and help keep insects and drafts out of the interior of the home. Make sure to clean the door sweep regularly.

Frequent Cleaning

Frequent cleaning of your front door is needed because of how much it’s exposed to the outdoor elements. Your front door is exposed to harsh weather, rain, snow, and other types of climate changes. As part of the regular maintenance on the exterior of your home, wash your front door with soapy water, avoiding any harsh cleaning materials.

Fresh Paint

A fresh coat of paint goes a long way when maintaining your front door. Again, because your door is exposed to the elements, it is more likely for the paint or wood to chip. Increased sun exposure makes your front door a candidate for sanding every so often to keep it looking its best.

Inspect Often

All in all, inspecting your door regularly will make a big difference in how well its maintained. If you do your regular front door check and find something that needs attention, this could make your front door last for many more years. Ask our door experts for any door replacement parts needed to make your door last.

Reflect Window & Door offers professional door repair, replacement, and installation services in Edmonton, Alberta. We are an expert door repair company with years of experience serving Edmonton and surrounding areas.

A broken or damaged door can present a serious problem for homeowners and businesses. Broken doors can cause wasted heat and electricity, as well as pose a security concern. Whatever the problem you’re having with your doors, Reflect Window & Door can help. We service residential homes, as well as commercial business needs. To learn more about Reflect Window & Door, or to get started with your door repair project, please contact us today.