Buying a new security door for your home doesn't have to be difficult.
It's easy to think that if you put off this task another year it will be fine, but think of the rewards of better air circulation through your home, another level of security and a decorative element to your front or back door.
So if you're ready, here are main steps to take when researching what security door to purchase.

• Decide where you want the door to go.
  If you need a door in the front of the house, you will probably want it to be more decorative than one you would have going to the back or side yard.
  
• Measure the size of door area.
  You will need to measure the frame of the door and make sure you have exact measurements.
  Some companies will come out and measure your door so ask.
  
• Choose what type of door you want.
  There are a variety of doors to choose from but the basic types for residential homes are hardwood, steel are wrought iron.
  
• Decide on a budget.
  Before starting the process, make sure you know how much you can afford to spend on a security door-the prices vary so know ahead of time how much you can spend.
  
• Check to see if there are any Homeowner Association restrictions or requirements if you belong to one.
  Especially for the front door, there may be color, style or other restrictions that you want to know before ordering.
  

Once you have narrowed down your choice to a few or more security door vendors, do comparisons on the points below:

• What kind of customer service do they offer? Will you be able to work with a knowledgeable salesperson for general advice and for how long? Ask what kind of customer service do they offer after the sale? Make sure you can talk to a live person and not get lost in cyber world trying to get your questions answered.
  
• Ask about shipping times and installation processes.
  
• What kind of warranty do they offer on the security door?Some may offer lifetime guarantees for part of the door and anywhere from 30 days, 60 days, and one year and more for other parts of the door like its hardware, for example.
  Make sure you know exactly what the warranty is before purchasing.
  
• How does their price compare to the others and how long have they been in business? It is best to create a simple spreadsheet that includes all of the vendors you are considering and their information for each of the points mentioned above including price.
  Lastly, find out how long each of them have been in business and do an internet search to see if customers have made comments about them.