Many unforeseen problems can occur when installing doors.
Storm door installation problems.
This old house general contractor tom silva hangs a new storm door in an old opening.
An installer will know how to create a tight seal around the frame and professionally manage other installation issues.
Obviously tearing down walls with these problems and re building is not a cost effective or easy method to corrections.
Larson storm and screen door installation is a breeze with our easy to follow instructions and how to install video.
Need help with your storm door.
Hinges if a strong gust of wind blows the door open it can yank or bang the door violently enough to damage the hinges.
Simply enter your storm door serial number to be directed to information tailored specific to your storm door model.
Measure door opening in order to determine the size storm door you need.
See measure points w1 w2 w3 in the illustration at right.
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Professional installation may ensure the door performs up to manufacturer standards.
Measure the width of the door opening at the inside face of exterior trim on each side at top center and bottom and record the shortest measurement.
As part of your home s protective outer layer storm doors can develop certain problems usually caused by the weather.
Proper installation is as important with this product as with any other storm door.