Problems With Poor Door Installation

Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco is a professional installer of replacement windows and patio doors. Our window and door installers are highly trained technicians. We understand that windows and doors are necessary components of your home that should provide comfort, energy efficiency and reliability.

If you’re in the market for a new door – whether that’s your home’s main entry door or a patio door – you cannot afford to cut corners by buying a cheap, off-the-shelf door or by asking an inexperienced handyman to install it. Installing the new door yourself is not a good idea, either.

Different things can go wrong that might lead to wasted time and money:

• Inaccurate measurements

• Using the wrong screws and other hardware

• Overtightening screws

• Installation isn’t level

• Causing damage to the door, the hardware or the doorjamb

When our technicians install replacement windows and doors, they inspect their work carefully before leaving your home to make sure everything is in place.

Here are the potential problems if your door is not installed properly:

Door Doesn’t Fit the Frame

This happens when the panel is crooked. When you cause damage to the screws or to the hinges, the door panel can end up crooked so the door doesn’t fit snugly in its frame. If the screws and hinges are fine, then the problem is worse because the door frame might be cracked.

Misalignment

This is another instance of the door not fitting the frame. When the door is misaligned, it’s common for some parts to rub against each other, creating a squeaking noise.

Operation Is Not Smooth

Your door should be quiet, and it should also operate smoothly. Poor installation often leads to a door that’s dfficult to close or open.

Air Leaks

If you feel a draft when you’re near the door even if it’s closed, something is wrong either with the quality of your door or with its installation. Your door should contribute to your home’s energy efficiency, not to your heating or cooling bills.

If you need new patio doors or replacement windows, trust only the professionals at Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco. Call us today at (866) 609-5033, or request your estimate here. We look forward to working with you in San Francisco, CA.