Halloween is the season for spooky stories, but some of the scariest ones don’t involve ghosts or haunted houses! They come from homes right here in Cary, NC, when DIY door installation projects go wrong. What starts as a simple weekend project can quickly turn into a nightmare you’ll wish you avoided.
Planning a DIY door install? Watch out as it could haunt you later!
The Crooked Entry: A Haunted Welcome
You finish your weekend project, step back, and—uh-oh—the door isn’t level. It doesn’t close all the way, the top corner scrapes the frame, and cold air slips through the gaps. Without proper shimming and alignment, a door may look fine at first glance but quickly turn a proud DIY moment into a frustrating (and costly) redo. At Window Works Co., we make sure the reveal, the slim gap between the door and the frame, is even on all sides. This ensures your door sits plumb, level, and square, so it operates smoothly and seals tightly.
When Weather Stripping Fails, the Draft Creeps In
Another common DIY misstep? Skipping proper sealing. A door installation may appear perfect, but the first heavy rain often proves otherwise. Water seeps under the frame, damages floors, and encourages mold growth. Without the right threshold seal, your “new” door can end up costing far more than the money you saved trying to do it yourself.
It Looks Fine…Until Your Door Screams with Problems
Here’s the tricky part with doors: many issues aren’t immediately obvious. Slightly misaligned hinges or loosely fitted insulation may seem minor at first, but over time they can lead to rising energy bills, security concerns, and doors that stick every time you use them. A door that seems fine today can quickly become tomorrow’s headache.
Choose Peace of Mind Over Spooky Surprises
We get it—DIY projects feel rewarding. But hanging a heavy, precisely fitted entry door is very different from painting a wall. At Window Works Co., our trained technicians catch the details most homeowners never think to check. From squaring the frame to sealing against drafts and ensuring long-term functionality, we make sure your door works perfectly the first time. Every installation also comes with a 2-year warranty for your peace of mind.
Avoid a Fright This Halloween
As temperatures drop and trick-or-treaters arrive, don’t let your door give you chills for the wrong reasons. Professional installation guarantees a secure, energy-efficient entry that lasts for years—without any scary surprises.
Thinking about replacing your door? Make it a treat, not a trick by contacting Window Works for professional door installation you can trust. Contact us today and schedule your complimentary phone or in-home consultation today!