How to fix a screen door handle.
Fix my storm door handle.
Especially when the storm door handle is made of plastic or glass it is definitely not immune to damage.
Although the damage can be repaired by taping the broken pieces together it is not the most effective method.
This type is found commonly on lever style door handles.
A little troubleshooting can go a long way toward getting your storm door operating correctly again and can save you few bucks.
Screen or storm doors consist of metal.
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Remove the old handle and screen door latch unscrew both interior latch mounting screws pull the interior and exterior handles apart and remove the center spindle.
To depress the detent use the end of a metal paper clip or the point of an awl inserting it into the hole and pressing the detent down while twisting and removing the door handle shaft off the spindle.
Discard the old handle.
For a few simple problems though you might not have to go that far.
Assemble the new exterior handle according to the instructions on the packaging and slide the spindle.
Don t let a broken or ugly storm door handle ruin the look of your home s entrance.
Position the template.
15 to 30 minutes this video will guide you through the process of repairing replacing or tightening your door handles at your home.
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Mark the door for the new hole locations using the template provided with the new door handle.
Replace your old storm door handle in five easy steps which include drilling new holes if needed.
With most storm door handle problems the best fix is a quick and inexpensive replacement.