How To Replace The Hinges On An External Door?

In this video, home renovation brothers Dave and Rich and their son Caleb demonstrate how to reinstall a door quickly and easily. To install door hinges on a new door, measure and mark the location of the hinges on the door frame and the door being hanged. Place the hinge on the door and trace around it.

To install or replace door hinges, follow these step-by-step instructions. With the help of a helper, set the exterior door back on its hinges. Close the door and note how it fits the frame without weatherstripping. There should be an even reveal about 1/8 in. wide around the door. Use a hammer and a nail set (or a screwdriver) to remove the hinge pins and detach the old door for the hinges. For most hinges, you should be able to insert a nail set into the hole at the bottom of the door.

To replace door hinges, use blocks of wood to steady the door, compare the hinges and measure the door, and remove one of the old hinges. Swing the door ajar a bit, push it back into position, and use a hand drill to tighten the screws on the door hinge. Use security hinges with protrusions that go into the door, which cannot be removed unless Allen keyed from the inside.

In summary, installing or replacing door hinges is a simple process that requires careful planning and preparation.