Frequently Asked Questions

A: No, in most cases, we can replace the glass in your existing window, which is much less expensive than replacing the whole window.

A: No, the entire insulated glass piece must be replaced because they are manufactured as one sealed double pane unit. Give us a call, and we can replace it for you.

A: No, if the closer leaks oil, it is shot and needs to be replaced. Give us a call, and we can replace it for you.

A: We recommend that glass shelving be at least ¼" thick, depending on how you support the shelf and how heavy of objects you put on the shelves.

A: Aluminum doors become cold when the temperature outside is freezing. When the temperature difference inside and outside the door is significant enough, moisture from inside the building condenses on the cooler aluminum surface to create frost. In cold climates like Minnesota, having an interior vestibule or heat trap with a door connecting the area to the interior of your building is recommended. Doing so eliminates most problems with doors frosting up and keeps your interior space more comfortable.

A: Unfortunately, we don't do any keying here, so you need to contact a locksmith for that. However, we can supply you with the cylinders to bring to your preferred locksmith, or you can provide us with your newly keyed cylinders, and we will install them into the new doors. You can also have a locksmith come out after installing doors to key everything onsite.

Compared to a wood or steel door, yes! They won't need to be painted and won't rust or deteriorate near as fast as a steel door. Periodic weather stripping and hinge maintenance may need to be done occasionally.