Q. I have an old wooden front door with sidelights. The door is in bad shape and leaky, but the sidelights are fine. Is it possible to replace just the door and not the sidelights to save money? A.

Q. I have an old wooden front door with sidelights. The door is in bad shape and leaky, but the sidelights are fine. Is it possible to replace just the door and not the sidelights to save money? A.

There’s nothing that says “welcome” like a beautiful, well-maintained front entry. But the door or doors that separate your home from the rest of the world should do more than simply add curb appeal.

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The first thing people notice when they come to your home is the front door. This entrance gives everyone a first and lasting impression, so it is imperative that your home speaks true to you and your ...