Q: The top piece of the door frame in my son’s bedroom was gouged by an over-the-door hook that was sticking up at an angle. It looks easy enough to replace. What are your thoughts? — Harry J., Kansas ...

Q: The top piece of the door frame in my son’s bedroom was gouged by an over-the-door hook that was sticking up at an angle. It looks easy enough to replace. What are your thoughts?-Harry J., Kansas ...

Dear James: The frame around my wood front door is in good condition, but the door itself is shot. To save a few bucks, is it possible to just replace the door and in the existing frame? -- Cammy G.

A new door typically costs $500 to $2,000. You can save by reducing customizations and add-ons, and choosing materials strategically. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are ...

Q: A sliding door on my fourth-floor roof deck is rotting at the bottom. Can I replace the rotten wood without replacing the entire door set? If so, how would I go about doing this? Arlington, Va. A: ...

NEWINGTON, CT - March 30, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Maintaining the exterior of a home in Plainville requires a practical ...