How to Measure an Entry Door for Replacement
Replacing your entry door can provide your property with various significant benefits. First, it will renew the style factor of your home, increasing curb appeal. A new entry door can also be a more energy-efficient solution, primarily if you reside in an older home. When replacing your entry door, it’s still a good idea to acquire a professional measurement in case of unforeseen issues on installation day
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How to Measure an Entry Door for Replacement
Holliday Home Improvements offers entry door replacement services with a wide range of styles and materials. There are many types of entry doors like fiberglass entry doors, steel entry doors, and wood entry doors. Here are the main steps for measuring an entry door for replacement:
Measure the Door Width
You must measure the width of the entry door or exterior door or the opening for your new entry door. To get the most accurate reading, measure the door opening’s top, center, and bottom using your tape measure. Because older properties could have slightly different width needs, always use the most critical measurement as your final width whether it be a steel door or a wood door.
Measure the Entry Door Height
The subsequent measurement is the height of your residential entry door. Once more, beginning with the entrance size, measure the left side of the door first, then the right. If one side is slightly larger than the other, we suggest choosing it. If you have to stand on a chair or step ladder to reach the top of the door, always ask a friend or family member for help.
Check the Thickness of The Door
Measure the thickness of the entry door like say a steel door if you intend to use your original frame, and add a replacement door. Once the door is open, use your tape measure to gauge its thickness.
The Entry Door Frame
Check whether it’s a wood frame or a steel frame. Check the depth of the entry door’s frame or jamb. This measurement is only for the thickness of the wall and excludes any siding, interior casing, interior trim, or outside trim pieces on the entry door. The most common entry door frame depths are 4-9/16″ or 6-9/16″. Measuring for the correct frame will help in your energy efficiency.
Verify the Rough Opening and Brick Opening.
To ensure the new door system will fit properly, you should measure the entry door’s rough aperture and brick opening. While your current door is still in place, it would be helpful to remove the trim or casing covering the inside side of the door to see the rough aperture. Next, measure the entry door’s aperture, the distance between the wall studs on either side, and the area between the floor and the header. The nominal door slab measurements you took should be 2 inches taller and 2-1/2 inches wider than the rough opening for a single door.
The brick opening, including the outer casing or trim, is measured from outside the home. This measurement is taken between the brick or siding on the outside of the home and is often 4″ wider and 234″ taller than the official size of the door. If the brick opening is large or small than usual, think about utilizing a brick mold or trim pieces different from the standard size that will fit that opening and trim out the door.
Look at the Typical Entry Door Sizes
Once you have your measurements, compare them to America’s standard entry door sizes. It should fit properly. US front doors are typically 36 inches wide by 80 inches tall and 1 3/4 inches thick. Given that some doors like steel doors or aluminum doors can be as tall as 84″ or even 96″, it depends on the size of your door frame. Verify the sizes before placing the door order.
Before Entry Door Replacement or Installation, Double-Check the Measurement
Again, it would help if you were precise with the proportions of your entry door. You risk harming the door or door frame by attempting to install a door that isn’t the right size onto your home. Hence, ensure the measurement fits the description before installing your door. Before beginning the installation, confirming your door frame measurements is also worthwhile.
Hire a Specialist
Every detail counts when installing and measuring replacement entry doors. Therefore it’s easy to get one of the details incorrect and pay dearly for it. In addition, installing a door can be more complex and time-consuming than you might anticipate. Because of this, many homeowners decide that hiring a professional to handle the measurements and door installation is better. However, even if you are confident installing your new front door, calling in a pro will spare you the headache and let you relax while using your new entry door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you Replace an Entry Door?
You can replace an old door with a new replacement door, often known as a “slab” or “blank,” if the door’s frame is in good condition and you don’t want to change the size of the opening. If the door’s surround is damaged, you can purchase a door that comes pre-hung in a new frame and is assembled and ready to install.
Can you Replace an Entry Door Without Replacing the Frame?
It is possible to replace an entry door without replacing the frame as long as the door frame is in good shape and the new door panel is the same size as the previous one.
Which Kind of Entry Door is the Best?
Steel is ideal for an entry door if security is your first concern. This sturdy metal outperforms all other door options in strength. In addition, it offers excellent resistance to forced entry and is less prone to cracking or warping.
The Best Entry Door Replacement Company
Are you looking for entry door replacement services? Holliday Home Improvements is the best place for all your entry door replacement and installation services. Our professionals are accessible 24/7 to install and replace the best entry doors. We also have a wide selection of replacement front doors for you to choose from! Contact us today for a limitless selection of your entry door replacement and installation needs!
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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.