{"id":12700,"date":"2025-04-16T17:57:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T21:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/?p=12700"},"modified":"2026-01-19T08:39:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T13:39:55","slug":"make-exterior-wood-doors-last-longer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/make-exterior-wood-doors-last-longer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Exterior Wood Doors Last Longer"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12700\" class=\"elementor elementor-12700\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c577dbf post-lf-hero e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7c577dbf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b1bd0fd 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data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"87\" height=\"96\" src=\"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/roof-maxx-icon-light-bg.svg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-13686\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-238720c7 post-lf-summary e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"238720c7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3da70784 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3da70784\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13cbe8e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"13cbe8e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Summary<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-178f805d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"178f805d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wood exterior doors last longer with regular cleaning, sealing, and protection from moisture. Cleaning the surface and seams helps prevent rot and mold, while exterior oil-based paint or clear sealants like spar or marine-grade varnish protect against weather damage. Doors should be refinished every few years or whenever cracking or peeling appears. Overhangs, weatherstripping, and routine hardware maintenance further reduce moisture exposure and extend door life, as does taking care of your roof.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60eb235 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60eb235\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<table class=\"responsive-table\">\n<tbody>\n\n<tr>\n<td><b>Time to Read<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6\u20138 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to make exterior wood doors last longer<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to clean a wooden entrance door<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to paint or seal wooden doors<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why you should install overhangs over wooden doors<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How roof care helps protect your exterior wood doors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Next Steps<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect your wooden doors for signs of wear and tear<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paint, seal, or stain the door, or buff in boiled linseed oil<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact a Roof Maxx dealer to give your roof the right TLC<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18ce7885 e-con-full post-lf-main e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"18ce7885\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d0591e7 e-con-full post-lf-main-text-inicial e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4d0591e7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62188cc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"62188cc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wood is a show-stopping material for residential exterior doors. Species like mahogany, walnut, white oak, fir, and cedar are popular and durable enough to last for decades.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular inspections can help you spot problems early, but there are other effective ways to reduce the impacts of exposure. Below, we\u2019ll share our top tips for preserving your wood exterior doors, like sealing the surface, adding overhangs, weatherstripping, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/faqs\/how-roof-maxx-works\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treating your roof with Roof Maxx<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3725a1d elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"3725a1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg 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size-full wp-image-14874\" alt=\"Infographic with Door Maintenance Tips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Roof-Maxx-Door-Maintenance-Tips-info.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Roof-Maxx-Door-Maintenance-Tips-info-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Roof-Maxx-Door-Maintenance-Tips-info-768x435.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Infographic with Door Maintenance Tips<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b3a3d72 e-con-full post-lf-main-text-1 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5b3a3d72\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4960ddad elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4960ddad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Cleaning Your Wood Exterior Door Matters\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55e479e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"55e479e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your exterior doors stand between the inside of your home and the great outdoors. They\u2019re always there to protect you, but they collect a lot of grime in the process.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, mud, dirt, and debris build up on the surface of your door and seep into the seams along the frame. These environmental &#8220;treasures&#8221; are unsightly and create the perfect breeding ground for moisture, wood rot, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/get-rid-of-window-mold\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mold, and algae.<\/span><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular cleaning gives exterior wood surfaces a chance to dry out when the weather is nice. It also helps you catch early signs of damage before they turn into costly repairs.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2aa32274 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2aa32274\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Tips for Cleaning Exterior Wood Doors\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-54a23baa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"54a23baa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning a wood exterior door is relatively easy, and it&#8217;s definitely something you can DIY on your own at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just follow these best practices:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid Harsh Chemicals: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay away from bleach, ammonia, and disinfectants (e.g., Lysol). These might seem like an intuitive choice, but they contain solvents that may damage the wood.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use Mild Soap and Water:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Warm water and a little bit of dish soap is really all you need to clean your exterior doors. Dawn works well and is safe for pets\/kids.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scrub Gently: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a microfiber scrub or soft sponge to gently remove any dirt and debris. Rinse thoroughly after you\u2019re done.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dry Thoroughly: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After washing, use a soft, dry towel or cloth to wick up any remaining water. This will prevent moisture from soaking into the wood.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dust Routinely: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dust the door with a microfiber cloth once a week. This will help remove any new buildup and prevent it from scratching the surface over time.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For added protection, you can also buff in a small amount of boiled linseed oil (not regular) with a microfiber cloth. 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&amp; Sealing for Extra Protection\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-243e479 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"243e479\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painting or sealing your door provides a protective layer against UV rays, the weather, and moisture. It also lowers your risk for warping, cracking, and fading. Follow the steps below for the best results.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9220d5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c9220d5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Paint or Seal an Exterior Wood Door\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-83ef608 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"83ef608\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both stain and paint will protect your door from the elements. Paint is opaque and hides the grain, while stain is usually clear or tinted, and either highlights it or deepens the color instead.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s best to tackle this job on a dry day when you aren\u2019t expecting any precipitation. If you paint or seal it when it&#8217;s cold, raining, or snowy, it could bubble up or peel off early.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019re ready, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If You Choose Paint: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go with exterior-grade paint. Oil-based paints are more durable and moisture-resistant, while water-based or latex paints dry faster and clean up easily.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If You Choose a Stain\/Sealant:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look for oil-based spar varnish or marine-grade varnish. Both will protect against UV rays and moisture without covering up the natural grain.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prep the Surface: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sand the door lightly and remove any old paint or sealant. Make sure the surface feels smooth and even for the best finish.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply Even Coats: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in one thin, even coat at a time and allow each layer to dry thoroughly to prevent streaks or bubbles.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Let it Cure: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most paints and sealants are dry to the touch within a few hours, but take a couple of days to a few weeks to fully cure. Be cautious and avoid dents or scratches in this timeframe.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you apply a stain or sealant, you can also buff boiled linseed oil into the surface every few months with a soft microfiber cloth. 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https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/learning-hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/how-to-make-exterior-wood-doors-last-longer-painting-refinishing-more-3-768x435.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">A person stains an exterior wood door to seal it\n<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d93c38a e-con-full post-lf-main-text-1 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d93c38a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-566e567 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"566e567\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Refinishing for a Fresh Look<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2077f75 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2077f75\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you start to notice fading, peeling, or discoloration on your exterior doors, it\u2019s probably time to refinish them. This is the best way to restore the natural beauty of the wood, but it can also help you reset the clock if you find your paint or sealant just isn\u2019t lasting long enough anymore.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b114d98 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b114d98\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Steps for Refinishing<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-531d738 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"531d738\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As before, start your refinishing job on a dry day when you aren\u2019t expecting any rain or snow. It may be helpful to remove any hardware, like the knob and locks, before you start.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove Any Existing Finish:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use a paint stripper or sandpaper to remove old paint or stain, starting with 80-grit sandpaper and working your way up to 100-grit.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sand the Surface Smooth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Spritz the surface with water and keep sanding it with 120- to 220-grit sandpaper. Keep going until the wood is smooth and ready for a fresh finish.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply Stain or Clear Finish: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain that natural wood look, choose a stain or clear finish that\u2019s specifically for exterior wood surfaces.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seal After Staining (If Needed): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some stains contain a sealant, while others don\u2019t. 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Installing an overhang\u2014a small roof or awning above the door\u2014will shield it from rain and sun.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storm doors are another great option. They provide an extra layer of protection from wind, rain, and extreme temperatures, so they&#8217;re ideal for climates with harsh weather. 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Both make it easier for water to seep into the wood, which can eventually lead to rot.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the best possible protection, follow this long-term maintenance and inspection routine:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your weatherstripping at least every spring and fall. Replace it right away if it\u2019s cracked, misaligned, or just doesn\u2019t provide enough protection anymore.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the door\u2019s finish, hardware, and frame at least twice a year. Look for symptoms like rot, rust, peeling, cracking, or warping, which indicate a moisture problem.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repair any small cracks or chips right away. This will prevent them from worsening over time, and may even help you avoid a more costly replacement.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten or replace any loose hardware. Humidity, rain, ice, and temperature changes can impact how your door performs and fits into the frame.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking simple steps like these will help keep your door in great shape for years.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5ca928 e-con-full post-lf-main-text-1 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b5ca928\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6256c9b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6256c9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Using Roof Maxx to Protect Your Home\u2019s Entire Exterior\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eefa6e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eefa6e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most leaks start at the roof and eventually travel downward to the wood surfaces in your home. Keeping your roof in good condition makes sense because it protects your walls, foundation, trim, siding, and exterior doors. It\u2019s a smarter, more complete approach to exterior protection.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roof Maxx is an all-natural, plant-based treatment that helps:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore flexibility to aging asphalt shingles, which can become brittle<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent granule loss, which plays a key role in shingle performance<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your shingles the TLC they need to expand and contract with the weather<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Roof Maxx isn&#8217;t designed to weatherproof your shingles, it does help to preserve their structural integrity so they&#8217;re less likely to crack, break, or shear off.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roof Maxx is a top choice for customers and clients all across the US, but don\u2019t just take our word for it! 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truck\n<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6eaef97 e-con-full post-lf-main-text-1 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6eaef97\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ab9333 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9ab9333\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Protect Your Home From the Top Down With Roof Maxx\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6670d52 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6670d52\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You want to do everything you can to keep your home in great shape. Caring for your roof the right way is the first step because it&#8217;s your first line of defense against the elements.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roof Maxx treatments cost up to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/roofmaxx.com\/faqs\/how-much-does-roof-maxx-cost\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">80% less<\/span><\/a> than the cost of a new roof, but they can potentially extend the life of your roof by 5 years. Repeat at regular intervals to get up to 15 years instead! 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