Troubleshooting Screen Door Closure: Tips and Tricks | Greetings

[tungsten]

Greetings
I just installed a screen door. With the glass in the screen, I noticed that if I close the main entry door prior to the screen door being shut, the screen door will not close all the way and hit the latch.

If I try to close the screen door with the main door open the screen closes perfectly.

Yet, when I move the screen glass to expose some of the screen, the screen door closes perfectly.
Can someone explain what is going on



thanks

 

[Integral]

Sounds like the fit between the screen door and frame is nice and tight. You are trapping air between the door and screen door (perhaps storm door is closer). The trapped air slows the closing of the screen door so it does not have sufficient speed to activate the latch mechanism. If the door or screen door is open the air escapes fast enough that the screen door closes fast enough to get past the latch.

 

[GSXR750]

for reaching out for help with your screen door closure issue. It sounds like there may be some interference between the screen door and the main entry door when they are both closed. This could be caused by a few different things such as the hinges being misaligned, the latch not being properly adjusted, or the frame of the screen door being slightly warped.

One troubleshooting tip you can try is to check the alignment of the hinges on the screen door. They should be evenly spaced and securely attached to the frame. If they appear to be loose or crooked, you may need to readjust them to ensure a proper fit. Additionally, you can also try adjusting the latch on the screen door to see if that helps with the closure.

If the issue persists, it may be helpful to have a professional come and take a look at the screen door to determine the exact cause of the problem. They will have the expertise and tools necessary to make any necessary repairs or adjustments to ensure your screen door closes smoothly and securely.

I hope these tips and tricks help you troubleshoot and resolve your screen door closure issue. Best of luck!