Does installing a pet door compromise the security of my home?

• <div><p>Although some pet doors allow easier access for burglars or stray animals, there are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-pet-door-pose-security-risk.htm">ways to make pet doors more secure</a>. To increase your home’s security, choose locking or electronically activated doors, use additional motion sensor security cameras, and install pet doors on a wall where door locking mechanisms are difficult to access. </p></div>

Do I put hinges on the door or frame first?

• <div><p>You can attach the hinges to either the door or the frame first, depending on your preference. The order will not affect how the door hangs or the ease of installation. However, we recommend starting with the top hinge over the bottom one for stability, as it’s much easier to support the door from below while you install the top hinge. It will also be easier to pull the door outward from the hinges as it hangs from the top than it would be to push the door toward the hinges, as there’s less clearance on the lock side.</p></div>

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Q: Can you sand down a door to fit?

• <div><p>You can open up more space between the door and the floor by sanding the bottom of the door, but it will take longer compared to using a hand planer. However, you could use a belt sander, which some believe is even better than a hand planer for planing a door. Also, it could leave a smoother finish on the bottom of the door.</p></div>

Q: What is a butterfly hinge?

• <div><p>A butterfly hinge&mdash;also known as a surface mount hinge or dovetail hinge&mdash;is exactly what it sounds like: a hinge that resembles a butterfly. This type of decorative hinge, which is mounted on the surface of a door or cabinet, consists of two panels. One panel is mounted on a stable surface like a door frame and the other is mounted on the surface you need to open. It hinges open and closed like the wings of a butterfly.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between a doorway floor transition and a door jamb?

• <div><p>Many doorways feature two door jambs. These are installed on both sides of a doorway to prevent the door from swinging too far. Door jambs usually stop the door at 180 degrees when closed. A doorway floor transition sits between the door jambs on the floor, helping to create a safer and more aesthetically pleasing transition from one flooring type to the next. </p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Professional, timely and best installers we’ve had. Our installers took to time to get everything fit right. They had their hands full with a few doors and windows, due to bad framing from our construction contractor. Our new doors and windows work flawlessly now.
Window Nation St. Louis
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Reviewed in May 2024
Excellent. They were very professional and kind. The new door looks amazing. We are very pleased with the product and services we were provided. Highly recommend!!
Sims Home Repair
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Reviewed in January 2024
We are very pleased with MM Maintenance. Prompt communication, excellent work, fair pricing, an eye for detail and friendly. You get the feeling they treat your home like it was their own. The did a great job on some drywall repair as well, corrected a door problem and did a plumbing repair. ...
MM Home Maintenance & Repairs
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Reviewed in April 2021
Marion was hired to put in 4 windows, a door and two other things he did not complete. He made it sound so easy, he will take all measurements and put all supplies on hold at **** *****, we pay for and have at house and he’ll do the work. It was a fiasco from the start. Most of the supplies were...
The Property Masters
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Reviewed in October 2019
I just want an exterior door slab replaced!
K & H Home Solution
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Reviewed in August 2018
Mitchell came out to do some custom aluminum trim to help keep water from getting behind my siding since I do not have an overhang on my house. He did a great job explaining what to do to fix the problem, custom made the trim on site, and gave me two options on how it would look. Came out really...
Budget contracting llc
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Reviewed in March 2018
I had called this place to get an estimate to replace two doors. An employee called to, presumably, confirm that the visit was a go. Guy: So, just to make sure, the home owner will be there for the visit, right? Me: Yep, I'll be here. Guy: (pause) Well, are you married? Me: Yeah, but it...
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc. (St. Louis)*
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Reviewed in August 2016
Very knowledgeable in this business and trustworthy; gave sound advice with cost estimates accurate. We were able to lower costs by helping with labor and painting . Great to work with. I was able to help with putting on fireplace facing. Issues with an exterior door and roofing were promptly...
Taylor Construction
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