Storm Doors for Your Omaha Metro Home

Traditional storm doors have a single large window pane in the upper half and a frame below, often with decorative grilles. Full-view doors are nearly all glass from top to bottom—they let in more light and give a cleaner, more modern appearance. Both offer the same weather protection; the choice is aesthetic and how much light you want flowing through your entry.

Yes. Storm doors hang on the exterior of your entry frame, in front of your main door. Your existing entry door stays in place. The storm door adds an extra layer of insulation and weather protection while keeping your original door fully functional. During winter, the storm door’s airspace acts as insulation; in warm months, you can open it for ventilation.

That’s normal—especially on older homes. Our team shims and adjusts the mounting before hanging the door to make sure it’s perfectly plumb and square. This ensures smooth operation, even gaps, and a professional appearance. If the existing frame has significant wear, we account for that during preparation to ensure a secure installation.

Most modern storm doors have removable panes that let you clean the inside glass without disassembling the door. Some designs have a removable trim ring that gives access to inter-pane space. We’ll show you exactly how to access and clean them when we install your door—it’s straightforward and doesn’t require tools.

Not necessarily. If your storm door has a removable screen and ventilation panel (or a retractable screen), you can swap components to open up the entry for summer airflow. You can also simply keep the storm door on year-round—it won’t hurt performance and adds a finished look to your entry. The choice is yours.

Waudena storm doors are built for decades of use in tough climates. The frame is engineered to resist warping and weathering. The mechanical parts—hinges, closers, and handle hardware—are stainless or rust-resistant.

Yes. The airspace between your storm door and entry door acts as insulation. In winter, it reduces heat loss through your entry; in summer, if you keep it closed during the hottest part of the day, it minimizes solar heat gain. The effect is modest on a single entry but adds up across your home’s envelope. Weatherstripping and a tight seal maximize this benefit.

Yes. Every storm door includes a handle with a built-in latch or lock mechanism. Most also have a key-operated deadbolt for security. We install all hardware and test the locking mechanism during installation. The lock on your main entry door is still your home’s primary security—the storm door lock adds a secondary layer.

Storm doors are designed to be removable. If you ever decide to take it down, our team can remove it cleanly and patch any fastener holes in the frame. However, most homeowners keep storm doors in place permanently because of the protection and visual benefit they provide.

Installation time varies based on the complexity of the existing frame and any adjustments needed. More complex projects may take longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline when we confirm your appointment.