Who has used this door in a cold winter climate? I am in Denver and want something effective in our winter months.
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I live in northern New Mexico and it definitely works as advertised. Although we've only had the door since the summer, we've dipped into the 20's overnight more than a couple of times already this year and the heater hasn't kicked on any more than any other year. I am pleased.
80447
I live in Chicago, the Windy City, and the flap holds strong during the worst of our winter. I've had other doggie doors that blow open in strong winds, but this one doesn't. I highly recommend it! --Mary B.
755109
Hi Jackie,I'm not sure can you about the climate issue, I only use this for our basement facilities. For outdoors, I would suggest deadbolt, definitely more reliable.
56052
We have a small overhang by our front door, but I think the doorbell is still exposed to rain and snow--especially this year. It still looks and sounds great.
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I purchased this door after lots of debate with my wife. I wanted another cheap door around the $100 range, but after some researching this door appeared to be the best on the market. After installing it, and using it for about 2 months in the coldest winter ever recorded in Maryland history the door is night and day compared to the cheaper doors. I even had the 3 flap "extreme" version of the cheaper door. The single door flap stays warmer then my metal insulated door! Is $350 hard to swallow, yes it is but you will not be let down by how well it is designed and built. My back room actually stays warm now as before it seemed like a window was always open with a draft. I purchased this door after lots of debate with my wife. I wanted another cheap door around the $100 range, but after some researching this door appeared to be the best on the market. After installing it, and using it for about 2 months in the coldest winter ever recorded in Maryland history the door is night and day compared to the cheaper doors. I even had the 3 flap "extreme" version of the cheaper door. The single door flap stays warmer then my metal insulated door! Is $350 hard to swallow, yes it is but you will not be let down by how well it is designed and built. My back... » Read More I purchased this door after lots of debate with my wife. I wanted another cheap door around the $100 range, but after some researching this door appeared to be the best on the market. After installing it, and using it for about 2 months in the coldest winter ever recorded in Maryland history the door is night and day compared to the cheaper doors. I even had the 3 flap "extreme" version of the cheaper door. The single door flap stays warmer then my metal insulated door! Is $350 hard to swallow, yes it is but you will not be let down by how well it is designed and built. My back room actually stays warm now as before it seemed like a window was always open with a draft. « Show Less
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I would not apply it in cold weather, but my experience, after many years, proves it to be a good, lasting product. I would suggest that you apply it, however, in warm weather. I live in Maryland. Often our winters are snowy. I have used it successfully on my bilco doors as well as my driveway.
350059
While my door is new I have been working with a rescue group that has had this problem due to wear. They have gone to a heavy canvas for the door and this seems to work for them.
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I am using it indoor. Not sure whether it can resist the cold weather or not.
2073859
We are super happy with the energy efficiency of this door. We live in the mountains where it snows and hot weather in the summer and this door has been excellent.
1168674
Yes I am using them on metal French Doors that are exposed to all weather, including snow. Work perfectly.
779337
There is a snapping noise but not bad at all. It does not wake me up at night and it is not enough to startle you. I would say it's about the same as floding back one of those 12" plastic rulers and letting it snap back against the wall. I am also going to give this door a further endorsement. It was about -8 Celsius here yesterday (17 Farenheight) and there was no draft coming from the door and no cold area like i felt around the windows. The door is worth the money in my opinion.
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It has worked great for us, we do have some issue with getting enough sun to recharge it, due to living in a wooded area. We have it (I am not to up on this stuff so bear with me) hooked to a battery/mighty mule gate opener and we have a gate approximately 10ft wide and it opens it just fine. So far no issue with cold temp's. We live in the Central United States. So not sure how cold it gets where you are at. Hope this helps
1100963
Beautifully! I mounted mine in early April, and it still shows no wear at all. I also have a 30" door.
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Send a note directly to the vendor. I asked the same question, but didn't save the response. I believe the 3 has a better doorway. It's worth it. Built well, packaged well. Weathered a few nice rainstorms, but have not gone thru the winter yet.
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Hi..unfortunately I just purchased this and have not had our winter as of yet. I would not feel comfortable assuming how it will do.
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I live in upstate new york,acually on the canadien border.Needless to say,we have extreme winter weather.My doorbell is unprotected from the elements and it has worked beautifully.
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I have not used it with a door yet. I would not use it with a flimsy door (hollow core), but I am a big guy. A good exterior door should work. Also make sure that you are pulling the door against the jam, not opening the door as you pull on it. Or use the dead bolt.
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You need to think about the installation to make it rain proof. I used flashing under my vinyl siding and caulk for the transition through the wall. My door tends to get stuck in cold weather (below freezing) and sometimes in hot weather (95 degrees). Sometimes if I adjust the the mounting screws I can improve the extreme temperature performance. Usually, I turn the door off during these times until I notice my dog waiting at the door. I turn it on to let him out, leave it on until he comes back in, and then turn it off again. Even with the poor performance during extreme temperatures, I like having this door and will install another if I ever move. You need to think about the installation to make it rain proof. I used flashing under my vinyl siding and caulk for the transition through the wall. My door tends to get stuck in cold weather (below freezing) and sometimes in hot weather (95 degrees). Sometimes if I adjust the the mounting screws I can improve the extreme temperature performance. Usually, I turn the door off during these times until I notice my dog waiting at the door. I turn it on to let him out, leave it on until he comes back in, and then turn it off again. Even with the poor performance during extreme temperatures, I... » Read More You need to think about the installation to make it rain proof. I used flashing under my vinyl siding and caulk for the transition through the wall. My door tends to get stuck in cold weather (below freezing) and sometimes in hot weather (95 degrees). Sometimes if I adjust the the mounting screws I can improve the extreme temperature performance. Usually, I turn the door off during these times until I notice my dog waiting at the door. I turn it on to let him out, leave it on until he comes back in, and then turn it off again. Even with the poor performance during extreme temperatures, I like having this door and will install another if I ever move. « Show Less