Factors To Consider When Choosing Patio Doors
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Patio Door Replacement
One of the vital features of a home is its windows and doors. It’s what lets the outside world in, and it’s also what keeps your family safe from intruders. A new patio door can have an impact on how much light gets into your home, as well as how secure you feel when you’re inside.
Are you thinking about replacing or upgrading your current patio doors? Get in touch with HHI Windows and Doors. We offer quality and budget-friendly replacement doors and windows from top manufacturers, including Sunrise, Softlite, ProVia, and MI Windows and Doors. Contact us for a free quote for all your windows and doors replacement and installation projects!
Factors To Consider When Choosing Patio Doors
Below are some major points to consider when choosing patio doors for your home.
1. Style
The patio door is a big part of the exterior design and for the look of your home. Make sure that you choose exterior color and finish to match what’s in store inside! The ease of use should come first, but we also want it to be stylish, which is why our replacement hinged/sliding patio doors are available in colors that will coordinate well with many interior styles. You can even customize some components like hardware type or surface texture.
2. Maintenance
The best patio door is the one that will fit your lifestyle. There’s no point in installing a beautiful door if you have no time to keep it looking good, so we offer replacement doors with very minimal maintenance requirements. For example, our water-resistant replacement door means that this can stay impervious to the elements without losing its attractive appearance over time, making it perfect for busy people.
3. Security
Patio doors offer security to one of the main entry points to your home, so you have to consider security when choosing your patio door type. Fortunately, there are several doors, depending on the door type you need. All are strong and secure!
4. Energy Efficient
Patio doors are relatively small, but they have large windows that let heat in and out of your home. That’s why all our patio door replacements come with High-Performance Low-E glass. It is energy efficient and keeps the sun from heating your house on a hot day or letting it get cold during wintertime.
5. Types Of Patio Doors
There are two categories of patio doors: sliding patio doors and hinged patio doors. Bi-fold, industrial-style, and pocket doors are a few design options available. Hinged doors, often known as French doors, are typically wood. Because they open outward, they take up more space than sliding or pocket doors. Bi-fold doors are a form of sliding door that, when open, takes up a lot of room.
French doors are the most popular and adaptable patio door styles. High-quality French doors come in a variety of design options to match your decor, as well as sliding alternatives.
6. Material
The material you choose for your patio door frames has an impact on energy efficiency, attractiveness, and the time you’ll spend maintaining them. Patio doors are typically made of one of five materials. These are as follows:
- Steel
Steel is a durable and stylish option for patio doors. It’s low-maintenance and won’t chip, peel, or warp no matter what the weather throws at it. But, unfortunately, your door will rust with time unless you choose more expensive treated steel, especially if you live in a humid region.
- Aluminum
Aluminum is a less expensive alternative to steel. However, it lacks the strength of steel. Nevertheless, it’s a low-maintenance, lightweight choice that also looks beautiful.
- Wood
Wood has a timeless beauty and is quite durable. It can be stained to fit any decor or painted if desired. Unfortunately, wood demands a lot of upkeep, so you’ll have to touch up these decorative accents regularly.
- Fiberglass and Vinyl
Patio doors made of vinyl and fiberglass are both long-lasting and low-maintenance. They are resistant to corrosion, peeling, and denting, and you may order unique designs that look like wood or metal. Fiberglass is the more costly of the two materials, but it lasts longer and looks more robust., but it lasts longer and looks more robust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are The VariousTypes Of Patio Doors?
There are two various types of patio doors, namely:
- Sliding patio door
- Hinged patio door
Can You Replace A Sliding Door With A Hinged Door?
Yes, you can replace your old sliding door with a hinged door. Just hire HHI Windows and Doors replacement company for proper installation and perfect replacements!
Are Patio Doors Really Secure?
Yes, patio doors are as secure as other exterior doors if they come with a sound locking system to maintain safety and security in your home better.
The Best Patio Door Replacement Company
Are you planning to replace your patio door? HHI Windows and Doors is the best place for all your patio door replacement services. We take pride in our industry-leading experts who will ensure that you receive new and improved patio door replacements for your home.
Get a free, no-obligation quote for your patio door replacement project.
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Richard Barron, owner of HHI Windows and Doors, moved to Hilton Head in 2022, but his ties to the Lowcountry go back over 40 years to his first family vacation in 1982.
Before launching his business, Richard spent over 30 years in college athletics, serving as a Division 1 head basketball coach at Princeton, Baylor, NC State, and Maine. He graduated cum laude from Kenyon College, where he played basketball and baseball while earning a degree in Biology.