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Is Your Front Door Costing You Money? 5 Signs It’s Letting Energy (and Cash) Slip Away

    Is Your Front Door Costing You Money?  5 Signs It’s Letting Energy (and Cash) Slip Away You might not think twice about your front door—until your energy bills creep up and your hallway feels like a wind tunnel. At  BlueWood Handyman , we’ve seen it time and time again: a tired old door or a poorly fitted frame silently draining your wallet. The good news? These issues are easy to spot—and even easier for us to fix. Here are 5 common signs your front door is costing you more than it should: 1️⃣ You Feel a Draft (Especially in the Winter) If you can feel a breeze sneaking in around your doorframe, it’s time to take action. Drafts are one of the biggest signs your door is not properly sealed. 🔧  How we fix it:  We fit quality weather stripping, adjust hinges, and seal gaps to block cold air and keep warmth where it belongs—inside. 2️⃣ Light Coming Through the Edges Stand inside during the day and check around the doorframe. If you can see daylight peekin...

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