DIY pvc door repair

In detail: do-it-yourself pvc door repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

Any balcony plastic doors need periodic adjustments and minor repairs, which can be done independently using a screwdriver and other common tools at hand. The main thing is to correctly assess the degree of complexity of the breakdown. In case of lack of confidence in one's abilities or serious problems, unprofessional intervention can aggravate the situation and lead to the complete failure of the door and, accordingly, its replacement.

While the windows and doors are under warranty, of course, it is better to entrust all work to the installer. However, the longer the window-door unit stands, the greater the likelihood of defects, which can be caused by various reasons:

  • installation errors;
  • natural shrinkage of the building, especially new buildings;
  • negligent use of products, lack of proper care and preventive measures;
  • sudden temperature changes, increased exposure to solar radiation.

Regardless of the cause of the occurrence, malfunctions of the balcony door lead to drafts, deterioration of the heat and sound insulation of the room, and in case of neglected problems, it is impossible to fully use the window and door structure.

Do not ignore any slight change in the tightness of the door, since even a slight sagging can lead to more serious deformations of the door leaf. The sooner you fix the problem, the less the risk of other breakdowns and the greater the level of comfort in the room. Such a defect in operation can arise for several reasons:

  • sagging of the canvas under its own weight;
  • bad or worn seal;
  • failure of door fittings.
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The real reason for incomplete opening / closing is not always obvious. To quickly find and fix it, it is recommended to consistently inspect and adjust important components.

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This is the first and main type of minor repairs to a balcony door, as follows:

  1. Determine and mark the place with a pencil where the canvas touches the frame - the adjustment will be carried out by pulling the corresponding loop in the opposite direction.
  2. Remove the plastic plugs that cover the hinge screws. Image - DIY pvc door repairThe upper screw adjusts the blade travel in the vertical plane, the lower screw in the horizontal one. Using the hex key, carefully tighten the desired screw in several movements in the desired direction. Image - DIY pvc door repairSlides the door left or right Image - DIY pvc door repairRaises or lowers the door

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If blowing from the side of the loop itself
  • Check the fit of the door leaf. Replace the plugs.
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    A common problem that is especially felt in winter is cracks in the line where the canvas meets the frame. Through them, cold air, noise and dust enter the room. On the side edge of the sash there are several eccentrics that can be used to adjust the tightness of the door.

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    Insert the hex key into the trunnion

    You can find problem areas using paper: clamp a small sheet between the canvas and the frame and close the door tightly. If the fit is good, then it will hold on by falling and not moving. Otherwise, you need to adjust the eccentric to the desired level. In the same way, check the tightness of the sash to the frame along the entire door height, adjust if necessary. If blowing from the side of the loop itself:

    There are unpleasant situations when the door is completely blocked, or it remains hanging on one hinge, in this case, watch the video instruction: