Flashing and caulk will keep water out and the door is ready for paint and hardware.
How to install entry door to garage.
An electric drill set to pre drill any holes and drive in the screws that will attach the door.
Make sure the nails or screws you select are of an appropriate length for the jamb and frame you will be nailing through.
Do the same inside the garage.
Use a drywall saw to cut shims or score them with a utility knife and snap them off.
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Caulk or other form of exterior sealant to prevent leaks around the edges of the jamb.
Cut off the shims at the edges of the jambs.
Insert the lockset tailpieces through the latch bolt and screw the handles together by tightening the retaining screws.
When the fit looks right apply pvc cement where the middle piece will overlap the corner pieces and press it into place.
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The new door is in.
The opening in the wall needs to be 4 inches wider and one inch taller than the pre hung entry door.
Install latches door handles and other hardware.
Avoid damage to the screws by using a hand screwdriver.
Once that cures the door is ready for paint and a lock.
Run a neat bead of caulk between the exterior trim and the siding.
Jeld wen experts demonstrate how to install a pre hung entry door unit including a tools list and time to complete.
It opens and closes well.
Install a new door lock and door knob by inserting the latch through the hole for the new parts.
Remove two of the studs in the wall and create a 41 inch opening with the studs that were removed.
Complete the installation.
Screws or nails to secure the door in place.
If it s too wide cut the ends with a hacksaw.