Doors are an important part of every home as it contributes to the home’s beauty and energy efficiency. However, if they’re installed incorrectly, there are a lot of problems that can arise. In this post, your expert on sliding patio doors and window installation, Renewal by Andersen® of Atlanta, shares the four signs of a poorly-installed door.
Many mistakes that create a poor door installation job boils down to the lapses of the door installation contractor such as:
1. Taking Improper Measurements
2. Improper Maintenance During Installation
3. Using the Wrong Screws
4. Over-tightening Screws
5. Not Starting With a Level Sill
1. Crooked Door Panels. If you’re trying to operate your doors and find out that it doesn’t fit snug into the frame, then it’s a sign that you have a crooked panel. One of the most common reasons that this issue happens is due to damaged hinges and loose screws. It can also be caused by a cracked door frame or door jamb.
2. Creaking Sounds. Even if your door isn’t crooked, it could be installed incorrectly if you notice creaking noises when you’re operating a newly-installed door. This signifies that there’s friction in some parts of your door, such as the hinges or frames, in particular. They have to be realigned to operate properly.
3. Difficult Operation. If your doors operate silently, but are difficult to use, this means that they have some issues. Your door has to operate smoothly with just a gentle push or pull. You’ll have to contact your door installation contractor for assistance if you notice that it’s hard to use.
4. Floor Scratches. Another small sign you should look for to see if your doors are operating properly is if there are any floor marks. If floor marks are seen, this means that the lower edge of your door isn’t perfectly parallel with the floor. As a consequence, it scrapes the floor and leaves these marks behind.
Looking for the top door installation contractor? Call on Renewal by Andersen of Atlanta! We offer the best windows and French doors on the market today. You can trust our skilled contractors as they will do their best to find the best materials that will work for your home and budget. Call us at (866) 609-5033 or fill out our contact form to get in touch with us. We serve clients in Atlanta and Marietta, GA.
