A Steel or Fiberglass Entry Door?

Here at American Windows & Siding of VA, Inc., we find most of our customers are not initially familiar with the subtle differences between steel entry doors and fiberglass entry doors. Furthermore, they often have not considered which type of door is a better match for their particular situation and lifestyle.

Because we see our front door everyday … or perhaps never (if you routinely enter and exit your home through your garage or side door) … it’s easy to overlook how important the front door is in terms of our home’s overall appearance, curb appeal, and even first impression.

Furthermore, the type of entry door replacement you ultimately choose can have an impact on the overall value or resale value of your home.  Simply by replacing your existing faded worn-out door with the same type of NEW door, you’ve improved your home’s curb appeal. If you opt to install a better quality or upscale style of door, then you’ve actually upgraded the home as well. Both can and do result in a higher resale value.

So now that you understand how important your front door is to your home’s overall appeal and value, here are some of the factors to consider as you decide which type of entry door replacement is right for you:

Steel Entry Doors:

Steel entry doors are most characterized by their strength and durability as they are constructed of sturdy 20-gauge steel. That fact bestows several desirable characteristics on the steel door. They resist denting, and virtually never exhibit cracking or bowing as many other less durable doors do over time. They also deliver maximum security to your home’s front entrance while providing excellent insulating properties. Furthermore, the leading steel door manufacturers used by American Windows & Siding of VA, Inc. employ the latest design technology to ensure their entry doors are some of the most energy-efficient on the market. And finally, steel doors deliver an outstanding value as they are somewhat less expensive than fiberglass entry doors.

Fiberglass Entry Doors:

Where steel doors are known for their strength, fiberglass entry doors are most characterized by their beauty and longevity. These doors have a variety of design and appearance options not available with steel doors. For example, with a fiberglass door you have the option of an authentic wood grain appearance, and can choose to either paint or stain the door further enhancing the likeness to real wood. Also, the fiberglass material resists denting and scratching, and will never rot, rust, or otherwise deteriorate over time. Similar to steel doors, the leading fiberglass door manufacturers used by our company employ the latest design technology to ensure their entry doors are maximally energy-efficient.

We hope understanding the differences between steel and fiberglass doors will help you make a more informed choice about your entry door replacement. As your home’s new entrance will last virtually a lifetime, it’s important to make sure your satisfaction with it does as well.

Here at American Windows & Siding of VA, Inc., we enjoy helping people.  If you have any questions about steel entry doors, fiberglass entry doors, or entry door replacement of any kind … feel free to contact us anytime and we’ll do our best to answer all your questions!