"Sam did excellent job taking out old & putting in new door locks in front side & garage doors. Also immediately returned to assist in prigraming combination lock"
"Rob has done multiple jobs throughout our home. We have always been extremely happy with his work. He has replaced interior doors for us, redid an entire bathroom for us, added a small deck outside our sliding doors, and a dog barrier that keeps our dogs safe. He also does handyman things for us like replacing locks on doors. He is friendly, polite, and professional. He shows up on time and always cleans up his workspaces before he leaves. cleans up his workspaces before he leaves."
"The service and quality of work that Jason brings to all his projects is outstanding. He is a pleasure to work with and is always really friendly, as well as great at explaining what needs to be done. We cannot wait to have CMS Home Services help us with our big remodel!"
"We had a great experience with Jacob! He helped us with some outdoor work and patio repairs, and did an awesome job. He was friendly, reliable, and made sure everything was done right. We really appreciate his hard work and would definitely recommend him!"
"They did a great job installing the new patio door. They took the time they needed (830 am until almost 6 pm) and it looks great and works wonderfully. The difference in weatherproofing is astounding."
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 completion of a project.
You can convert a pre-hung door into a Dutch door, but it’s more of a pain. Pre-hung doors are already set in the frame with the hinges and everything aligned, so once you cut the slab in half, you’ll likely need to adjust the hinge placement and maybe even mess with the frame itself. It’s doable, but expect some trial and error because it’s not a straight-swap situation.
You put shims between the three-sided frame to which the door hinges are attached and the framing of the rough wall opening. Using shims like this will center your door in the wall opening and allows you to make small adjustments to get your door plumb and level for smooth operation. Your shims and the gap they fill will be covered when you install door trim, so don’t worry too much about the appearance.
A security door costs an average of $1,400, but costs can range from $600 for a simple screen or steel door to more than $4,600 for a wrought-iron security door. You can also buy specialized locks separately for $200 to $600. If you decide to hire a pro to install your new security door, you’ll spend around $275 to $425 on labor costs.
Steel doors have a few primary disadvantages. They’re hard to customize since they can’t be cut to fit an opening; they’re cumbersome and thus difficult to install on your own; and they don’t have the same aesthetic appeal as wood doors. Finally, while they’re highly durable and secure, they are susceptible to dents, scratches, and rusting.
While applying a small amount of olive oil to a door hinge may not cause problems, regularly using olive oil or vegetable oil can cause door hinges to become sticky and gummed up over time. Additionally, residue from food-grade products can actually turn rancid.
The Holt, MI homeowners’ guide to door services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Whether you’re installing a new door or replacing an existing one, the cost of door installation varies based on location, door type, framing needs, and other factors.
Are you looking to upgrade an old door in your home? Use this interior door installation cost guide to estimate the project's total cost and learn how to save.
There are many types of interior doors, from swinging to folding and sliding. This article breaks down each to help you find the right door for your needs.