Exterior doors

The windows and doors in your home do more than just let in light and fresh air: they protect your interior from the elements, ensure security, and contribute to your home's energy efficiency. Over time, weatherstripping, draft excluders, locks, and hinges wear out or become misaligned. At Entretien Pro-Actif, we recommend regular checks of these components to maintain your comfort, safety, and the durability of your joinery.

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Why check seals, weatherstripping, locks, and hinges?

• Waterproofing and insulation: Damaged seals or weatherstripping allow air and water to pass through, increasing drafts, infiltration, and your heating or air conditioning bills.

• Security: A poorly adjusted or jammed lock can become stuck, making access difficult or vulnerable to break-ins.

• Functionality and longevity: Poorly lubricated or loose hinges cause squeaking, accelerate component wear, and can lead to sagging of the door or window.

Consequences of neglect

• Loss of comfort: drafts, water infiltration, and noise pollution

• Higher energy bills: uncontrolled heat loss

• Risk of burglary: faulty locks make break-ins easier

• Premature wear and high repair costs: damaged hinges and seals require complete replacement of the joinery

Regularly checking seals, weatherstripping, locks, and hinges is a small preventive measure that protects your home, your comfort, and your safety. For comprehensive, worry-free monitoring, call on Entretien Pro-Actif: our technicians schedule your inspections, replace or repair defective parts, and use quality products to ensure the performance of your windows and doors. Contact us today to schedule your annual maintenance and ensure the longevity of your carpentry.