7 June Should You Get a Storm Door? June 7, 2021 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety home exterior, insulation 0 SHOULD YOU GET A STORM DOOR? June 7, 2021 | Home Maintenance, Safety | home exterior, insulation A storm door can be a nice finishing touch to your home’s entryway. The storm doors of today have long evolved from the old screen style that your grandparents might’ve owned. They come in a variety of styles and colors to make finding the right fit easier. But aside from looks, what other purpose do storm doors serve? Are they a worthwhile purchase, or simply something you can go on without? Customization You have a ton of options when it comes to choosing a storm door. They can come in vinyl, wood, aluminum, or fiberglass material depending on which you prefer. Storm doors feature either a full-length window, or some models have a half or three-quarters window that can slide down into a screen. Privacy screens can even be placed in between the glass, and handles and hinges can all be designed to match the rest of your home’s facade. More Than Looks Storm doors offer more than just a quick spruce-up for your home. Just as their name implies, they add an extra layer of protection from extreme weather like rain and snow. A locked storm door can also deter burglars from trying to break in. Along with keeping your family safe, storm doors will keep your main door looking perfect for years to come. You can make your home more energy efficient by letting daylight in through a glass door, and it’ll help keep the air inside from escaping. Plus if you have small children that like to play outside, a full glass pane door allows you to have a clear line of sight to keep an eye on them. What to Consider While storm doors do have several benefits, there are reasons why they might not be the best for you. First, they aren’t recommended if you live in a warmer, more humid climate. Storm doors can trap the heat and end up damaging your front door. If you just recently installed a new door, there’s a good chance it’s already energy efficient. You won’t experience as many drafts compared to an older door, meaning adding a storm door wouldn’t do much. Of course, you’ll have to keep up on maintenance for your door to ensure it's working as it should. Do You Absolutely Need One? When it comes down to it, whether or not you need a storm door is up to you. They offer added safety for your front door and home and also help make it more eco-friendly. However, if you live somewhere warm and just recently got a new door, you’ll probably be fine without one. If you do decide you want to get one, budget for a high quality door. It’ll last longer and hold up better to any harsh weather conditions. You should also purchase a storm door for each exterior door that you have as well. Unless you constantly crank the AC, you might not notice a huge difference in how well-insulated a storm door makes your house. The best part is even if you decide not to get one right away, you can always add one down the road. Call National Property Inspections today. Your local NPI inspector has the professional training and experience to help assess the condition of your home’s structure and major systems. Find your inspector today to schedule your pre-listing or homebuyer’s inspection. Comments are closed.