Doors in Andover Township, NJ

Door style selection for Andover Township homes depends on the architecture — here’s how we approach it. The door style should match the architectural character of the home. Colonial and traditional homes in Andover Township typically do best with a six-panel fiberglass door or a wood-grained pattern that fits the era. Craftsman homes call for a different profile. We bring options to the estimate and won’t push a style that looks out of place on your home.

Fiberglass door maintenance on Andover Township homes is minimal compared to wood — here’s what it involves. Fiberglass doors require very little maintenance. Clean with mild soap and water annually. Inspect the weatherstripping and door sweep once a year and replace if worn or cracking. Apply a UV-protective finish every few years if the door gets direct sun exposure. Compared to wood doors, the maintenance reduction is significant.

Most residential entry doors in NJ are inswing. Outswing doors are more resistant to forced entry and better in areas with extreme weather, but they require the porch or entry area to be clear of ice and snow accumulation to open in winter. For most Andover Township homes, inswing is the standard and practical choice. We’ll flag any situations where outswing makes more sense.