How to Replace An Exterior Door | Start to Finish Front/Back Door Install

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Subscribe to my channel: bit.ly/SubscribeToTheFixer Thanks for watching! 😀

[@vickiecc7156]

I missed something. Your nails you said were temporary but they never did come out and did you nail anywhere else . I just saw screws on the hinges only? Did I miss something but very educational. Thanks.

[@fungiuse]

WOW - GREAT video, well made, lots of useful details. I bought a front door at Home Depot, got 3 estimates from handy men on line (ranged from $700 to $1,200). I watched this video and now I can install the door for free!! Mr. FIXER: thanks for this excellent video. You're putting those guys out of business for overcharging, and helping people like me save money.

[@starfoxjaden8972]

I've been watching construction videos all day and I just want you to know that yours was just excellent. No bells or whistles or gimmicks, just a high quality, well edited, relaxed video that gave me the encouragement and confidence I needed to finally pull the trigger on my own door replacement. Thank you both very much. You got yourself a new subscriber.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

That is awesome to hear! Thanks so much for letting me know and thanks for watching!

[@harveydent1731]

How did it go?

[@jonp.6131]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair The videos where they're installing in a purpose-built frame in a studio are ok, but this gave me more of a real-world scenario feel.

[@MemeKingChangwei]

yep no bs just straight to the point how-to videos

[@delmaquezada6733]

I'm a sevendy year old grandma and I love watching your videos.

[@markeelius]

wanna link up

[@kontra]

That is one of the most satisfying feeings in the world, when you hire someone to do a job and they do it better than your expectations, with no deception or games played. Just great work! Thank you for this video!

[@Gary-ts6dh]

5:41 - Yay! Free pool noodle! 13:52 - Nice trick, thank you! In just five seconds you've made a jewel out of this video (not to mention that we get to see how long it actually takes to replace an exterior door because of the minimal edits and speedups so many content creators do).

[@EdsterL]

I finished the door yesterday, I did everything you did with the exception that the door wouldn't close correctly at the bottom. I had to also you a square ruler to square the door. This truly was a two-man job, great to have nice neighbors that came to help me 👍

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Happy to hear you got the door in and that the video helped you! Thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@thestonewall30]

You make it look so easy. Lol. I spent 4 hours on one door. But I did learn a lot. And next time I’m making sure my brother n law doesn’t touch the door.

[@danieller4096]

The backdoor on my house is 60 years old and was recently kicked in so it definitely needs replaced for safety reasons. I hate the idea of hiring people to do things that I could learn so I really appreciate this video.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Well, I really appreciate you checking out the video! So happy I could help!

[@A10TOES]

Danielle, I could do it myself too, but I cannot handle the weight of a pre hung door & it helps if you have 2 guys doing it.

[@ldqa2737]

02:05 Finally! Someone showed me the definition of right/left in/out swing!

[@broncrice9026]

I have been looking for THIS for days! Every other video out there cuts through steps or skips something. Thank you for this awesome and thorough video.

[@pandaloverful13]

My backdoor is now installed! Took me like 5 hours and some help and it is most certainly not perfect but it's done! Thank you for posting such a helpful and informative video. It really helped.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

That is awesome to hear! Nice work! So happy the video could help you out. Thanks for watching, Chloe!

[@cnctroubleshooting9052]

So at 18:32, when putting the Protecto Wrap on (sounds kinda like a super hero?) the corner, would it make sense to put the corner patch on first so the longer piece of PW would shed water over the patch instead of hitting at the seam? Not sure I explained that right...

[@that_random_dad]

Yep. You want to start at the bottom and add upwards from there for a duck feather effect

[@danpatrick7176]

Me and my friend used this tutorial and did this all day yesterday. I have no experience with anything like this but I was still able to make it happen with your great tips! Thanks a lot for this one. Best video on the subject I found!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

That is amazing to hear, Daniel! So happy the video helped you out!

[@100fredkrueger]

The Fixer it is gonna help me too. I am replacing my front and side entry doors. I am waiting till they come in then I’m doing it. Hopefully the doors are the right size. Well the actual doors are. I’m talking about the jambs and rough opening. My contractor that I always use said it would be no more than $500 unless they ran into problems. That is a lot of money to hang a couple of doors. So I’m gonna try it myself. Hopefully everything will go smoothly.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

100fredkrueger Good luck! I hope the video helps!!

[@GreenVegan816]

I need to replace the door on my garage, so I was excited to watch this video. Thanks for all the great info throughout. I've never installed a door before so I appreciate the details. And tell your friend, they picked out the perfect door for that house. It looked beautiful and matched perfectly.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks for watching Sharon!! I hope it helps you out! Let me know how it goes!

[@patrickpreisinger5923]

My wife volunteered me today to replace an exterior door for a friend. I've installed exterior doors on my house, but have never had to replace one. This was incredibly helpful. Very step by step, answering every question I had (how to remove external trim, start installing the new door on the hinge side, insulation). You are a natural teacher. Thanks!

[@irishka_zolotse]

The whole new look is so much better. Nice door choice. The vid is very educational, keep up a great job, a new subscriber here!

[@gsettlemyre]

It’s been over 15 years since I replaced three doors on my house, sure could have used this video as a training aid. Most of my information I learned from This Old House and other shows like it. Original doors were just old enough to need replacement and the previous owners had them painted black, with a glass storm door, talk about overheating the space in between.. Built a new shed with a service door, that one went in a lot easier because of new construction. Nice video.

[@turtuhl]

Thank you for this video. I was going to pay someone to install my new door. It's a 6-inch wide opening and I ordered the correct width left inswing. This is the only video that goes through all the steps in depth. Thank you sooo much. I have watched your other videos too so I was psyched that there was one specific to the front door. You are the best!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome to hear! I hope the video helps with the install! Good luck, James!

[@lowhooch]

great video,,, but what if the sill was rotten when u removed the old door,,, then what to do?

[@clairebordeaux]

My father once said spray foam is like fix-a-flat…..they create more problems than solutions. Great video.

[@xridex400]

Finally, a proper door installation video, unlike the "replace your front door in 30 minutes!" videos.. take notes home depot! Great video man.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

apiscitelli Thank you, Apiscitelli! I really appreciate that!

[@kenmostjr8482]

This guy did a great job. Nothing fancy or anything that any ordinary person couldn't do. Excellent video. Very well done.

[@dwil8621]

Thanks to this video i was able to replace my back door yesterday with minimal frustration. Thank you. I only encountered a couple of stripped screws and a bit of loose/broken sheet rock behind the border that i had to deal with. Thanks again

[@malley4747]

Thanks!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thank you! 😃

[@chloesmom412]

What a nice job you did for your friend!!

[@fintan3563]

Beautiful door. It already matches the shutters. Another Fixer Fantastic job!

[@fishon7301]

Sealing with foam around the sides and top. You said you don't do it. Your reasoning is most likely about water infiltration. The reason we seal all around the door and window today is because we now know that a major source of heat leakage is due to air movement. Yes, that's why you tape and seal around the perimiter. You should have used a tyvek like tape to tape down the exposed tyvek paper. It's just a good practice to do. Low expansion window and foor foam is absulutely the industry standard for sealing gaps around doors and windows. Your reasoning about bulging is based on regular high expansion foam being used in the wrong places. Yes, foam around doors and windows. Loosely packed insulation is the next best thing. Not jammed in too tightly. Also when putting in the large screws through the shims, use a drill to pre-drill a pilot hole through the shim, so that the big screw doesn't crack it.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

All great points. Thank you, Gary! I just want people to use spray foam responsibly haha 😂. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@jonp.6131]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair If I use it, I use the LocTite brand. It seals well, cleans up easy, moves with the heat and cold and is easier to work with than "Great Stuff"

[@sherreelombard8550]

What state are you in? I need my front and back doors installed and have no one to so it. I live alone and the previous owner used an interior door on the front!

[@thebillyguide4679]

@@sherreelombard8550 if you are in Southern New Jersey I can help you out.

[@Chris-nw5lk]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair you should see a foam repair I did long ago, underestimated the expansion. What a mess! Scraping it off is hell.

[@JosueMartinez-wd3yu]

I’m thinking of changing my front and back exterior doors and have NEVER done this. Watching your tutorial, has given me confidence that I can do this. Definitely going to save this video and use it as my guide when the time comes for me to change them doors. Thanks for your help.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

That is amazing to hear! I really hope it helps you out! Thanks for watching!

[@TheBriley3027]

Shims for removing nails is great man I’ll probably do that for the rest of my life. Can’t believe I never thought of that. Use beater boards my whole life

[@taramiller3236]

I've watched 3 videos on this because it's been awhile since I did this. Yours brought back memories, should be easier because of you🥰thanks!!!

[@ronscott2343]

And...at about 27:44, you adjust the reveal in the Lowe right corner. Can you explain how you did that? It looks like the shims are between the lower hinge and the door but I don’t get how that would close one gap without opening the opposite gap.

[@JohnWadsworth-p2m]

Great explanation and lots of tips! Excellent!

[@VideoNOLA]

Treated myself to a Ryobi Wet/Dry Vac recently, and highly recommend one to you, since you enjoy cleaning things up between job phases.

[@georgiapeach7291]

I'm just now able to watch this. I learned a lot about installing a door. There's a lot more to it than just taking it off and putting it back on. Sorry, I was in the bed sick for a week and I felt yucky. It's that time of the year. I love the new door too. It matches the house. Very pretty. 😁

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks for watching Peach! Glad you are feeling better!

[@georgiapeach7291]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair thank you! 😁

[@millionwoudneh8031]

Just wanted to say, you are great! Donot fill the vedio with unnecessary stuff. Just to the point. Thanks.

[@jburek]

Very well done tutorial! One of the best I've seen on any topic. I even learned a few tricks that I was unaware of previously. Thank you!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome to hear! Thanks so much for checking it out!

[@wno1043]

I learned how to install doors many years ago when I was working for my brothers-in-law building houses. I need to replace my back door in this old farm house. This was an excellent refresher for me.

[@tedrogers8665]

Pre-drill when screwing into shims so they do not split

[@MrTalkingtrue]

I wanted to hire a guy because I was to afraid doing it by myself. I watch a ton of videos and didn’t think it was for me. But your video make me do it. Super simple and easy man. Ty very much god bless!

[@Afer09]

If only we were in the same continent! Im in France, my husband and i got a house from XV century, stone one. Lots to do, but we are both non very handy , lol. As i say if we would had lucky enough to be your neigbour! Keep up the good job is a pleasure to see you repair , so to detail and clean . Love it

[@billdodson207]

The most helpful door replacement video so far in my research and prep. Thanks.

[@bigscarce4]

Great video. I had no clue how to install a new door + frame. Watching this video gave me the confidence to try it myself. It may have taken me 5 or 6 hours. But I did it by mself. It may not be perfect but it works.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome, glad to hear that it helped! 😃

[@kathykelly7757]

My door guy bailed on me, so after watching this video I'm feeling like I can do this on my own! Thank you. Ill let you know

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

Thank's ! I have this Job coming up soon on my house , And with storm door .

[@thomasfamily-c1g]

Good job I learn a lot from this video. I felt like I was in class. I like the way you explain what and how you're going to do the job. Again Good Job . Amen

[@ronscott2343]

I need to replace 2 doors and this video gives me confidence so thank you for that. At about 23:36 in your video, you have the level against the right side of the door frame and and you say, “It needs to go this way a little bit.” It would help me out a lot to know what needed to be moved and exactly how you moved and secured it, just in case I run into that issue. I also need to deal with my alarm sensors so any help there would be appreciated. You just got another subscriber! Thanks!

[@davidparez408]

The new door frame was likely not level. After that, he then held the frame in place where it was level and put a nail in to hold it. As the install progressed, he used shims to hold the frame in that level position as he fastened it to the stud.

[@maciejfassa4394]

Great guide. I just bough doors from Dako and it was really useful to watch this before assembly.

[@joeycarpeal]

Awesome video. Im super hands on but never installed an exterior door. This gave me some motivation do tackle 2 of them and will be putting money in my pockets as well as some self satisfaction!

[@217RockStar217]

I'm 6min 45sec in, and already learned so much, Thank you

[@LeslieWorks]

I'm so glad you left in the ringtone gag. That was funny as heck. Great job and you gave me the confidence to do this job correctly myself.

[@michaelnicholson6412]

This is an older video, but I wanted to say thank you. Because my pregnant wife found it, so now I’ll be installing a new door with no prior door installing experience.. 😂

[@sharonhryndza4839]

This is a great video and your explanation along the way is very clear and concise.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks Sharon! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@lucy2beme]

Great video, I'm hanging two exterior doors next week. I'll be referring back to your video.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome! Really hope it helps! Good luck!

[@giovybez8061]

informative and entertaining, thanks for sharing.

[@df56gh4d5h]

Did you put a new screen door on too?

[@kiadent357]

I like the new door better than the other. You are simply amazing at your craft.

[@MatAK49]

Installing main entrance house door and 2 storm doors tomorrow. Since it's been a number of years since I last installed a door, I thought I'd brush up on the knowledge on Installing the 36 x 80 door and glad I came across this video. If I can find this video again tomorrow night, I'll update how that project went as up here in Alaska where there's no building codes in most areas, I'm likely to run into those "wth is this mickey mouse crap???"

[@krazieKs3]

Your videos are so relaxing and make Me feel successful. Keep on keeping on thank you for teaching!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks so much. I really appreciate it!

[@LaurenInJersey]

I always look forward to your videos. This one did not disappoint! Thanks for bringing us all of your knowledge.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks so much for checking it out Lauren!!

[@EdsterL]

Wow this video instruction is what I needed to see, I bought the door at Lowes yesterday thinking I can just swap but it doesn't look like it's going to work. This video for sure gave me the confidence to do it myself. Let me see if I can post my video online. Great job my friend.

[@jaystevens3548]

There has been L.X.F. or Low Expansion Foam for years. why not use that type?

[@mkfwebb]

very well explained thank you I'm changing my rear outside door tommorrow

[@GtThatsM3]

Most helpful video I've seen in a while I'm planning on doing my first door this week

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Great to hear! Good luck!

[@casper1995able]

I have no need to replace a door anytime soon but man was this an interesting video, great job!

[@Laptops1781]

I apologize for my novice question, but do you always have to replace the frame around the door? Can you not purchase a door and hang it?

[@PetePuebla]

Thanks for your rant about spray foam. I was going to consider using it but after hearing your complaints about it I'll probably go with insulation or something else.

[@jackmazzan2766]

This was an absolutely excellent exhibition of knowledge and easy to understand video.

[@CindyHeff]

we had that same problem..end of street wind tunnel...we had to tie the screen door to the inside door hinge during a wind storm...so we got rid of screen door and replaced front door with one that had sliding window w screens

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

That works! It is amazing how much damage a little wind can do. Glad you solved your issue!

[@winter4575]

Had 2 front doors to replace, this video was perfect. Well thought out and informative. Would recommend 100%.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks so much, Winter!!

[@jonp.6131]

So this is one of the best videos on KZbin for a DIY front door! Could you make a follow-up listing off remedies in case the threshold isn't level, or if the rough opening is too narrow or not a standard size? 1960's home owner here

[@jeffknecht2733]

Excellent video, you did not appear to miss a step. There were no mystery steps taken, that the viewer didn't actually see you do in real-time. My exterior door and frame are out of plumb 3/8-1/2 inch. Because the frame is out of plumb too, I think that the jack stud has leaned because of settling. The header and threshold are pretty close to level. How would you go about the repair? Do you think that the frame would have to be removed and reset? Thank you very much.

[@jaysonstewart596]

Great Job. Your explanation helped solidify my confidence to do this myself. Thanks.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@Allison12338]

The new door looks great 👍

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thank you!

[@Mikem-mq2hh]

Done nice and relaxed...Pretty much any issue can be felled if you remain calm and work the issue/problem.

[@fungiuse]

So it's only 6 long screws that hold the door in place to the rough opening!!?? And when do you remove the temporary nails you placed on trim outside--before putting shims or after shims ? With the temporary nails in place, will they allow the shims to move the door the amount necessary for shimming?

[@mrneon7745]

Thank you for sharing! Great tips and installation insight. Well done!

[@gtk-SW]

Really well done

[@ryandrury6102]

Is that LP smart siding on his house or what kind is it looks really nice.

[@GrAYvTrAnE]

I'm basically a carpenter now. Thanks for the vid :)

[@jtaend]

Good video! I have a few recommendations. Always place your shims on top of your screws, just so the shim won’t crack and fall when fastening I work for a well known door manufacturer, and I am certified door installer, most door manufacturers require to use either a elastomeric or polyurethane sealant over silicone, there are so many different wood species and composites that silicone will not adhere to. Keep in mind when placing screws behind the weatherstrip , you are fastening thru the thinnest part of the jamb. Door manufacturers recommend fastening thru The thickest part of the jamb, ( could be problematic for warranty purposes ) understand doing so would mean the installer would need to take extra steps in covering the screw holes and paint to match. Never ever only fasten through the brick mould. Always use the long screws supplied for the hinges and secure through the jamb. A well sealed and secured door will last for many years.

[@MyGoogleYoutube]

Thank you

[@venegasenmerida6307]

Thanks for the tips

[@venegasenmerida6307]

What do you mean by place your shims on top of your screws???

[@jtaend]

@@venegasenmerida6307 when you set your long fastening screws thru the door frame and hinges don’t fully tighten. Make sure when using your wood or composite shims place them above/ top of your screws. Don’t screw thru the shims. Hope that helps

[@venegasenmerida6307]

@@jtaend got it👍

[@americanme5900]

Thanks for the tutorial, you save me time and money.

[@davep857]

Great job on the video, nice and thorough too.

[@leewillers4621]

You are so careful and precise! Love the work you do!!!

[@djphilly44]

Great video and I love how you explained every step and why! I feel confident that I can successfully replace my old original door with a brand-new steel door. Thank you and I am subscribing to your channel!

[@dcherradura2569]

Awesome video. Thanks that was very helpful.

[@sadbutwedidntstartit]

I just noticed that whomever built / sided the home went cheap and didn't add the channeling around the door frame. It looks like they caulked / sealed it but why not add the vinyl channeling ? I know that you need to secure it to the wood siding before the vinyl siding is applies but could it be added and use adhesive to swcure it to the trim that you saved ? Just wondering. You said said that you found water near the bottom.

[@tookatuktuk]

"Now I have a big hole in my house." "Alright, see ya!👋" 🤣🤣🤣

[@dwfinds3030]

Would it be possible to just get the door and have it work with current jam? Or do all doors need new jams. Ive seen a lot of doors for sale used for much less but they don't have jams.

[@robertbraden8790]

Great job! Very informative video...I think I’ll try to tackle myself. I’m sure I’ll have to watch a few times!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Hey, Robert! Happy to hear you enjoyed the video. I hope it helps out!

[@lin5683-d4m]

I'm binge watching ur Vids🙃 this one was fantastic. Nice to see a Contractor taking pride and doing the job to Perfection. 🇬🇧 UK in deh house 🖐🏾🍿🍿 🔨

[@AndyTheXTech]

Very cool Dude! I learned a lot. I had no idea about the spray foam. Good tips! 😉👍

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks Andy! I know I am gonna get some heat for talking bad about spray foam haha

[@AndyTheXTech]

Does the Dakota like spray foam? 😜

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

@@AndyTheXTech No comment haha

[@flexjay87]

Job well done. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thank you for watching! Hope the video helps!

[@smplyizzy]

Would you not caulk the brick mold before inserting the door into the opening?

[@gregmontgomery9726]

Thanks. Now I can't wait to get home and see if either one of my caulk guns has a built in tip cutter like that.

[@msponch23]

Loved this video , it was very helpful

[@TheBornBaker]

Great video man im thinking about installing my own door now

[@sumar207]

Great work with very exceptional visuals and explanations! The new door looks just right in that home!

[@grizzlycountry1030]

That door looks so much better with the color of the house as well as window shape it has. Very informative video. And no spray foam...LOL

[@renman3426]

WOW! Awesome Video! You work so calm and steady! So many other peoples videos they are so out of breath! Very informative and educational! Loved watching it! Saved it to my favorite videos on my KZbin page. I need to replace me front door and the jamb. But I just had cervical spine surgery on 4-13-20 So I cant do any work like that for a long time. But when I am ready to do it I will use your video! Thank you so Much, I will be checking out your other videos. I subscribed to your channel. Jim

[@bigwash1444]

Awesome job!!! Great explanations and humor!! Good job