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The exterior of your home -- from the way your yard is landscaped to how your Minnesota house looks as people are walking up sidewalk -- makes a distinct first impression. If you are like most homeowners, you want that first impression to be a positive one. Choosing the right exterior door is one such way to do so. As the entry to your home, replacing your entry door reaps you the following benefits: 

1. Increased Beauty 

A spectacular entry door can make a fantastic first impression by adding a great deal of visual appeal. Whether this is due to it having lots of glass, intricate designs etched upon its surface or a fresh burst of color, a new entry door breathes fresh life into the exterior of your home.

2. Better Security

It is an unfortunate reality of life today that your security is something that you must always be aware of. As the place where you feel most comfortable, you want to also feel secure within your home. If your house has a door that is aging, it is worth your peace of mind to replace it with a newer model. Today's entry doors combine beauty with the practicality of being secure and durable. 

3. Energy Efficient

As a home ages, it can develop gaps around the door jamb where the cold Minnesota air can creep in during those long winter months. Not only can these drafts make you and your family uncomfortable, they can drive up your utility costs exponentially. Reduce these costs and keep your family comfortable this winter by replacing your front door with a new one that is energy efficient. You will quickly recover your investment when you see a reduction in your utility costs during the colder months. 

4. Low Maintenance

If you are like many people, you never really gave much thought to the fact that you would need to do maintenance on your entry door. Indeed, as the elements wreak havoc on the exterior of your home, you might find yourself faced with an entry door that has peeling paint. When combined with the dents and dings that can be par for the course as your door takes a beating over the years, you might wonder how to make your entryway look great once more. Replacing your door with a steel or fiberglass model can make it easier for you to maintain the beauty of the outside of your home. 

Make the entryway to your home reflect its unique personality by replacing your door. With the vast selection of entry doors that are on the market, you can easily find one that matches your needs as well as your budget.