Remove one screw from each of the hinges in the doorframe.
How to install an entry door in a garage.
Release the tension on side mounted extension springs by lifting the door and locking it in place on each side with a pair of locking pliers.
Install latches door handles and other hardware.
Fill all nail holes with caulk and insulate with weather stripping where applicable.
Run a neat bead of caulk between the exterior trim and the siding.
Tape measure or ruler to measure the old and new doors and frames.
Replace them with 2 inch deck screws for strength.
Caulk to fix the insulation and framing in place.
Next set the doorframe in the opening and center it in the opening.
Apply paintable caulk and insulate around the entire door frame.
Screws or nails to secure the door in place.
To install set the corner pieces on the sill then place the middle piece over top.
Cut off the shims at the edges of the jambs.
Insert rollers into the brackets attached to the door.
If it s too wide cut the ends with a hacksaw.
Remove the door from the pre hung frame by removing the hinge pins.
Hammer and nails nail set screwdriver depends on the nails holding your old door in place to remove the old door and put on the new door.
Screw cable brackets to the door to secure the weather stripping.
It opens and closes well.
When the fit looks right apply pvc cement where the middle piece will overlap the corner pieces and press it into place.
Use a drywall saw to cut shims or score them with a utility knife and snap them off.
Stand the bottom door panel on the floor in the garage doorway.
Attach weather stripping to the bottom edge of garage door.
Finish the door as directed by the manufacturer.
The new door is in.
Flashing and caulk will keep water out and the door is ready for paint and hardware.
Once that cures the door is ready for paint and a lock.
Use impact driver to mount hinges to the bottom panel of garage door.
Some kits come in three pieces to better fit the opening.
Adjust the threshold for a tight seal as long as it is adjustable as directed by the manufacturer.
Wooden shims to hold the new door in place as you attach it to the frame.
Use the door shims if needed.
Insulation to make it so those winter winds don t start whipping around your door.