Door Replacement 101 – Part 3: Hiring the Right Door Contractor for the Job

Your replacement doors are only as good as their installer, so make sure to hire a reliable door contractor to handle the task. Looking for the right one is actually easier than you might expect–if you know what to look for. To help you get started, make sure your prospective door installer has the following qualities:

• Licensed. Is your prospective contractor eligible to perform door replacement work in your area? You’ll know for sure by seeing their business license, which means they’ve met requirements to operate. A licensed door contractor also means deep knowledge of local building codes and regulations. Given how door replacement requires modifications to your home’s ingress and egress, hiring a licensed contractor ensures their work complies with safety standards.
• Established. Look up your prospective contractor online and see if they have a physical business address, working phone number and email, plus an updated website. You’ll want a door installer you can instantly reach when you have concerns about the workmanship. You should also check if they have satisfactory scores and reviews on trade sites like Better Business Bureau and Angie’s List. This way, you can easily weed out the undesirable contractors from the bunch.
• Experienced. Ensure a safe, worry-free door installation process by hiring an experienced contractor for the job. Having worked on a number of door replacement projects through the years, they should be able to guarantee that the job will be completed right the first time. This means every phase of the project remains on schedule and on budget. An experienced installer will also make sure to listen to your concerns and offer solutions that can best meet them. By keeping you apprised of every aspect of the door installation, your experienced contractor can establish trust and clear communication. They’ll also make sure to keep your home and belongings protected from unnecessary mess and damage.
• Certified. A door company carrying certifications from top manufacturers allow access to high-quality door products, including storm doors, plus the generous warranties included with them. These provide an additional layer of protection to your investment.
• Insured. Untoward incidents may still occur during a door installation, simple as it may look. To protect yourself and your investment better, hire an insured door company. Their insurance coverage will protect you against liability arising from injuries or damage to property during the replacement job.

Learning the basics of door replacement allows for a safer,smoother home improvement project. With your new exterior doors, you can trust that you’re well on your way to a more comfortable and energy-efficient home.