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Q: Can you turn a normal door into a fire door?

• <div><p>You might be able to turn a normal door into a fire-rated door, but you&rsquo;re better off purchasing one that meets all NFPA 80 standards. If you want to DIY a normal door into a fire door, you&rsquo;ll need a self-adhesive intumescent seal, metal hinges, fire-resistant glazing, and a self-closing device, but you&rsquo;re always better off buying a certified fire door.</p></div>

Q: Should a gate swing in or out?

• <div><p>Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.</p><p>There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.</p></div>

Q: What does it mean when a door is swollen?

• <div><p>A door swells up when there&rsquo;s a lot of moisture in the air. Wood doors are porous, and the elements can cause them to expand with humidity and contract with dry air. Prevent swelling by coating the door in weather-resistant paint, which creates a barrier to seal out moisture. Otherwise, go with a water-repellent finish after the fact. On the plus side, this problem will go away once the weather changes.</p></div>

Q: Can a barn door be too heavy?

• <div><p>Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home&rsquo;s framing, unless you&rsquo;re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.</p></div>

Q: What is the longest-lasting exterior door?

• <div><p>Steel doors last the longest, sometimes upwards of 100 years. Fiberglass comes in second, with a lifespan of 70 years. Wood doors have the lowest lifespan, with some wood types only last 20 to 40 years.</p></div>

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Last update on July 14, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
This project originally began only as painting the inside of the house. Ashley and Josh came in and found so many things that needed to be fixed that would impede the sell of the house. They always notified me of the issues as they came up, but they did not pressure me into hiring them to fix...
Smith Family Painting and Projects
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Reviewed in November 2023
Saved money and time and the best quality work . Kept me informed and updated and went beyond what was in the agreement to help us get into our new home . They added a 30 foot front cover porch Built a 35 foot wheelchair ramp and deck on rear of our new home . Quality work and materials and...
W T Shelton Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Mr Nesmith has done several projects for me including putting on a new roof, repairing a screened in back porch repair and currently completing a bathroom remodel. Very nice guy with fair pricing.
Nesmith Home Improvement
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Reviewed in April 2023
Paint cracked on door window frame. Frank very professional and repaired in timely manner. He was here at appointed time
West Shore Home Winston-Salem
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Reviewed in August 2021
Mr. Smith did an awesome job on my yard. My next door neighbor was even impressed! He is highly recommended by me to do your yard! If you want professional work done at a reasonable price, then he’s the man for the job!!
All Season Lawn Care LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Shaun did the repairs and was very efficient and very, very nice. We will be calling Local Garage Doors again when we need assistance with our garage doors. I will recommend him to friends and neighbors.
Garage Door Expert
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Reviewed in July 2019
Very nice guy came out to fix our sliding door, we like him and the service he did
NZ Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
We originally contacted the vendor in August and were told that they would get to the job by the end of September. When we called him back toward the end of September to verify the job he said that they could not do it that early he said two weeks. The next day he called us back and changed...
Danville Tree Care
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Reviewed in September 2014
Marvin worked for me two times (and I made super reviews on both works). This time, we needed a great painter for a house we want to rent. The house had a ugly looking kind of grey paint inside, depressive stuff and had been very badly painted : (paint on the floor, on the carpets, on the door...
Nelms Services
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Reviewed in December 2012
Two workers arrived, one named Toby and one named Caesar. Caesar was an assistant to Toby, and Toby performed the actual work. Rick (the owner) showed up about 45 minutes after his workers. Toby did an excellent job both performing the repairs and explaining the work he was performing. They...
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Prices Home Repair and Installation LLC

5.0(

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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or ReplaceStorm Door - Install

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Tim was great and very friendly and professional! He installed ceiling fans, barn door handles, hung tv’s, installed outdoor lighting, and installed electrical in our garage! Time is very handy and can tackle any project!"

Response time7 hrs

Response rate100%

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or Replace

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

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

5972 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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West Shore Home Winston-Salem

1.0(

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceSliding Door - Install

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

West Shore Home offers a risk-free home improvement experience, so you never have to worry that you are sacrificing on quality, convenience, or expertise. We specialize in window, entry door, shower and bath replacements, including walk-in tubs. We offer fully customizable, limited lifetime-guaranteed solutions installed in as little as one-day. All of our installers are in-house employees, so we can guarantee the quality of the whole project from start to finish. We get it done the way you want - fast, easy, smart and right.\n \nOur team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.

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Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Primarily we only take commercial work, however in this economy we feel diversity is key to success. We are experienced in Electrical Plumbing and general Handyman services. From drain cleaning to High-end Electronics installations. We hang TV's, install appliances, design and implement smarthome controls. Patching drywall and painting. Water heater replacement. Have a faucet that takes forever to get hot water, talk to us about solving that issue. We have 30 years experience in just about every small and odd job you can think of. We are not affraid to get dirty while keeping your property clean and clear of debris.

+13

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American Jewel Window Systems

4.5(

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1937

Credit card accepted

"I am extremely happy with AJ's service, start to finish. We initially reached out for an estimate at the beginning of 2015. A representative came to our house to explain all the different products as well as pricing and timing. I had reached out to 2 other companies before hand but was not comfortable their high pressure selling. AJ was very patient with us regarding our timing and budget. I received an estimate on the spot and was able to take my time to review and get back to them. We scheduled the work for May and was able to have 7 Windows removed and replaced in only a few hours. We are very impressed with the quick respond time, professionalism and quality of work including cleanup. We plan on using AJ to replace the remaining Windows as well as a sliding glass door in early 2016.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners

Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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Southern Garage Doors & Loading Dock Systems

4.4(

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was highly impressed with the quality of work and the professionalism. Even though my garage door system is 23 years old, they did not pressure me to replace the whole system, as another garage door company had done before. I thought I got great value for my money. I will definitely use them for any maintenance/repair work in the future, and when it is time to replace the garage door system, Southern Garage Doors will get my business.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Qualified Electrical Services

4.9(

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Doors - RepairDoors - Repair - For BusinessHardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace+3 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

As a former Federal Contractor, I believe in quality work from the beginning. Specializing in all electrical services and repairs! Being flexible, honest, and hard working has never failed me. Call or message me for a variety of electrical services at a discount. I am also offering remote services. I do offer some handyman/furniture assembly services.

+10

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Ferguson Home Improvements LLC

4.4(

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+12 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ferguson Home Improvements was very professional and on time when they did our tile work. The technicians were very respectful and instructed us of everything they were going to do in there step by step process and made sure we approved everything before the began the work. After the work was completed on-time and within budget they explained to us how to care for our new floor and made sure that our house was left they way it was when the arrived. We received a call about a week later from the owner of Ferguson Home Improvements to make sure we were satisfied with the work. All and all it was a great experience and we will use them in the future.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners

Doors - RepairDoors - Repair - For BusinessHardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace+3 more

Serving Dry Fork, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"The tech realigned the door senor."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Doors questions, answered by experts

You might be able to turn a normal door into a fire-rated door, but you’re better off purchasing one that meets all NFPA 80 standards. If you want to DIY a normal door into a fire door, you’ll need a self-adhesive intumescent seal, metal hinges, fire-resistant glazing, and a self-closing device, but you’re always better off buying a certified fire door.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

A door swells up when there’s a lot of moisture in the air. Wood doors are porous, and the elements can cause them to expand with humidity and contract with dry air. Prevent swelling by coating the door in weather-resistant paint, which creates a barrier to seal out moisture. Otherwise, go with a water-repellent finish after the fact. On the plus side, this problem will go away once the weather changes.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

Steel doors last the longest, sometimes upwards of 100 years. Fiberglass comes in second, with a lifespan of 70 years. Wood doors have the lowest lifespan, with some wood types only last 20 to 40 years.

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