Entry Door Installation
Are you thinking about installing your new entry door yourself? It can be an overwhelming heavy-duty task. That is why we recommend that you leave it to the professionals. You can learn more about the entry door installation process when you work with the professionals at Holliday Home Improvements. We are experts in replacing front entry doors.
Here, we will provide you with a better understanding of the entry door installation process before the professionals arrive. It is essential to understand the specifics of installing a pre-hung exterior door. Before shopping for a new entry door, having a thorough understanding of the installation process can be very beneficial. We’ll mention below what you should anticipate before the big installation date.
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Entry Door Installation
Your home’s entry door, also known as the front door, is crucial to curb appeal, security, and energy efficiency. There are three materials for entry doors: wood, fiberglass, and steel. In addition, you can further personalize your entrance door with hardware and decorative glass.
1. Installation of Full-Frame Entry Doors and Benefits
A full-frame installation method is required when a pre-hung exterior door, such as your front door, replaces an existing exterior door. This involves removing the entire existing door, including the frame and the trim. Then, a new structure, insulation, and trim are installed along with the latest entry door. Installing a pre-hung door allows you to transform your entryway and infuse it with your style completely. For example, to accommodate a different type of door, the size and shape of the opening can be altered to be more comprehensive, taller, or arched.
Full-frame front door installation requires skilled professionals because it is more time and labor-intensive. They will need to work inside and outside your home. However, you have more design options for your replacement entry door. Having your pre-hung door outfitted with a frame designed for exceptional performance and durability will give you peace of mind.
2. Preparing for Entry Door Installation
After purchasing a new pre-hung front door, the next step is installation. Whether a manufacturer’s installer or an independent contractor, you have the right to expect a high level of service if it is installed by a professional. A new door is, after all, an investment in your home. In addition to providing a warm welcome to friends, family, and guests, your front door can enhance your home’s curb appeal.
Expect an experienced professional to coordinate a convenient installation date and review the door installation plan with you in advance if you are working with one. Before the installers come in, move any furniture or decorations out of the working area. During the installation, installers should always be respectful of your space. But remember that if the site has less clutter and more room to work, it can make their job easier.
3. Day of the Installation
Once the installers arrive, they will likely use drop cloths to protect your space. They will remove your old door and its frame with care and dispose of it once their work is complete. They will be considerate of your room, confining their work to a secluded area of your home so as not to create a mess.
Expect the installers to keep you informed of the installation status of the front door throughout the day. After installing the pre-hung door, the final steps of their job will involve installing the necessary hardware and interior and exterior trim, if required.
Once the installers clean up, you’ll know they’ve completed their task. The installers should be expected to leave the job site as clean or cleaner as when they arrived. It is usual for installers to ask if you have any questions about the installation and provide instructions on how to operate and maintain your new entry front door, as well as any required warranty information.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How Long Does Front Entry Door Installation Take?
It should take approximately five to six hours to install an exterior door, including the removal of the old door. An interior door replacement should take, on average, less time than the replacement of an exterior door due to the absence of specific steps.
Can You Replace a Door Without Replacing the Frame?
It is often possible to replace a door without replacing its frame, provided the frame is in mint condition and not warped or worn. However, if the door is not closing correctly or there are insulation-required gaps around the door, you will need to determine whether the problem is with the door or the frame.
What is a Pre-hung Door vs. Slab?
A slab door consists of a rectangular slab of wood, fiberglass, or metal and is without a frame, hinges, or other hardware.
A pre-hung entry includes all components required for installation and setup. It consists of a door slab with its frame and hinges
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Holliday Home Improvements started in 2010 by Jason and Susan Holliday as a subsidiary of Holliday Services, Inc. that has been serving the Lowcountry for cleaning and property management since 1976. Our company’s primary goal is to deliver exceptional door and window replacement services to our customers.