What Type of Entry Door is Right For You?

Entry Door

As a barrier between your house and the outdoors, entry doors do more than just close off one space from another. They are also a basic part of any home’s security. In addition, they need to effectively keep out the elements and noise. Since they’re visible to passers-by, they need to look their best. If your current ones are no longer doing one or more of these jobs, it’s time to replace them. Then again, it may be that they’re just too plain and it’s time to upgrade as part of a home remodeling. To help in deciding on what to replace them with, here’s a rundown of the main types of exterior doors that a business like Mt. Pleasant Window & Remodeling Co. will carry.

  • Wooden Doors

    The oldest kind of exterior replacement door is one made of wood. Of all the kinds available, this is arguably the most attractive. In terms of security, solid wooden doors are quite formidable. Also, with a solid-core replacement door, exterior sounds are effectively muffled. On the other hand, door replacement with a wooden door means routine painting, staining, or sealing to guard against both weathering and sun bleaching. Also, keep in mind that unless the door has a foam core, it will not be very insulative.

  • Steel

    Because this type of replacement door usually has a foam core, it’s a bit lighter than a solid-core wooden door. The foam core also helps slow heat loss and block noise. With a layer of steel on each side, this door replacement provides lots of security against intruders. Overall, this type of door is pretty easy to maintain.

  • Fiberglass

    This kind of door replacement is constructed in a similar manner to the steel door. The main difference is that the foam core is sandwiched between two sheets of fiberglass instead of steel. It’s lighter than steel but still retains a lot of strength. It also resists the elements quite well. If you’re home remodeling is being done on a budget, this type is usually the most affordable.

  • Glass

    There are two basic types in this category, sliding doors and French doors. In both cases, these doors are limited to entryways that are wide enough to accommodate them. Glass can easily handle rough weather and only require occasional cleaning. If you’re considering one for your home remodeling, remember that tempered glass is surprisingly strong but offers no insulation. Between either type of glass replacement door, French doors can completely open up to provide a wide entryway.

  • Storm Doors

    Since any type of entry door replacement has it’s shortcomings, a great way overcome any of them with the inclusion of a storm or screen door as part of your home remodeling. These doors are specifically made to handle the harshest conditions, even the worst Pittsburgh has to offer. By creating a dead air space, they provide extra insulation and noise suppression. Like sliding and French doors, they also allow you to let in sunlight and fresh air when you desire.

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I was skeptical at first my home is very close to road, lots of road noise. The salesman said they work well I must say after the install not all the noise has left but 60% better and we noticed rooms are a lot cooler! My hat off to whole staff all very professional from start to finish, TY Britton, Henry, Joe, Derek and Michelle, and anyone else I may have missed ….. I highly recommend this company!

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What a pleasant experience !!!! And WOW !!! What a great job !!!! From start to finish, the Mt. Pleasant Window and Remodeling Co. was so helpful, from the estimate and helping pick out various patterns and fixtures, to the finance department helping to make it all possible.. Additionally, the installation team was amazing, Brandon and Mike were totally respectful of my home, with drop clothes and always cleaning up after themselves, so great to deal with, offered so many suggestions that helped make my project come out beautifully !!!! Definitely a five star company with five star employees !!!! No doubt I will use them again when needed !!!!

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Wonderful experience from start to finish. I called on a Friday in a panic because my dog had jumped on and broken the old storm door (not installed by Mt. Pleasant Windows). Their sales manager, Greg, came out on a Saturday to figure out how we needed to proceed and then their Project Manager, Britton, came out on a Monday to get the old door functional until the new doors came in. There was excellent communication while waiting for the doors to be made and then the install team, Joe, Matt, and Charlie, was quick, friendly, polite and cleanly. I couldn’t have asked for anything more!

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