Since 1997, HomeTips has guided millions of homeowners with original, expert advice for DIY home improvement and repair. Founder Don Vandervort, a nationally recognized authority, has written more than 30 books and countless magazine articles, been a host on HGTV, and served as MSN's home improvement expert. MORE
When a storm door is wrenched open by a gust of wind, the door closer’s plunger may become bent, or the closer may be torn completely away from the jamb. Once the closer has been badly bent, the only thing to do is replace it. Here’s how to do it:
1) Open the storm door and lock the plunger in the open position.
2) Remove the pins that attach both ends of the closer to the brackets and disconnect the closer.
3) Unscrew the old bracket from the jamb.
4) Buy a replacement closer; it’s a good idea to take along the old one so you can choose a close match. When replacing a hydraulic closer, be sure to buy the appropriate kind, depending on whether your door opens right or left.
5) Screw the new bracket into position (if necessary, first fill the old screw holes with glued dowel plugs, cut off flush with the surface). If it has just pulled loose from the jamb, use longer screws.
Related Search Terms:
how to fix door closer, pneumatic storm door closer repairs, troubleshooting storm door closer, DIY how to fix storm door closer, repair hydraulic storm door closer, repairing door closer
