What to do with Old Windows and Doors

Picture this: another freezing Canadian winter is approaching, and you feel that familiar chill whispering through the worn frame of your front door or the gap in your aging patio sliding doors. Your old windows and doors aren’t just an aesthetic issue for Homeowners; they are a constant drain on your furnace and a nagging security concern. Once the decision is made to commence a replacement—a significant investment in comfort, curb appeal, and energy efficiency—the next logical question arises: What to do with old windows and doors?

This decision, much like the precision installation itself, requires professional guidance. At Doormatic, we specialize in supplying and installing premium new products and offering complete solutions, including advice on responsible removal and disposal. As a trusted name in door and window replacement and installation across the Greater Toronto Area, Simcoe County, Ontario, and serving clients in Calgary and the Okanagan Valley, we provide expert advice to Support homeowners, property managers, and contractors throughout the entire process, prioritizing quality and energy-efficient solutions for Canada.

Why Replacement Isn’t Just an Upgrade—It’s Essential Maintenance

Before we explore recycling and disposal options, it’s vital to understand why your old windows and doors had to go in the first place. Delaying replacement due to disposal concerns means sacrificing comfort and increasing your monthly bills.

Look for these critical signs that your old units are failing:

1. Structural Failure: Visible warping in wood frames, cracks in fibreglass doors or steel doors panels, or extensive condensation between glass panes indicates the unit has failed.
2. Energy Drain: Excessive drafts around the frame or frozen moisture buildup signals inadequate insulation and major thermal leakage, severely compromising your home’s energy efficiency. Replacing these with ENERGY STAR Certified products is essential for long-term savings.
3. Compromised Security: Difficulty closing or locking, loose hinges, or noticeable gaps in the frame create major security risks. If you ever found yourself needing to learn How to Replace a Front Door Lock because the old mechanism failed, it’s a sign the whole door unit might be compromised.
4. Maintenance Overload: Constant issues with weather stripping, loose hardware, or paint peeling beyond repair indicate that the unit is past its effective lifespan.

Modern entry doors, patio doors, and window systems offer superior insulation and robust security features. They are manufactured to tighter tolerances than older models, ensuring better fit, reduced air leaks, and significantly improved property value, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Investing in energy-efficient doors is the smart choice.

Choosing the Right Door and Windows for Your Home

When you partner with Doormatic, selecting the perfect replacement for your old units is simplified. Our experts offer guidance based on your budget, location, and aesthetic preferences, ensuring the chosen products enhance your home’s style.

We specialize in various door and window types, all optimized for Canada’s demanding seasons:

• Door Materials: We offer the best steel doors for maximum security, fibreglass doors for low-maintenance beauty, and high-end wood options. We also supply and install functional garage doors.
• Window Types: Our Energy-Efficient Windows include premium vinyl windows and the highest performance double or triple-pane windows, designed for superior thermal performance and noise reduction. We even offer advice on proper skylights selection.
• Style and Function: We provide countless styles for entryway doors, patio doors, and French doors, ensuring the right design options for modern homes. Our consultants review all necessary specifications and guide you through available customization options to match your existing home’s style. We ensure the measurements are exact for a seamless fit and finish.

We provide solutions from many trusted brands including JELD-WEN, Ply Gem, Pella, and Norwood, focusing on high-performance units that are built to last and align with the highest Canadian building codes.

Why Professional Installation is Key

The best way to handle old units is to avoid needing a replacement prematurely. Professional installation is the single most important factor in the lifespan and long-term performance of your new entry doors and Windows & Doors.

Trying to perform professional window and door replacements yourself or hiring an inexperienced contractor can lead to significant problems: misalignment, compromised security gaps, and failed energy efficiency. Our professional technicians prevent these risks by focusing on exact measurements and adherence to stringent quality standards. We ensure the new frame is perfectly level and plumb, which is vital for the proper operation of the lock mechanism and hinges.

Our certified technicians are factory-certified training and use state-of-the-art tools to ensure the fit and finish is flawless. We adhere to standards like NAFS-22 (North American Fenestration Standard) and guarantee compliance with all Canadian building codes. This dedication to precision enhances durability and is required to keep your generous industry leading warranty valid. When you choose Doormatic, you get a genuine service guarantee and complete peace of mind through our expertise and reliability.

The Doormatic Difference: Expertise, Quality, and Eco-Conscious Practices

What makes Doormatic the leading choice for installation services for homeowners, contractors, and property managers in Canada? Our difference lies in our commitment to quality, detail, and local support. We are a Family-Owned Window and Door Company built on principles of honesty and being utterly customer-focused.

We proudly focus on Canadian-made products and support our national manufacturing facility. We showcase superior craftsmanship and innovation from respected brands like Pollard, Euro Vinyl windows (made from durable uPVC material), and have partnered with top names in exterior building products like Cornerstone Building Brands and Mitten vinyl siding. We serve a massive market reach, including Burlington, Ottawa, New Brunswick (with store locations in Charlottetown, Halifax, Saint John, and Fredericton), and Alberta’s harsh weather conditions, ensuring our products are tested to stand the test of time.

Our relationships with manufacturers mean we offer factory-direct purchasing and better-than-average manufacturer pricing on products from the DF Collection, Willmar Collection, and United Collection. We provide specialized building materials and specialty building materials from companies like ARchitectural Building Products and offer various design options and style options at our display centres in locations like Boulevard Saint-Régis Dorval and Scoudouc.

We offer an exceptional customer service experience backed by our knowledge and experience. This includes a generous transferable 25-year warranty and the ability to offer flexible Payments from $58 Bi-Weekly. You can trust our team, including our renowned sales rep Melanie, to guide your window and doors upgrading experience.

Step-by-Step Replacement Process and Grant Opportunities

Choosing Doormatic simplifies your project, from initial design to the final responsible removal of your old windows and doors. We make the entire process transparent:

1. Initial Contact & Free Consultation: Schedule your appointment via phone or our support page. Our professional technicians conduct a detailed inspection and assessment, focusing on your old windows and doors and identifying any structural issues.
2. Consultation & Selection: We provide transparent quotes and guide you through selecting the ideal styles and materials (such as Triple-pane windows and fibreglass doors) tailored to your budget and aesthetic goals. We discuss available colors and custom fabrication options in our custom shop.
3. Installation & Compliance: Our technicians handle the removal of the old units, manage responsible disposal, and meticulously perform the installation, focusing on airtight sealing and perfect functionality. We ensure all energy-efficient products meet the highest NFRC and Canadian Standards Association standards.
4. Incentives: We help Homeowners navigate home-efficiency retrofits and potential savings programs. Replacing your old units with ENERGY STAR Certified products often qualifies for the Government of Canada’s Greener Homes Grant under the Canada Greener Homes Initiative. We can help you utilize the Rebate Calculator to maximize savings via programs like the BC Energy Efficiency Rebate or the Home Renovation Savings Program. This applies to both residential replacement and new home construction projects.

Conclusion

Replacing old windows and doors is one of the most impactful investments you can make in your home’s comfort, security, and future property value. By choosing Doormatic, you are selecting an experience defined by superior products, expert knowledge, and responsible practices, all backed by an industry leading warranty. We exclusively offer solutions that are ENERGY STAR Certified by Natural Resources Canada and feature top-tier energy-efficient doors and high-performance Replacement Windows.

Ready to upgrade your home with new windows and doors that combine beauty, durability, and efficiency? Contact Doormatic today for a Free consultation and experience seamless installation by experts you can trust.