10 Ways to Winterize Your Home The season of freezing temperatures is fast approaching. Taking the time to prepare can help you reap significant financial and energy savings. Things like frozen pipes and busted hoses, leaks and drafts, and old or faulty appliances like your hot water heater or HVAC system can cost you time,…
Roses are red, violets are blue, it’s the first day of February and the BetterDoor team wants to hear from you! Have you finished that weekend project or made a few updates to your door? Whether you’ve added some new paint or updated your door components, now is the perfect time to door-it-yourself! BetterDoor is always working to…
Happy #FixItFriday! Have you noticed the bottoms of your exterior door frames are looking a little unsightly? Have you accidentally kicked off a few wood chips while leaving your house in the morning? Today we’re talking all about frame rot–what causes it, how to spot the signs of frame rot, and how to repair it.
Wood grinding against wood can wear on the nerves, especially when it happens every time you open a door. A sticking door is frustrating, but why does it do that? That minor annoyance may be indicative of a larger problem. Here are a few reasons why your door might be sticking.
Do I need a sill cap for my door frame? Have you noticed a draft under your exterior doors? Does your front door seem to invite spiders and insects into your home? Having the right sill system in place will help prevent these common problems, and the key component is the sill cap.
Choosing exterior door systems for your home is exciting. Your doors can dramatically change the look and feel of your indoor and outdoor living spaces. With so many options on the market, how do you choose what’s best for you? Here’s a quick breakdown of the types of doors you’ll come across while shopping…
Door frame rot. It’s slow and imperceptible, only showing once it’s far too late. Moisture at the corner of a door system can work a number on an exterior wood door frame if it isn’t designed to combat it. We’ve compiled a few helpful tips for preventing door frame rot, saving time and money in…
What does your door mean to you? Some may say a door means protection against dangerous intruders. Others might say a door keeps small critters outside, meaning spider-free peace of mind. A mother may think of opening the door for her newborn’s first visit home, while fathers likely remember a knock on the door from…
Have you ever noticed drafts or leaks at your front door? Maybe even light peeping through the sides at the frame? You may not have a secure seal around your entryway door. Here, there’s a few things to consider when sealing your door, but one component in particular gets overlooked time and time again: the…
French doors are a beautiful addition to any home. They add natural light, and can make a room feel more spacious, open, and inviting. Who wouldn’t want a set of French doors to welcome them inside or give you the perfect view of your backyard?