Doors — General

Entry, sliding, and French doors — shared prep, hanging, and adjustment principles.

When to Use This

Any door replacement or new door set per the work order.

Tools & Materials

1. Level
2. Shim stock (flat trim)
3. Screws
4. Sealant
5. Threshold materials
6. [YOUR INPUT]

Steps

1. Verify door size and swing/hand against the order sheet.
2. Prep opening — level sill, square jamb.
3. Set door plumb and level — shim with laminated flat trim on bottom.
4. Check reveals consistent on all sides.
5. Secure hinges and fasten per spec.
6. Seal threshold and exterior transitions.
7. Test operation — open, close, latch.
8. [YOUR INPUT] — Door-type-specific steps.

Quality Standard

Door operates smoothly. Reveals even. Threshold sealed. Latch aligns.

Common Mistakes

• Rushed hang — door binds or drags.
• Uneven reveals.
• Wood bottom shims.