How to install a Larson storm door

[@Deckbuilding]

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[@sigurdurgudjonsson6398]

I have lost my instructions paper for my Larson door installation. I don't remember if space between the left and right door trim has to be 36 inches for a 36-inch door, or if it can be 35, 7/8. Can you please tell me,

[@nathanfisher1512]

I'll take one please

[@kellyj8802]

Finally a guy explains a project without mansplaining it…what a relief! Direct and to the point!!

[@litlbit50]

You are a great teacher, I can can not thank you enough. I am now president of your fan club. Again, thank you for taking the time to explain it all step by step. I'm so very grateful. Being a female, I always seem to get these guys who only do half the job, leaving me to fix there mess. As a homeowner, I've become very handy, thanks to people like you, & KZbin of Course. Bless your heart. Cuz I'm disabled and live on sailboat fuel🥵🥴😘So every penny counts these days.🤑

[@ginav.7904]

Thank you so much for this video. You were more informative/helpful than Larson's own site.

[@thomascecchino4383]

Great demonstration. I was worried about installing my back storm door and now I feel confident I can do it right. Thank you

[@vallejokid1968]

Just finished installing mine. Didn't realize till way to late that I needed to shim the frame. Hoarded then it should have been but this video helped a lot with preparation. Thank you.

[@AeroRider714]

Pretty decent video and thank you for posting it. The video along with the directions helped me get this door installed. All door openings are different, and I had to end up extending my threshold for this door to install properly, but that wasn't Larson's fault. I've never done anything like this before, but slow and steady did the trick. Now it's in and works and looks great. Thanks again for the helpful video.

[@gregbyrd4904]

I've never seen such great step by step instructions. Thank you.

[@DouglasGrohne]

Excellent video. Used to show a Lowe's customer how the Tradewinds door is installed. Convinced him to use our installation as it is not quite as easy as he thought!

[@jestinloveday584]

Great video. I am installing one just like this and the instructions walked off the job site apparently. This will make the installation a cinch. Thanks. Tell Doug and Carrie Heffernan I dig their show.

[@ns21702]

Awesome video. I love that you can see EVERY step. Kudos to the camera operator!!

[@Deckbuilding]

To remove the existing storm door start by removing all the screws on the face of the track. Then remove any screws from the jamb side. Removing the storm door should be easy enough without a video, just unscrew everything. Thanks for watching, Craig Heffernan

[@CHMA4]

Thanks for the video I have 4 of these to do on a rental property and you put my mind at ease showing all the tools you used

[@Deckbuilding]

@gamecocks92 Thanks for watching and sorry for the late reply. The strike side should be snug up to the latch end of the door with an 1/8" space. if you are putting the strike side tight to the brick molding and it is giving you a large space between the door and strike jamb you must move it over to give you an 1/8" reveal or space. You may have to add a small wood filler piece to the edge of the brick molding. In some cases the wood filler has to be cut tapered. I hope this was helpful.

[@thomaswilkinson3468]

Can't wait to install my Larson door, thanks for the detailed info

[@CrplHicks]

Good video, but a couple of areas glanced over. I installed a Larson on the weekend. No mention that you may have to adjust the Latch rail so that the door closes against the frame properly. Also, I spent more time installing the handle hardware than I did doing the whole door! The 1/2 & 3/4 " holes were not big enough & I had to file the openings. The door handle assembly was by far the most aggravating part of the install.

[@Deckbuilding]

@tigelou The strike side gives you enough room so the dead bolt and the latch clear from hitting the edge of the brick molding. How ever if the strike side ends up being tight to the brick molding you may have to chisel out to relieve. All the Larson doors i have put in never needed chiseled. I hope this was helpful , Craig Heffernan

[@dirtycarpet6134]

Craig have u ever heard of anybody legitimately having a problem with either the locks or the actual glass or the door itself? Since installing a lot of security doors do still feel like this door is worthy enough to keep things safe. thanks in advance

[@Kreid_OG]

Thanks for the video, I'm not handy whatsoever but you seemed to give me some confidence with the video, very informative!

[@gregorymandile2321]

Thanks for showing me how too do it,great job as always.

[@TammyBJones]

This was so to the point. Thank you so much now I feel confident enough to do this by myself.!

[@BOBSmsg]

VERY HELPFUL VIDEO. This video is much more detailed than Larson's video. Thanks.

[@rogdut4896]

awesome job. my door didn't have the instructions so this was a blessing

[@tommyaoi1183]

Thank you!!! Your videos are always so helpful. 😊😊😊

[@Deckbuilding]

The bits we use are available at Lowe's and are called spade or paddle bits. They are mainly used for drilling wood but can also drill the aluminum door. I hope this was helpful and thanks for watching.

[@markmcneal2451]

Thank you Craig Good guide video (Larson Cedar & the Timberline to self install☝️)

[@yamascott]

I have this project ahead of me in the near future. Thanks for posting.

[@demariojason]

great vid, cant wait to put the easy hang screen door on the back. Should come to Lowe's in a few days from now. My nerdy ass has been looking at installation videos everyday. So when its time to install it, I'll probably work as if its not my first time!! LoL!

[@IamAlexM16]

I have 2 to install tomorrow and now I can. Thanks so much.

[@MrTommygirl1]

This is a very helpful video. I have unfortunately realized my contractor did not install the appropriate door jamb. Therefore I can't use this door without building a door jamb around my door. WTH? I have no clue how to do that. Guess I won't have a storm door.

[@oldarkie3880]

The jamb you need is called a brick mold and I believe you could install one. Pretty standard.

[@Deckbuilding]

The chain with a spring is your only hope in stopping the door if it gets away from you. The closers do noting but rip out and split the jamb if the wind catches the door.

[@0thers1d3]

This is what happened with our 100 year old wood storm door. Will the new ones fit over the old hige cutouts?

[@Deckbuilding]

Thanks for watching. There are a few items glanced over, always refer to the instructions for back up. Larson also confirms the sizes of the 1/2 and 3/4 drill bits. You may have experienced the holes were not aligned when you drilled them. You need to make sure you fold the paper template on the edge of the door. Use a center punch to mark exact centers. And drill the 4 holes. Use the accuguide to drill to the other side. The holes should be positioned properly with no filling.

[@catsway161]

Very clear and concise video. Thank you.

[@jdfishnerd6824]

what happens if the frame you mount the storm door on isn't square ? you didn't show the part where you would have to compensate

[@ThePhillyRover]

Thanks for posting. Learned some important details from this video.

[@Deckbuilding]

And i thank you for watching, Craig Heffernan

[@robertmuir4496]

Nice job.Going to put one in this weekend.Thanks for the info!!

[@waynem2780]

So what do you have to do if your opening isn't perfectly square to begin with? Is there a video showing how to make adjustments for an out of square opening?

[@kennethcorrenti6386]

square the hinge side, then adjust the gap on the closing side to be =

[@gregorydinello6986]

Awesome video Craig. Very informative and easy to follow. ??? what would you charge someone for an installation??

[@mjsteam]

Great video, thanks for sharing your expertise!

[@tigelou]

Did you have to chisel out a holei in the brick mold for deadbolt? or did the spacing in the rails privided enough room.?

[@johnavingian]

I'll be paying to have this done. I fell asleep twice., damn carnival music in the background

[@Deckbuilding]

I Know i should have used some rap music to keep your ass up.

[@hhova29]

Craig Heffernan lol

[@397coney7]

Hire someone. Go to your safe place and wait for him to come.

[@synettawilson6619]

Craig Heffernan damn Craig why the racist rap comment? I would just like to participate and appreciate something without all this racist bs for just once in this country. Great video anyways.

[@RetrocadePodcast]

FRIGGIN LIBERALS

[@rocklynfaher3305]

I have installed a lot of Larson doors on our homes - simple. But we have a brand new home now (for retirement) and the front door has a factory made, wood, one-piece "Door with inset sidelight panel" with the sidelight on the latch side of the door. The sidelight section is separated from the door section by a wood frame divider that is not the same depth (1/2 to 3/4" deeper) as the outer Brick Mold framing. How do I mount a storm door in this type opening?

[@oldarkie3880]

You need to add a filler to the latch side of the door frame. Have the builder do it if it's truly a brand new home.

[@sharonfuller6553]

We have a sidelight on one side of the door and need to install a build out before we can hang our new door. I cannot find instructions anywhere on how to do this. A video link or step by step instructions would be really helpful.

[@leonkozluk8566]

Great job! But forgot 2 things. Spacer for outside handle to bring it out farther from the door so hand could get in easily and other thing is to put a block of wood behind closure bracket. W

[@0thers1d3]

Perfect video. Will this go right over my old crappy wooden storm door and the old hinge cutouts?

[@SoundSeeker2024]

This was very helpful today. Thanks.

[@criley87]

This video saved my life! Thank you!!!!!!!!

[@Calgenonlaw]

Larson secure elegance door. 80 tall 36 wide. it will not open all the way due to an overhang. if we go with a shorter storm door, say 79x36, what type of door jamb work will have to be done to accommodate the shorter storm door. would we have to cut the current door on the house too? (by current we mean not the storm door, but the real door that is currently on)

[@DTCigarFather]

I enjoy your videos; I'm curious, did your new screen door knobs interfere with the existing door hardware? I'm putting a larson screen door on the back, and I'm more inclined to put a left hinged setup just to stay away from any troubles? Is there a measure to use?

[@TexasBuzzy]

Did you do the left hinged setup on your back door? I felt the same, perhaps the existing door knob would interfere with the new storm door door knob.

[@Deckbuilding]

@cactuszachk Thank You for watching. Are you talking about the plastic strips that cover the screw holes? If so there is a part of the video that shows the way they should go in. There is only one way they go, once you get it you will see how easy they zip into place. They also need cut to fit, if they are long they will give you trouble. If i didn't answer your question send me a picture at [e-mail]. I hope this was helpful.

[@BadEyeBodie]

I have a Larson storm door (Model 830-14) that only came with 1 closer. I've had numerous times where the wind blows and yanks the door open when you go outside. It ruined the original closer. I've since bought a new closer and added a chain at the top. Would it have been better to put 2 closers on vs 1 closer and a chain, or does it really matter? The door is on the side of my house that is flush to the exterior wall.

[@johniboz1]

The weather stripping at the bottom is very hard to slide. I put some KY on it. And boy, did they improve the template plate. And oh yeah, the background music is amazing

[@cmmillard99]

My deadbolt only locks if the door is open. If closed, when I pull the handle up it sounds like the lock is engaging but the deadbolt knob stops when I try to give it a full turn to the left. Only turns halfway. Any suggestions?

[@TheScott40]

Sure looks easy... Thanks for making this video

[@cactuszachk]

Thank you! Much better than the company video!

[@keikikipapa4804]

I'm gonna try this on my own. I have been very unsuccessful with getting someone to do it for me. Let you know how I did.

[@SokemRokemRobot]

So... how did you do?

[@rellg2884]

lowes tell me I they need to build out my door frame before installation, is that true or a ploy to make more money off the install

[@oldarkie3880]

I WOULD BELEIVE THEM. YOU COULD TELL YOURSELF IF YOU EXAMINE YOUR FRAME.

[@Civille7]

Please do another video on how to remove your existing storm door?

[@dmgmediaentertainment]

My door opening measures 35; there are no 35 doors. What options do you suggest?

[@nicart56]

You don't go into prepping the opening? Why? I'm installing an Andersen in a double sidelight door that that has a frame that looks nothing like yours. The threshold is much deeper than normal doors and the header comes out correspondingly.

[@VideoNOLA]

What is the absolute minimum vertical measurement the rough door framing can be and still fit this door? I'm about to try installing in a space slightly less than 80" so am worried.

[@cherylmartin4050]

Did the screw's come with?

[@howarddozier8804]

my Larson door came without the door mortised. I am very upset.no instructions on how to do it.door install was easy enough,all videos leave out this step.is there a video around that shows how to do this? Larsons web site has no info.Thanks

[@joearagon3454]

Same thing on aluminum door jambs???

[@fja4916]

Is it okay to remove the glass when installing a Larson storm door? Thanks in advance.

[@evaristekamanga9939]

Nice video ! Thanks

[@oo3menace]

I have a door similar to the one pictured in this video. How did you handle the strike plate on the jam side? I have what looks to be a metal door jamb surround my door and not sure how to get clearance for the deadbolt/latch.

[@Weezulguy]

Nice job. If theirs takes half the time, I hate to see how involved the competition’s is...

[@stew7479]

the lock turns, but the hooks won't come out to lock. My door won't lock. How can I fix it?

[@papalilburn]

Should have bought a Anderson! Prehung and very easy to install and works like a bank vault!

[@oldarkie3880]

I think Larson is easier than Anderson, I have installed several Larsons and they work great.

[@joearagon3454]

Nice job...

[@BlueJunco]

Thank you. Very useful

[@seanbone]

Great video

[@michaelbrennan6123]

Myine is missing the template for the handle. Is there a way I can get one?

[@userhiren-youtube]

Just bought a Larson and the top doesn't fit into the frame. Can I cut it slightly do that it will for door opening is 35.5 at the top party of the door frame.

[@Deckbuilding]

You may have to maintain 36" all the way down the side of the door frame. I usually remove the trim molding on the outside and cut it to maintain that 36" space. You may be able to trim it with a circular saw in place, be careful it takes skill.

[@missprissy59]

NICE! Can I pay you to come and install my door?

[@Westsidewood]

Thank you sir!

[@CarlosRodriguez-qo1ey]

Good job

[@SuperCuba1972]

muy buen trabajado , en u.s.a trae todo lo necesario para la instalación;facilita mucho el trabajo.gracias por el video.

[@garrettlinehan467]

We like it alot

[@freebird1963]

how the hell you tighten the set screw for the handle. sucks you skipped that part.

[@tucmox]

Nice, but you did not show the install of the door closer......the thing I really wanted to see

[@jimwilliams2327]

Are you related to Doug and Carrie?

[@drumchapman]

Better than Larson video.

[@sirpudge241]

This looks complicated. I just bout a Larson and had no idea I had to do all this. Might just hire someone, I feel like i could mess it up.

[@burningkarma]

Honestly, the easiest part is hanging it up and finishing the job. It's just all the prep that's kind of a pain.

[@Deckbuilding]

In your situation, it looks like you should return the door to the place you purchased it from.

[@ricklombardo6912]

holes usual come pre-done on handles

[@Julian-do7bv]

Rick Lombardo they don't on these because they are left or right hanging so you have to drill your own

[@judykempf9919]

Nice instructions, but the background music is distracting, expecting buffoonery to happen any moment, like a silent b & w comedy

[@olderman56]

Had to abort the video at 3:54. Couldn't deal with the background 'circus' music.

[@Deckbuilding]

Sorry this is one of my first videos and didn't know about music in videos until i became a KZbin partner and went to class.

[@U2bMAN100]

Did you think of muting the sound? Duh!

[@billdubinski2178]

Lol, a little (not louder than the person talking) music bother you huh? You must have alot of stress in life to let a thing like that bother you.

[@tuyhoaphuyen3412]

I actually like the music. It's so smooth and relaxing. Liked the video and consider to install it myself... I can do it...I can do it...I can do it. :)

[@SokemRokemRobot]

@@U2bMAN100 If the sound is muted, then he can't hear the guy talking... Duh!

[@elephantmoney]

Great video man ! But wow what a pain in the azz job to do. This will probably take me 3 hours. lol

[@oldarkie3880]

This is very easy compared to other doors. I like Larson the best.

[@rudy6222]

I bought this storm door and it's a big gap at the bottom

[@Deckbuilding]

+RUDY MINOR Hi Rudy, you may be missing the bottom u channel that attaches to the bottom of the storm door. The u channel also has the rubber seal strip to get it tight to the main doors threshold.

[@rudy6222]

Is that the silver part? If so I have it but it's nearly to the bottom of the door so I can't screw it to the door and it's still a gap

[@richb7414]

+RUDY MINOR sounds like you should have bought a taller storm door. Pella makes some that are almost 84" tall. These Larson one's are for standard 80" openings and allow up to 82". If your lower threshold has a steep angle for run off, this would require taller door as well. Depends on door installing on.

[@rudy6222]

I didn't know that I thought they all were a standard height. I knew the widths were different. Thanks for the info. Greatly appreciated

[@richb7414]

RUDY MINOR You could also add a drop down up top to lower the door a few inches. I've seen this done several times. Just a 2x4 covered with molding/trim for final aesthetics. Good Luck

[@dougiequick1]

What the heck is the point of having two doors? I don't get it?

[@SokemRokemRobot]

It creates a buffer between the inside of the house and the outside weather. In the winter, it keeps the inside warmer and the heater doesn't need to work as hard. That means, a lower gas and electric bill. In the summer, it keeps the inside of the house cooler, and the air conditioner doesn't need to work as hard.

[@Bradley_Clark]

10/10 thanks

[@josedorado6754]

Dang, our door is 96 ft in height...😬. Guess I have to get a custom made storm door.😕

[@johnwood5252]

NICE!

[@shawnrurodenm3640]

Thanks for the video however the circus music in the background is very distracting.

[@greenfocuses]

The video is good. The background music is not so good. The background music is distracting.

[@WTFIsThisGuyDoing233]

pilot holes? aint nobody got time for that

[@GumbootZone]

But what if the smoke gives you bronchitis?

[@ChristopherGlassman]

I'll take them all what a wonderful deal

[@PRich-ph9ue]

Where is the placement screw in the packaging??

[@GenX-Memories]

Love the tuba music, lol.