Is your front door welcoming guests, or is it welcoming the weather?
We recently visited a home in West Winfield where the homeowners were dealing with a problem we see all too often in Central New York. They had two entry doors—front and back—that looked okay from the street but were secretly failing them every single day.
They were dealing with the classic “Old Door Triad”: drafts at the floor, worry about security, and wood frames that were slowly turning to mush.
Here is a look at the specific pain points they were facing, and how we solved them with a custom steel entry system.
The Rot Threat: Why Wood Frames Fail
The biggest enemy of any door in CNY is moisture wicking. Snow piles up, and the wood frame drinks it up like a straw.
The Solution: We installed a system with FrameSaver® technology. This composite material at the base of the frame is completely rot-proof.
The Security Gap: Why Thin Steel Isn’t Enough
Standard builder-grade metal doors are often thin (26-gauge) and dent easily, leaving homeowners feeling unsafe.
The Solution: We upgraded them to 24-Gauge Smooth Steel—significantly thicker and stronger than big-box store options. Reinforced with a Security Plate and deadbolt.
The Energy Leak: Why Your Hallway is Freezing
In West Winfield, the wind howls. The homeowners were tired of feeling a chill on their ankles near the entryway.
The Solution: A fixed threshold can’t adapt to a settling house. We installed an adjustable threshold to maintain a perfect, airtight seal year after year, keeping the cold air outside where it belongs.
Before & After:
Is Your Door a Liability?
If your door sticks, rots, or lets the winter wind in, stop applying band-aids. This project proved you don’t have to choose between beauty and durability. Contact New York Sash today for a free consultation!
