There’s nothing that says “welcome” like a beautiful, well-maintained front entry. But the door or doors that separate your home from the rest of the world should do more than simply add curb appeal.

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Believe it or not, you can save energy and keep critter entry to a minimum in your home by investing in a single product: door sweeps. Most doors have a slight gap between their base and the floor.