Is your storm door acting up?
Try these storm door repairs before you look for a replacement.
Our guide covers every part, from top to bottom.
Storm doors are a critical factor in protecting your home from the elements.
But often, storm doors are made with flimsy parts.
Try these proven repair tips if your storm door isn’t working correctly.
Most repairs can be completed in an hour or so.
Before you begin, check the door for binding and other obstructions that could be causing problems.
Spray the latch and any moving partsincluding where panes slidewith lubricant.
Install Replacement Closer
Closers lose their dampening power over time.
You may need to drill pilot holes and drive them at an angle, so they catchsolid wood.
Many joints simply pry apart; required, use a putty knife to work the joint open.
With some joints, the fasteners may be held with a screw.
Others are held with a crimp or two in the frame that you will have to drill out.
Step 2: Pry the Joint Open
Pry the joint completely open by twisting with a screwdriver.
You may have to tap outward on the joint with a hammer to pull the corner apart.
Step 3: Find a Match
Push the old corner fasteners out of the frame with ascrewdriver.
Then, take parts to a home center or hardware store to find matching components.
Failing that, try looking online.
Step 4: Add the Replacement
Push or tap the replacement fitting in.
Re-create a crimp with a hammer and a nail set.
Step 6: Push Frame Together
Push the frame pieces together.
Tap lightly with a hammer if necessary.
Drive in any retaining screws.
