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Q: Which way should a gate swing, in or out?

• <div><p>The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.</p><p>There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.</p><p>Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a slab door and a prehung door, and which is better to install?

• <div><p>A slab door is a standalone door without a frame or hardware. A prehung door is a complete set that includes the door, frame, hinges, and sometimes the doorknob and lockset.</p><p>In most cases, a prehung door is the better and easier option to install, especially for DIY projects or exterior applications, as they often come pre-weatherproofed. They require fewer tools and less experience to install properly. Although prehung doors are heavier and have a higher upfront cost, the investment is often worthwhile for a complete upgrade that includes a new frame.</p><p>A slab door may be a better choice if you are on a tight budget, have a custom-sized wall opening, or only need to replace the door while keeping the existing frame. While the initial cost is lower, you will need to purchase all the hardware separately and do more DIY work to hang it, which may not result in significant time or money savings.</p></div>

Q: Which is more energy efficient: sliding or French doors?

• <div><p>French doors can seal better, so a good quality, well-insulated French door will be more energy efficient than the best insulated sliding door. That&rsquo;s because there&rsquo;s no way to totally seal a sliding door and still allow it to slide past the jamb effectively.</p></div>

Q: Should residential exterior doors swing in or out?

• <div><p>Residential exterior doors should swing inward. While this cuts into your living space and prevents you from putting furniture near the inside of your door, it also means that the hinges will only be accessible from the interior. Hinges that sit on the outside of your home leave your property far less secure, as someone looking to get in could simply unscrew them and remove your door. Additionally, inswing exterior doors will be operable even if you have snow or other obstructions outside.</p></div>

Q: Are sliding glass doors watertight?

• <div><p>While sliding glass doors are designed to be rainproof and weather resistant, they cannot be considered 100% watertight in conditions with heavy rain or winds. However, maintaining a door properly and ensuring that seals are tight can dramatically reduce risks of water intrusion. </p></div>

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Last update on August 24, 2026

Reviewed in August 2026
Mike did a great and thorough job on replacing and installing my front door He also put a new outside metal roof and trim on my barn…looks amazing Well done I highly recommend his services
Edes Helping Hands
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Reviewed in October 2025
Sawtooth Services replaced the entire roof and repaired past storm/tree damage on my 100+ year old farmhouse. They did such a wonderful job! When I was not able to be on site, they were in contact with me during the entire process. I couldn’t be more pleased with their diligence, ethics and...
Sawtooth Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
David figured out a challenging project on a cabinet so old that its hinges are no longer available. He was courteous, professional and punctual. I am grateful that his creative thinking and stick-to-itiveness resulted in a cabinet door that is working again! Thank you, David!!!
DP Painting
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Reviewed in July 2023
Over the past several months, with OCD's assistance, I have undertaken some pretty significant projects on a 1950's home that I recently purchased. He replaced windows, added doors, rebuilt window wells, fixed masonry and most recently completed a waterproofing project in my basement. ...
OCD Handyman
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Reviewed in April 2023
Jim was great, very glad we found him. He rebuilt stairs and landings, installed stairway rails, did tile in the kitchen, replaced storm doors and more. He is an excellent craftsman, able to manage project work all by himself in good time. He was neat, respectful of someone else's home,...
Bird Dog Construction
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Reviewed in March 2023
I have a metal garage with a roll up door and an opener. I contacted several garage door companies and no one wants to work on these. My door got stuck in open position and I was trying to get someone to look at it. Kyle responded very quickly and was here within a day. He looked at the door,...
TIMBERLINE OVERHEAD DOOR SYSTEMS LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
I purchased 2 new storm doors from Hammond lumber Fairfield maine.. Jason Hillard told me they were not the doors he had ordered for me but they would fit and I would get a refund for the difference in price. Jason installed them on my new mobile home. They leak and do not fit properly. Both...
Improve ME
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Reviewed in February 2021
He has done almost everything for me; window installations, framing, installed doors, siding etc. Highly recommend.
Coastal Maine Painting & Construction
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Reviewed in November 2018
Halldale Builders performed work to add an in--law apartment onto our existing home, consisting of one bedroom, great room, kitchen area, bath. They joined the buildings with a mud room on the inside and a farmer's porch stretching the length of both buildings on the exterior. They do impeccable...
Halldale Builders
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Reviewed in September 2018
Not sure where to begin. First off I will say that the scheduling was not accurate at all. Weeks behind schedule and unable to provide timeline. Requested pieces installed above the door to prevent ice from falling in the winter never got done. Called them in the spring time for them to say they...
Generations Custom Homes
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In business since 2000

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"My installer, Larry, was really great! He went above and beyond."

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Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

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Offers commercial services

"They were not able to fill our door space, and wanted us to make too many compromises"

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"David figured out a challenging project on a cabinet so old that its hinges are no longer available. He was courteous, professional and punctual. I am grateful that his creative thinking and stick-to-itiveness resulted in a cabinet door that is working again! Thank you, David!!!"

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Response time6 hrs

Response rate87%

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n

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In business since 2022

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"Mike did a great and thorough job on replacing and installing my front door He also put a new outside metal roof and trim on my barn…looks amazing Well done I highly recommend his services"

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Prompt, reasonable and professional. Good crew. Came up with great ideas on other projects I have in mind. Love my new ceiling, they fixed all the rot in my subfloors and prepped for new flooring. Would recommend for all your weekend projects. Did I mention they work efficiently? what they got done in a weekend probably would have taken a 4 man crew a week. Nick, Gerry and Frank are the crew for you."

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

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"quality is always excellent. Delivery has always been on time. this is the third time I have used Arkansas wood door"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Great work, honest, and professional. Will definitely hire them again for my next home project."

+28

Response time2 days

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Efficient, friendly, helpful, truthful, honest, trustworthy. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Serving Monroe, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"The tech realigned the door senor."

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Doors questions, answered by experts

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

A slab door is a standalone door without a frame or hardware. A prehung door is a complete set that includes the door, frame, hinges, and sometimes the doorknob and lockset.

In most cases, a prehung door is the better and easier option to install, especially for DIY projects or exterior applications, as they often come pre-weatherproofed. They require fewer tools and less experience to install properly. Although prehung doors are heavier and have a higher upfront cost, the investment is often worthwhile for a complete upgrade that includes a new frame.

A slab door may be a better choice if you are on a tight budget, have a custom-sized wall opening, or only need to replace the door while keeping the existing frame. While the initial cost is lower, you will need to purchase all the hardware separately and do more DIY work to hang it, which may not result in significant time or money savings.

French doors can seal better, so a good quality, well-insulated French door will be more energy efficient than the best insulated sliding door. That’s because there’s no way to totally seal a sliding door and still allow it to slide past the jamb effectively.

Residential exterior doors should swing inward. While this cuts into your living space and prevents you from putting furniture near the inside of your door, it also means that the hinges will only be accessible from the interior. Hinges that sit on the outside of your home leave your property far less secure, as someone looking to get in could simply unscrew them and remove your door. Additionally, inswing exterior doors will be operable even if you have snow or other obstructions outside.

While sliding glass doors are designed to be rainproof and weather resistant, they cannot be considered 100% watertight in conditions with heavy rain or winds. However, maintaining a door properly and ensuring that seals are tight can dramatically reduce risks of water intrusion.

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