By: Sammie Van Landingham
Workers arrive at a home to replace a damaged back door that no longer closes properly. The homeowner says the door had become so misaligned that the entire door and frame had to be replaced.
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Contractors inspect the damaged doorway before beginning the removal process. They explain that replacing the entire unit is the best solution when a door frame can no longer support a proper seal. |
A contractor starts removing the old door and surrounding frame from the back entrance. The original door would not shut correctly, making it difficult to secure the home.
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A contractor continues taking apart the old doorway while preparing the opening for a new installation. What first appeared to be a simple repair became a full replacement after the frame proved to be damaged.
A contractor works from outside the home to remove the remaining sections of the old door frame. Removing the entire frame allows the new door to be installed square so it opens and closes properly. |
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A contractor unloads tools and materials before beginning the door replacement. The crew arrives prepared to remove the damaged door after learning it could no longer close properly. |
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A contractor removes the remaining pieces of the old back door from the opening. Because the door frame had shifted, the entire door system had to be replaced instead of repaired. |
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A contractor secures the new door into the opening with a drill. Proper installation helps ensure the new door is level and will seal tightly when closed. |
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| A contractor carries old materials away from the work area as the installation continues. Clearing debris allows the crew to safely prepare the doorway for the finishing stages of the repair. |
A contractor carries the old door away after removing it from the damaged frame. The homeowner says the original door had become impossible to close, making a full replacement necessary.
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Contractors guide the replacement door toward the opening before the installation begins. Replacing the entire door and frame ensures the new unit will fit properly and seal against the weather.
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Contractors inspect the newly installed door after positioning it in the opening. One contractor says the crew always tests the fit before completing the finishing work. |
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| A miter saw and trim pieces sit outside the home as the crew prepares materials for the final stages of the installation. New trim is measured and cut to fit the replacement door after the damaged frame is removed. |
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| Contractors organize materials and inspect the work area before continuing the installation. The project requires careful planning because replacing a complete door system involves more than simply hanging a new door. |
Contractors measure trim pieces before making the final cuts. Accurate measurements help ensure the finished doorway fits tightly and gives the home a clean appearance.
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A contractor positions a trim board on the saw before making a precise cut. "You only get one chance to cut it right," the contractor says.
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A contractor cuts trim that will be installed around the new doorway. Each piece is custom cut to match the dimensions of the newly installed frame.
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| A contractor cuts trim that will be installed around the new doorway. Each piece is custom cut to match the dimensions of the newly installed frame. |
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| Contractors cut the final pieces of trim to complete the doorway. The finishing work gives the new door a proper seal and a finished appearance after the damaged frame is replaced. |
The newly installed back door stands closed after the replacement is finished. What began as a door that would no longer shut ended with a complete replacement that restored the home's security and functionality.
