Pall Spera Company Realtors-Stowe, VT
Teresa Merelman, Broker, Pall Spera Company Realtors-Stowe, VTPhone: (802) 793-5171
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Wood entry doors offer a rich elegance, enhancing curbside appeal. Although other front door materials deliver significant benefits, wood ranks as the most popular option. But like any material or product, homeowners should weigh the pros and cons.
Beyond eye-catching beauty, wood doors present property owners with a significant range of options. The sturdy lumber use to manufacture these products includes oak, pine, mahogany, cedar, maple, bamboo, among other types.
These options make it possible for homeowners to accentuate the grain with colored stains as well as clear protective coatings. Rarely does paint factor into the experience because the appearance of natural wood remains the most attractive option.
Although wood entry doors have a reputation for being more expensive than other products, lower-cost opportunities remain on the market. Engineered wood doors and items tend to take the edge off the price tag.
Solid wood products do come with a higher price tag than others in their class. Lastly, handy DIY homeowners are more likely to possess the tools and basic carpentry skills needed to install the door themselves.
It's essential to keep in mind: wooden doors do not necessarily have innate problems. Although severe weather and moisture can cause warping and fluctuations, many of the negatives are linked to comparisons.
However, wood materials generally require more maintenance and upkeep than steel, vinyl and fiberglass. Stains and protective coatings such as polyurethane require refinishing every 3-5 years, depending on sun and weather exposure.
By comparison, some wood products may not deliver the same level of energy efficiency as items such as insulated steel options. Much of the sometimes lower rating stems from air penetrations due to shrinkage during cold weather months.
People interested in a new entry door discover wood products rank among the most attractive and can add to property values. While natural and engineered wood remains popular, it's important to explore wide-reaching options before settling on your perfect front door.
Teresa's beginnings were at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. She was child #5 of 8 and born into an Air Force family that moved all over the United States but usually ended up back in the Washington, D.C. area. Teresa attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and received her bachelor's degree in business from George Mason University, in Fairfax, Virginia. Some of her prior careers include: computer buyer in Fairfax, Virginia; Deputy Clerk at the U.S. District Court in Denver, Colorado; Police Officer in Steamboat Springs, Colorado; and Bed & Breakfast owner in Stowe, Vermont. Teresa obtained her license as a Realtor® in 1998. She has been through many ups and downs in this profession and continues to learn every day. She very much enjoys the real estate profession and the wonderful people she has met and assisted along the way. In order to serve her clients and customers, Teresa continually attends classes and seminars. Some of her Designations and Certifications include:
Teresa has also served and continues to serve on several boards:
In 2007, Teresa was named Vermont Realtor of the Year.Teresa and her husband, a local attorney, moved to Stowe in 1987. They had two sons and Stowe has been their home for the past 36 years. She still feels the Stowe area is a wonderful place to raise a family, there's always something going on. Teresa can often be found behind the lens of her camera documenting the beauty of the area and its many events.As an update, Teresa's older son is now a Doctor/resident at the University of New Mexico's Emergency Management Program. Her younger son graduated from James Mason University and currently resides in Chicago, IL as a supervisor for OKTA.
