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Front entry doors that look right on your home, lock securely and seal tightly, installed with a properly flashed threshold and finished trim.
NJ HIC #13VH12036000 | Serving homeowners across New Jersey from East Rutherford
- Free inspection & estimateNo-cost first visit
- NJ HIC #13VH12036000Registered Home Improvement Contractor
- East Rutherford headquarters168 Humboldt St
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The door everyone sees
Your front entry door sets the tone for the whole house. It is also the door that gets used most, faces the weather head-on, and carries the most expectation for security. Choosing one involves style and practical decisions at the same time.
Entry door systems can include the door itself, sidelites on one or both sides, a transom above, decorative glass, and the frame, threshold and hardware that tie it together. Each choice affects appearance, light, privacy and how the unit fits the existing opening.
We start by looking at the opening, the porch or stoop, the existing trim and how the door faces the weather. We also check the existing frame and sill for rot, since a new door set into a damaged opening will not seal well for long. Then we talk through materials, glass and hardware options. Specific brands and products are options we can discuss together, based on what fits your opening and budget.
Exposure matters
A front door under a deep porch roof lives a very different life from one facing full afternoon sun and wind-driven rain. Exposure influences which materials and finishes make sense, and how carefully the head and threshold need to be flashed.
Why homeowners replace front doors
These are the reasons we hear most often.
Dated or worn appearance
Faded, peeling or dented doors that no longer suit the house.
Security concerns
Loose frames, weak strikes or old locks that do not feel secure.
Drafts at the entry
Cold air around the slab, sidelites or threshold in winter.
Sun-damaged finish
Doors facing strong sun whose finish fades, checks or blisters.
Leaks at sidelites
Water getting in around sidelite glass or at the bottom corners.
Rotted brickmold
Exterior trim around the door that has softened from moisture.
Refresh the door you have or choose a new one?
A tired-looking door is not always a failed door.
When the existing door may be kept
- Slab flat and solid
- Frame square and dry
- Mainly cosmetic wear or outdated hardware
- Weatherstripping is the only source of drafts
When a new entry door makes sense
- Warped, split or delaminating slab
- Rotted frame or sidelite sills
- Security concerns with the frame itself
- You want a different size or configuration
Factors that affect the decision
The condition of the frame and sill, how exposed the entry is, the style of the house, the hardware you want and your budget.
When further investigation is needed
Changing configuration, such as adding sidelites, can require widening the opening and a new header. Depending on the project and town, a permit or inspection may be required.
How an entry door project works
Request
Send photos of your entry from the street and up close.
Visit
We measure the opening and look at the frame, threshold and stoop.
Choose
We go over materials, glass, hardware and finish options with you.
Estimate
You receive a written estimate for the door you select.
Install
The old unit comes out, the opening is checked and the new door is set, flashed and sealed.
Finish
Trim is completed, hardware adjusted and the door checked for smooth operation.
Entry doors with glass or custom options can have longer lead times. We confirm timing when you approve the estimate.
Entry door options
General information to help you think about choices. We help narrow them down for your home.
Door materials
Fiberglass, steel and wood each offer a different balance of look, durability and upkeep.
Sidelites & transoms
Glass panels beside or above the door that bring light into the entry.
Glass options
Clear, textured, frosted or decorative glass to balance light and privacy.
Hardware
Handlesets, deadbolts and hinges in finishes that suit the door and house.
What Our Customers Say
We have not yet received Google reviews about entry doors specifically. These are genuine Google reviews about our work in general.
Excerpt“He is prompt, dependable and his work is superb. I have known him for several years and he remains the same. He sticks with a job until everthing is completely finished and done well.”
Excerpt“We have used Matt a couple of times and referred him to our family members as well. He has done an excellent job for all the jobs.”
“Great prices quality work they took there time to explain to me in detail I would highly recommend them 100%”
Quoted from our Google Business Profile. Rating and count as of October 28, 2026.
Entry doors for homes across New Jersey
We help homeowners choose and install front doors throughout the state, working from our East Rutherford headquarters. Find your county or see all service areas.
Headquarters
168 Humboldt St, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(551) 241-0470 · monarchroofingnj@gmail.com
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Entry door FAQs
Which entry door material is best?
There is no single best. Fiberglass resists denting and warping, steel is strong and economical, and wood offers a traditional look with more upkeep. We help you weigh them for your entry.
Can you add sidelites to my existing entry?
Possibly. It usually means widening the opening and adding a header, which may require a permit depending on your town. We evaluate the wall first.
Do you install the locks and hardware?
Yes. Handlesets and deadbolts are installed and adjusted as part of the door project. Let us know if you have hardware you want to use.
Can my new door be painted or stained?
Many doors come factory-finished or primed for paint, and some fiberglass doors can be stained. Options depend on the door you choose.
How do you keep water out at the threshold?
We check the sill and subfloor, use a sill pan or sill flashing, and seal the threshold so water drains outward.
Will a new door fit my existing opening?
Many do, but older homes sometimes have non-standard sizes. We measure carefully and discuss whether a stock or ordered size fits.
Does a glass door reduce privacy?
Textured, frosted and decorative glass let light in while obscuring the view. We can show you options.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. The visit and estimate for your entry door are free.
Request Your Free Entry Door Estimate
Tell us about your project, upload photos if available, and choose your preferred inspection date and time.
Please note: preferred dates and times are requests until your booking is confirmed.
Prefer to talk? Call or text (551) 241-0470 or email monarchroofingnj@gmail.com.
Ready for a New Front Door?
Send us a few photos of your entry. We will visit for free, measure the opening and help you sort through the options.