How to install or replace a storm or screen door closer

[@veryvermilion]

I am THE worst when it comes to home maintenance. So when my storm door closer broke last week, I thought I was going to have to replace the entire door. Thankfully, I came across your video. I went to the hardware store and found what I needed. I came home and fixed it myself. It took about half an hour. Thanks for the video!

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad the video was helpful Tom, that's what we're here for!

[@cherylteach-in70berent5]

Door closer: Clear, closeup video with step by step. Tell production team excellent!

[@TheBinaryWolf]

Unlike the other videos on the subject at which I looked, you folks included information about the spring and adjustment screw. Well done! Thank you for the clear and concise tutorial.

[@markymarkthemag]

This video helped me install a closer on my front door, adjust the closer on my kitchen door and now replace and repair the shoddy work done on the front door at my moms house by some bum handyman; thanks for this

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SuperClothier]

You nailed that instructional video on door closers !!! Great job!!! I am one that needs all the information. This was the 6th video I had watched. Not that I couldn't of just went ahead and installed the closer without the video, I like to know the best possible way and measurements before I drill and install. Even though the closer will perform, I believe it looks better and functions the best when you're using precise measurements. You broke everything down perfect and went through the hardware and how it works . As well as what do in different seasonal weather conditions. You've sold me sure. I actually for more confident on installing and knowing where I can go and call for the best advice on my next project. Thanks again . Great job

[@CARMENCLUCK]

OH THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH... SOMEONE KNOCKED ON MY DOOR AND OPENED THE STORM DOOR TO KNOCK... THEY DIDN'T SHUT IT TIGHT AND WE HAD 60 MPH WINDS... AND YOU GUESSED IT... THE WIND BLEW IT OPEN I DON'T KNOW HOW MANY TIMES... AND PULLED THE SCREWS 1/2 OUT OF THE DOOR JAM... SO I NEEDED HELP TO DO IT MYSELF... THANKS AGAIN SO VERY MUCH...

[@shadowcat6lives639]

Straight to the point and simple. Thank you for the video

[@IdealSecurity]

You're most welcome! Glad it was clear

[@theresab7616]

Thank you for a clear and precise way to install. The wind caught mine and snapped it into. Picked up one from big box store and tried to follow directions given on another video, but he did it bass ackwards from yours and I couldn't figure out how to extend the tension rod. After looking at your video , it took me seconds to complete.

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it helped! Your comment made our day!

[@rudolphpieters7918]

This tutorial was superb. I used is on 7/16/21, to install a closer on my own. Straight💯✔

[@talorreese4543]

I'm replacing one now...this was very helpful! Thank you

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NickReno100]

Very helpful. Short, precise and to the point. Thank you. 👍👍👍

[@IdealSecurity]

Hey Nick! Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@kadawalden]

This was a life saver for my other-brand door closer kit that came with no instructions. Thank you for helping everyone 🤗 - Kada

[@nerrade]

Jam bracket flat side out and 2 1/8" from the door plus the pretension setting was very helpful. Thanks

[@IdealSecurity]

thank you

[@100PercentOS2]

Great instruction video. I guess there is a little more to installing a storm door closer than I thought. But I have a good understanding of how to do this since I have installed inside door closers and adjusted them. I installed one on my closet door so it will shut on its own since I forget to shut it. I'm terrified of bats and that is the reason I did this. Thank you so much.

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eddiestone4528]

Best video I've seen on this you did a great job on explaining everything

[@IdealSecurity]

thank you

[@seanmarroquin9559]

Perfect video Straight to the point Measurements locations

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it helped

[@TG-eh8uo]

Wow, this is so helpful! I thought I was going to have to ring up a handyman, but I'll be able to do this simple project on my own. I'm off to Home Depot! Thank you for making things much easier.

[@pices100rt]

Absolutely awesome video....thank you for posting this.

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kellygirl811]

Perfect video. Step by step without a bunch of yakking in between which can only be confusing.

[@sfranz5773]

Great video, just what I needed to finish installing mine

[@funny29041]

I like your energy Kyle. Thank you for the info

[@melissav6374]

This was so helpful, thank you! Got mine adjusted perfectly now. :)

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it helped!

[@mspaulanlaa7334]

I just took off, cleaned, painted, and successfully replaced my mom`s 20 plus year old hardware with these directions.

[@IdealSecurity]

Wonderful! Glad the video was helpful :)

[@lilianaatala5245]

Thank you very much,1st time i did this,very helpful video, im not a handyman , now im very proud of my self, you making easier

[@casiopea1953]

Very helpful video update about Door Closer. Thank you 🙏 and Congratulations.

[@andrewperkins4047]

Thanks! Door closes great now.

[@jehudavis5422]

I like it you really didnt make me over think this. Very easy thanks!

[@jasons5540]

Thanks man, I just release the tension now the screen door doesn't take long to close.

[@tcsgirl6865]

This was helpful somewhat. I'm not installing one new but rather putting the main tube back on already installed brackets. I had to remove main tube piece from both brackets so that I could slide the jammed "lock" back down the rod. When I unjammed the locking piece, the rod sprung back into the "tube". Now when I reattach one end of the main tube piece to a bracket, it's too short to reach the other bracket (the door is in the closed position when I'm trying to attach.) I can't figure out how to have the rod extend out so I can attach that end to the bracket on the door frame. Watching how you install a new door closer, I'm wondering why the rod on mine would be extended anyway. It seems it should only extend when the door is being opened.

[@chrisuttley984]

Did you figure out how to do this? I have the same problem.

[@tcsgirl6865]

​@@chrisuttley984unfortunately I have not. 😭

[@luisnieves8219]

Thanks for the tutorial!! Mounted it 💯💯💯💯

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it helped

[@barneygordon2585]

great video thanks. what is other hole for?

[@kpv123]

Very well done video, the best!

[@rwws1387]

very helpful, thank you!

[@mitchc6945]

Great and very understandable instructions !!!!!!

[@shearexpert]

Great tutorial. Pretty confident that even I can do this...lol

[@RoadTripsy]

What kind of screws to be used to fix on the aluminum frame. Mine usually come out after few days.

[@IdealSecurity]

Our products come with tapping screws #12 x 5/8" long, or longer. Sometimes the existing holes are too big for the screws and that could be the reason why they are coming out after a few days. I hope this helps.

[@msheart2]

@@IdealSecurity what would be the best course of action if the existing holes in the aluminum frame are too big, please?

[@robmitchell2018]

Thanks for the video. Pre-tensioning the door... who knew?

[@IdealSecurity]

:) Most welcome!

[@cam-2259]

Can’t find tutorial videos like this anymore

[@IdealSecurity]

Thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@celticstephenhill]

My piston hinge kept pulling away from the frame no matter how long of a screw I put in, until I flipped the bracket so that the straight edge was CLOSER to the door (not away as stated in the video). Now it performs flawlessly. 🤷

[@Parekhjosh]

Well made informative helpful video...thanks..

[@joanfernandez4072]

You could show which way is counter clockwise or clockwise. . It would help a lot thank you.

[@eastcoastgrowshow8495]

if you have this, do you need a wind chain also?

[@daethule]

What is the benefit/point of pre-tensioning it? This is the first video I've seen that mentions it.

[@IdealSecurity]

Thanks for the question. It ensures there's extra tension on the closer, to provide enough force to fully close and latch the door. Provides a little extra "kick."

[@lisaherrera23]

My door is just like this one in the video. However my son took it off because he didn't want anyone to get hurt. Well unfortunately he threw it away. So I don't know which one I would need. Can you tell me the name of this one please? Thank you 😊

[@IdealSecurity]

We don't have access to the name of that specific door however looks like it's a full view storm door, you can check out a few options online here www.homedepot.com/b/Doors-Windows-Exterior-Doors-Storm-Doors/Full-view/N-5yc1vZbtxkZ1z0sfqy Good Luck!

[@lisaherrera23]

@@IdealSecurity Thank you 😊

[@msheart2]

Hi, is there a feature on the standard size closer to keep the door slightly propped open? Is it something I can achieve using the washer shown at 2:21? Thank you in advance. Mia.

[@IdealSecurity]

Yes the washer on the standard door closer will help keep the door slightly propped open. www.idealinc.com/en/door-and-window-hardware/storm-and-screen-door-hardware/door-closers/sk9x-standard-storm-door-closer We also have the standard door closer with the touch and hold feature as well www.idealinc.com/en/door-and-window-hardware/storm-and-screen-door-hardware/door-closers/sk9600-standard-door-closer-with-touch-hold

[@mamat792]

Mine closer popped open and came unpinned up top at the frame. The washer device seems locked and I'm unable to extend it to attached it to the frame and pin it. Suggestions?

[@lynnmerritt8873]

worked perfectly! Thanks for the specifications.

[@anslissmz1859]

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[@kathyholland6165]

Thank you very easy to install. It works great when the front door is open. I know how to adjust the screw. When the front door is closed it will not close all the way no matter how I adjust the screw. What can I do?

[@mattgilstrap7295]

Is part of the closing mechanism touching the front door that's why it can't close?

[@MilliJTF]

I have this problem. There's an airpocket in the doorway and I can't get the storm door to latch shut when the door to the house is closed. One handyman "fixed" it--the door closed but wasn't opening wide enough to fit in the doorway with groceries. Another handyman adjusted it so it would open wider and now it won't close again. I tried adjusting the rubber around the door to allow air in but that didn't work either. How do I adjust this properly?

[@kimm5555]

Is that washer really necessary I have found delivery people don't know how to close it and tend to rip it out because the washer will hold it open.

[@rubenflores3218]

I would suggest if possible to anyone installing door closer to reinforce door jamb mount with to a base metal plate with 4 self tapping screws plate to wood/aluminum door frame for added strength.

[@louismays7810]

U can use wood filler for stripped out door holes

[@goblin103187]

Wooden golf tees work much better for wood holes. Tap it in and then break it off flush with whatever you're putting it in. The wood filler doesn't have near the holding strength of the tees. If the tee is too big in diameter you can shave it with a razor knife if needed. If its something that will be under constant stress you can add a small amount of construction adhesive in the hole for added strength but honestly I've never had one pull out with it or without it.

[@mechellemcelfresh3844]

Works great

[@IdealSecurity]

Excellent! Glad to hear!

[@MrDanielmahaniel]

You rock dude

[@IdealSecurity]

No you rock!

[@terrydonovan4751]

will the door open 90 degrees when installed? I'm not getting it

[@hellothere8972]

Great video---thank you

[@erinspurpleheart]

Thank you

[@IdealSecurity]

thank you

[@brianbacich9999]

Anyone know what I can do to stop the squeal coming from the door closer? I tried a little white lithium grease and that didn’t help at all

[@IdealSecurity]

Hi Brian. The noise from the door closer should be minimal. It comes from the spring moving back and force on the inner surface of the tube. If the noise is too much, disconnect the door closer from the door side, spin the tube a few times while the rod is still connecting to the jamb bracket. It should smooth out some noise, but not eliminating. We don’t suggest adding grease through the gap in between the rod and the tube. Too much grease would block the spring over time when the grease gets dried out.

[@msheart2]

I use W40 in squeaks and squeals

[@edwinwilliams5268]

Thanks alot

[@IdealSecurity]

Most welcome

[@cathydecraene2516]

Thought I needed a new closer, just needed adjustment

[@kaosinc]

I've never seen one soo low on the door frame as our are at the top of the door. Is that an American thing?

[@IdealSecurity]

Hi Kaos. It's purely a preference thing. Top, bottom, middle... It all works the same, and it's a question of where you want to see it.

[@toulon505]

Thank you!!

[@Grangy27]

I just installed an Ideal closer. It "bangs shut" at the last two- three inches.

[@IdealSecurity]

Hrmmm, we should be able to fix that for you through the bypass or seasonal adjustment. Can you send an email to [e-mail] so we can help you out?

[@fragmentalstew]

You need to add the pretension and then readjust your bracket to accommodate the new length. 2:11

[@maryannsawyer7630]

When properly installed it does not " bang shut "; it closed " GENTLY ".

[@frankclifton9191]

Faster or Harder?

[@silenthillfarms]

Both

[@christinatrevino4484]

Storm door handle repair

[@anthonyhooyer5225]

Is this the guy that narrorates the How It's Made TV show?

[@IdealSecurity]

No but we're going to take that as a compliment

[@BrianLife]

Wowowowo. No explanation,

[@rubenflores3218]

Oops... For wood frame better to use fat wood screws.

[@tinnedanger]

Strange them being at the bottom of the door. They are obvious and ugly. Where I live. They are on the top of the door and are hardly noticeable.

[@IdealSecurity]

It really depends on the door manufacturer, some of them have the door closers installed at the top and some of them have them installed at the bottom, there are both options available in the market.

[@rogerbraasch5224]

Ideal Brand Closer not Wright Closer

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

YOU SAYIN IT'S NOT THE CORRECT CLOSER ?

[@mrzacat3tasm3xxxico20]

Wright is just a quick grab for a cheap quick fix on a house your about to sell etc

[@DavidHughey]

Great video! Could have done without being spoken to like a second grader but very solid tutorial!

[@IdealSecurity]

Glad it was helpful! We'll work on the tone for future videos :)

[@mnm7009]

The one I have so does not cut easily. I hate this! 😂

[@KarlKnutson0615]

Do you talk like that in real life?

[@IdealSecurity]

no

[@silenthillfarms]

@@IdealSecurity lmao! I was just about to ask this

[@KarlKnutson0615]

@@silenthillfarms Ha. It’s so funny.

[@IdealSecurity]

@silent hill farms We're going to improve our on-camera voice in future videos...the feedback is loud and clear

[@silenthillfarms]

@@IdealSecurity don't change anything, be your true self

[@georgecarenzo3890]

Can someone tell me why my new door closer is doing this? kzbin.info5Vcrr6jRhz0