Stop Drafts and Tighten Your Entryway
Professional door installation and replacement services in New Jersey.
You open your front door and feel a cold draft creeping around the frame, or you notice daylight between the door and the threshold in your Edison and surrounding areas homes. These gaps allow air to escape, raise your energy costs, and compromise the security and comfort you expect from an exterior entry point.
Pmc Exteriors LLC installs and replaces entry and exterior doors with precise fitting to eliminate drafts and leaks while improving the appearance of your home. The work is coordinated with your siding and trim to create a finished look that matches the rest of your exterior, and each installation is performed with close attention to weatherproofing, alignment, and hardware function.
If you need a new door or want to replace an older one that no longer closes correctly in Edison and surrounding areas, reach out to discuss your options.
Weathertight Seals and Secure Hardware Installation
The installation begins with removing your old door, inspecting the frame and jamb for rot or moisture damage, and confirming that the opening is level and square. In Edison homes where settling has shifted the structure slightly, shims and adjustments are made before the new door is set in place to prevent future binding or gaps.
After your door is installed, you will notice a solid close with no visible light around the edges, a latch that engages smoothly, and a threshold seal that compresses evenly when the door shuts. The space between your interior and the weather outside is controlled, reducing heat loss and blocking wind-driven rain.
All hardware is installed using through-bolts or heavy screws into solid framing, and weatherstripping is applied around the perimeter and along the sweep. If your existing trim does not match the new door dimensions, casing and brickmold are replaced or extended as part of the work.
Questions homeowners usually ask before moving forward
Before scheduling door installation, many homeowners in Edison want to know what the process involves, how long it will take, and whether their existing frame can be reused. These are the most common questions we answer.
How long does a door installation take?
Most exterior door installations are completed in half a day, including removal of the old door, frame preparation, installation, and cleanup. If frame repairs or trim replacement are needed, the work may extend into a full day.
What happens if my door frame is damaged?
The frame is inspected before installation, and any rotted or damaged wood is replaced with treated lumber. This ensures the new door is mounted to solid material that will hold hardware and maintain alignment over time.
Why do I still feel air around my current door?
Air leaks usually occur when weatherstripping has compressed, the threshold has shifted, or the door was not installed level. Replacing the door with proper fitting and sealing eliminates these gaps.
What type of doors do you install?
Pmc Exteriors LLC installs fiberglass, steel, and wood exterior doors depending on your preference for insulation, durability, and appearance. You choose the style and finish that fits your home.
When should I replace my door instead of repairing it?
If the door no longer closes flush, shows warping or rot, or has failed weatherstripping that cannot be replaced, a new installation will provide better security and efficiency than temporary fixes.
If your door no longer seals properly or you want to improve the look and function of your entryway in Edison and surrounding areas, Pmc Exteriors LLC can evaluate your frame, recommend door options, and schedule the installation. Reach out to start the process.