Common Door Winter Problems

Most people look forward to winter because it heralds the coming of the holiday season. However, homeowners and building owners may find this time of year very challenging, because this is when snow and ice are a huge concern for many properties. Today, your window installation company will share some of the door issues you’ll likely encounter during the colder months. 

• Loose screws. Changes in humidity and temperature cause the screws that hold up the door to come unsecured. Although it doesn’t seem like a serious dilemma, in reality, it may cause the entire door to sag within the frame. Moreover, the loose-fitting door will rub against the frame of the door or just stick while opening and closing. To fix this, you may simply tighten the screws.

• Warping. Moisture causes frames to wrap, distorting the shape of doors and windows. Most residential window services say this can come in the form of water in the frames expanding and freezing, causing the material to get stuck when closed. Keep in mind that once a frame has warped, it cannot be restored and would need to be replaced.

• Squeaking doors. This could be one of the unpleasant issues you’ll ever deal with. The key to fixing this is giving your door a little bit of lubrication. You can silence a squeaky door by using petroleum jelly that works its way into the hinge and adheres to it, so it won’t make a mess like other lubricants. 

At Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City, we believe all our clients deserve the very best, which is why we stand behind every replacement window and patio door we install. If you’re calling for residential window services, do not hesitate to reach us at (605) 307-5574 or here. We serve clients in Rapid City, SD, as well as the surrounding areas.