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How to Adjust a Storm Door: Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures

Adjust the metal frame to fix a storm door that doesn't close right. Read an overview on how to adjust a storm door.

How to Adjust a Storm Door
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1. Position the door by wedging a shim between the door and the frame. Predrill and drive 10d galvanized finish nails to firmly fasten the molding.

How to Adjust a Storm Door
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2. Drill new 3/16-in. screw holes through the metal frame. Then drill 3/32-in. pilot holes into the wood and drive in No. 8 x 1-in. screws. For a neater look, spray-paint the screw heads first.

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