How Doors Affect Comfort and Energy Use
An old door can leak air around the slab, under the threshold and through gaps behind the trim. A new insulated door with fresh weatherstripping and a properly sealed frame closes those paths. Glass panels with Low-E coatings help limit heat gain, which matters on west-facing walls. The result is fewer drafts, less humidity inside and a cooling system that does not have to run as hard.
Doors We Install
- Entry doors in fiberglass, steel and wood, with or without sidelites and transoms
- Storm doors with glass and screen inserts for ventilation and added protection
- Sliding glass doors and patio doors in vinyl, fiberglass and aluminum-clad wood
- French doors for a classic opening to a deck or patio
We install products from brands including Pella.
Sliding Glass Doors: What to Look For
Older sliders often have worn rollers, bent tracks and failing seals. When choosing a replacement, look for smooth-rolling hardware, multi-point locks, Low-E glass and a sill designed to drain water out rather than in. For openings onto a deck or patio, consider how the panels slide relative to furniture and traffic. Byram homeowners planning backyard upgrades can also look at our Byram hardscape and retaining wall work.
Installation Day
- Protect floors and remove the old door and frame.
- Inspect the opening for rot and repair as needed.
- Install sill pan flashing and set the new unit plumb and square.
- Insulate gaps, install trim and seal the exterior.
- Adjust hardware and weatherstripping, then clean up.
Most single doors are installed in a day. See our Byram window and door services for window options too, and our Hinds County page for more.
Common Questions
Why do Byram homeowners choose Tekton Exteriors for doors?
We are licensed and insured, handle the full job from measuring to trim and focus on the flashing and sealing details that keep doors working well in humid weather.
How long does door installation take?
Most single entry or storm doors are installed in a day. Larger patio doors or openings that need repair can take longer.
Do new doors help with energy efficiency?
Yes. An insulated door with modern weatherstripping and Low-E glass reduces drafts and heat gain compared to an older, worn door.
What types of doors do you install?
Entry doors, storm doors, sliding glass doors, French doors and patio doors in fiberglass, steel, wood and vinyl.