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Storm and screen doors sometimes develop warped or damaged frames. To prevent problems caused by excessive force, keep hinges oiled and check that the latches connect properly.
Be sure to keep door closers adjusted and working smoothly to prevent the screen or storm door from banging back and forth. To adjust the closing speed of a pneumatic closer, turn the adjustment screw in the end cap. When replacing a hydraulic closer, be sure you buy the appropriate kind, depending on whether your door opens right or left.
If you have the type of storm-and-screen door that has interchangeable glass and screen panels, check the panels before you install them each season. Tighten any clips holding screens or glass in place, and replace any panels that are missing or broken with identical types.
Repair small holes in screen door fabric just as you would repair a window screen. If holes are large, you may want to replace the entire screen.
When storing screen or storm doors or interchangeable panels, wrap them tightly in plastic sheeting to protect them from deterioration or moisture damage.
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