The builders who helped replace the exterior trim this summer also re-hung the two front doors, which were sagging to the point that they hung like parallelagrams until light came through the gaps. Since they were hung inappropriately, while the exterior trim was removed we also removed the interior trim and re-shimmed and secured the doors so they work without rubbing and have a solid seal. These are Energy Star rated doors with warrantees, which are fiberglass and very heavy. For them to be hung wrong is like driving a sports car with the emergency brake on, completely defeating their purpose. I will eventually need to repaint the interior as result. Good winter project.
During this work the builders pointed out that the mudroom door was swelling at the base of the window, indicating water was seaping through the seal and ruining the door. Eventually, mushrooms even started to appear. I had to contact the manufacturer, who sent a replacement door. Unfortunately, I now need to replace the door myself (labor is not included in the warrantee), which means refinishing the door with the cherry stain and finish, then rehanging it to exactly match the hinge, lock and latch of the original door. When will this end?!?
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