How To Fix a Sagging Door
The news that your door is sagging isn’t very pleasant. However, you should not worry about that. Spare five minutes of your time to learn about the easiest ways to fix a sagging. The worst thing about sagging doors is that if you ignore them, they will bring about more issues that may cost you a lot of money.
A sagging door is something that someone with you can tackle with the very least DIY skills. This post is going to take you through the process of fixing a sagging door and getting a few troubleshooting ideas.
Are you wondering about the type of tools you need? You don’t need to put a lot of money on the tools. You’re fine if you have a screwdriver. Here’s a list of the tools you need
- Wood glue
- Screwdriver
- Toothpicks
Don’t worry. We’re going to see why you need toothpicks.
Signs Of a Sagging Door
Your door is very likely to sag if you have your loose screws. Occasionally, you wil find that the top hinge comes loose as it holds the greatest load.
You might also experience difficulties in opening the door or leaks near the edge of the door. The bottom or top of the door may also overlap the door frame.
Causes of sagging doors
Several factors contribute to damage to your door. The most common causes of a sagging door are:
Wearing off of hinge and bushings
Humid weather
Misaligned latch and sticker
The process of fixing a sagging door
Remove loose hinge screwsHinge screws normally get loose over the years. Tighten the screws using a screwdriver. If you have loose screws, you can place a block of wood under the latch to make sure that it is sturdy while removing the screws.
- Fills the screw holes
Screw holes may enlarge over time and may fail to hold the screws anymore. You can try to make the holes smaller by filling the holes partially using a small piece of wood. This is where you can use the toothpicks. Push them back to break off pieces that may have stuck for them to spread freely with the surface of the wood. Secure the toothpicks with wood glue
- Return the screws
Now that the hole is smaller and the glue has is there to keep the wood intact, the screw is going to have the grip to support the door. make sure the screws are tight but don’t overdo it.
You can now close the door and give room for the glue to dry. If there is excess glue that squeezed out, wipe it off.
However, there are instances where you may have a stripped screw, and toothpicks and glue will not solve the problem. Also, you may find out the screws used initially were not of the right size or length. If your door has small screws which cannot dig into the wood, your door will continue to sag. In this case, you just have to replace the screws.
There you go. You don’t need to call a carpenter. That is just a simple remedy for a sagging door that will not take much of your time. Don’t use too many toothpicks you might need them for dinner!