Dreaming of fresh air flowing through your home? Wanting the perfect solution to keep the bugs at bay while you enjoy a fresh breeze? The answer truly lies in a self-installed screen door. wondering if you can actually install a screen door yourself? With the help of DIY Screens Direct the answer is a resounding yes! Installing a screen door is a very manageable DIY project for most homeowners with just a few simple tools and clear, concise instructions. DIY Screens Direct makes it easy for you to install a screen door yourself, avoiding the high cost of hiring a contractor or handyman. We always provide videos, clear and easy-to-follow instructions, and all the elements you’ll need in a DIY screen door toolkit delivered directly to your door. Plus, you’ll have the pride of knowing that your handiwork serves your home and family everyday.
How to Install a Screen Door
DIY Screens Direct’s instructions start here and now. We want you to be fully informed before making any decisions and so we’re here to share the basics of how to install a screen door. The goal is for you to see how simple and straightforward the process is, giving you the confidence to order a DIY screen door kit that will keep the fresh air flowing and pesky insects out of the way all year long.
While there are various screen door kits, and each one is slightly different, the DIY screens Direct screen door kits for sale online follow a general process for installing a screen door.
- Measure: This stuff actually begins before you even order your door. DIY Screens Direct will guide you through measuring the height and width of your door opening from the inside of the door jamb. You can do this in several places to ensure accurate measurement. Our easy-to-reach call center is always available to help you measure accurately, and we also provide measurement FAQs with a quick link right here on this website.
- Unpack and Review: Once you receive your screen door, delivered directly to your doorstep from DIY Screens Direct, it’s important to unbox it carefully, keeping track of all the components and reading the provided instructions. These will be your guide and will provide specific details on hardware, placement, and any special tools required.
- Prepare the Door Frame: Ensure your existing door frame is clean, solid, and square. Fill any holes or repair any damaged wood before you begin.
- Install and hang the Door: Following the instructions, you’ll install the hinge rail to the hinge side of your door frame. Then you’ll hang the screen door on the hinge rail. This is where having a second pair of hands is a huge help to ensure the door is properly aligned.
- Secure the Latch Side: Once the door is hanging and is able to swing freely, you’ll install the latch rail on the opposite side of the door frame, making sure the door closes securely and the latch plate lines up.
- Add Hardware and Final Touches: Some doors will come pre-installed but in some cases you may have to install the handle, closer, and any other hardware that came with your screen door. Make sure the closer is adjusted correctly to prevent the door from slamming.
Your direction manual will come with step by step instructions, complete with a diagram and labeled parts and tools. It really and truly is that easy! You can rely on your own two hands to install a screen door in your home with the right kit from DIY Screens Direct!