Storm doors and windows are exterior installations that add an additional level of protection to your outdoor openings. They are ideal for guarding against inclement weather, but they offer other benefits, as well. Below are some of the other top reasons to install a storm door on your house.

Why Should You Install Storm Doors?

1. Keep Out Bugs

On warm days, you're likely tempted to crack the door open. However, doing so lets in all types of annoying insects. A storm door usually doubles as a screen door, which provides a breeze through the house but doesn't let bugs enter. Add screens to the windows on the opposite side of your house and enjoy a cross draft. This keeps you cool and comfortable but fends off flies, mosquitoes, and other flying pests.

2. Improve Energy-Efficiency

A storm door makes your home more energy efficient and helps lower your utility costs. It not only reduces immediate heat loss or gain if you have to open the entry door, but it also creates a permanent air gap between the entry door and the outdoors. Doors are normally far less insulated than the walls of the house, so the added air gap and an additional layer of storm glass help you keep your home a comfortable temperature and prevent heat transfer.  Storm doors that feature low-emissivity glass, a heat reflector, can reduce heat loss by up to 50%.

3. Add a Layer of Security

The storm door can almost always lock, so it adds an additional level of protection against unwanted entry. It keeps your family safer at night and helps occupants feel more comfortable being home alone. You can fling open the entry door to let in more light without sacrificing peace of mind. Such doors also protect your home against the entry of rain, sleet, snow, and wind. For the strongest security, choose a sturdy iron or stainless-steel frame.

To have storm doors or windows installed on your home, contact CL Siding & Construction, a respected general contractor in Newark, OH. They are fully licensed and insured and serve Licking County and the surrounding areas. They also specialize in roof, gutter, and siding repairs, as well as installation. Learn more about the company on their website or call (740) 323-1406 to discuss the installation of storm doors or windows.