8 Benefits of a New Front Door

The front door is an important part of any home. More than making the first impression, a front door also affects efficiency, security and more. Upgrading your door is a cost-effective way to refresh your entryway. Here are eight benefits you’ll reap should you choose to proceed with the front door replacement process.

New windows and doors are one of the most effective ways to improve the look of your house. In particular, changing out your old front door with a new one is a relatively simple replacement project that can have a big impact. Replacing your front door gives your entryway a complete refresh, helping to increase your home’s curb appeal. Check out front door before and after projects to see the transformation on real homes.

When your home’s curb appeal increases, an increase in your home’s value might follow. According to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value 2020 report, a new steel entry door has a return on investment of 68.8%. As part of your home’s exterior façade, a new front door that looks stylish and performs well adds value. It can also attract potential buyers, helping your chances of selling.

Of all the benefits of a new front door, the ability to make a personal design statement might be one of the most popular. A new front door can be transformational for your home’s exterior whether you simply choose a new color or choose a different style front door that matches your taste. Front doors are available in a variety of styles to complement your home’s aesthetic. A sleek, minimalistic panel design with full-light glass will perfectly complement your contemporary or modern home. Consider an ornate panel design with quarter-light glass or no glass for a traditional front door. Upgraded features such as grilles, crossbucks, clavos, decorative glass, dentil shelves, wrought iron and more can take your style to the next level.

Selecting a front door with glass creates a welcoming, light-filled entryway. And it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to sacrifice any of your privacy. If this is a concern, select textured obscure or decorative glass instead of clear glass. Textures and patterns still let in light while maintaining a certain level of privacy for your home. You can also limit the amount of glass in your door. Options range from full-light to half-light and quarter-light so you can find the perfect balance of light and privacy.

Sidelights and transoms add more glass to your entryway. Sidelights are vertical pieces of glass on one or both sides of a front door to allow more light into a home. Fill your home with light while maintaining a higher level of privacy with a complementing transom. A transom is a fixed glass window that sits above the door and sidelights. Offered in rectangular and curved designs, transoms can be used with all front door styles including solid-panel designs.

Available on fiberglass front doors, blinds-between-the-glass are another great option to maintain privacy. Open your blinds when you want a bright and airy entryway and conveniently close them when you prefer privacy.

A new front door gives you the opportunity to enhance your home’s security features. Baldwin® hardware has a legacy of quality and has ranked first in quality and security by architects, designers and builders around the country. Each Baldwin lockset is made from solid forged brass to stand up to life’s demands. Available on select hardware for fiberglass front doors, a multipoint lock provides additional security by locking in multiple places, helping to keep your home secure.

A common source of drafts and leaks, your existing entry door might not be keeping your home as comfortable as it could be. Replacement doors can improve the comfort of your home and help you save on energy bills. While a solid-panel design is more energy efficient than a door with glass, dual-pane glass offers an energy-efficient option. Available Low-E coatings help reduce heat loss by reflecting heat back into your home in the winter and helping keep your home cool in the summer by reflecting the sun’s rays.

Engineered for exceptional energy efficiency, Pella front doors are made from wood, fiberglass or steel. Wood acts as a natural insulator, helping keep your home comfortable year-round. Another benefit of wood is its natural expansion and contraction to weather. The floating panel within the frame adjusts to outside weather extremes such as temperature fluctuations. Steel and fiberglass entry doors are designed with a durable composite frame that is rot resistant. Solid polyurethane foam-filled panels provide insulation against the elements to make your home more comfortable.

A new front door offers durability and weather resistance. If your existing door has any problems, aging or wear, a new door can eliminate the issues. This reduces the time and costs associated with maintaining a problematic door.

With smart home technology, you can feel safe and secure while home and away. Pella Insynctive® Technology can be integrated into your products during factory assembly or added after your front door has been installed. Simply tap the accompanying free app to confirm if your front door is open or closed, locked or unlocked and receive real-time alerts if the status changes.

From increasing your home’s curb appeal to helping improve your home’s safety and energy efficiency, a new front door can have several positive impacts on your home. Ready to reap the benefits? Learn more about shopping for replacement front doors.