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marathon300 (October 13th, 2008 @ 11:50 pm)

just put in a new door just like 12santo1 said. whooops! guess what? got leaks when it rained. do like the video says.

AsktheBuilder (September 4th, 2008 @ 11:06 am)

It is obvious to me and any number of pros that you have perhaps never had to replace a door before. If you had done that to any exterior door that was exposed to splashing water or wind-driven rain, you would know why flashing is mandatory. If you want to see one of these doors, come to an existing house I just purchased. Caulk is not a permanent solution in this situation.

12santo1 (September 4th, 2008 @ 4:39 am)

wow,i can install that door by myself...... this video is really for non-skilled people. why would you put the flashing tape? you know water gets everywhere... there is no need to install that tape. just use treated wood... as easy as that or, caulk the inside to prevent water from flowing inside the stucture.....

AsktheBuilder (July 23rd, 2008 @ 1:20 pm)

Treated lumber for the rough opening and redwood or cedar for the trim.

ralotomassi (July 22nd, 2008 @ 5:48 pm)

Question: I haven't started my project yet, but in assessing the scope of the task, it appears that my entire opening is concrete as it is to a basement door. Also, this entire opening is about 4 1/4 inches wider than the door frames that I have priced at the store. Would it be a good idea to "build in" the opening before I installed the new door using a 1 X ? What type of wood would I use? Thanks in advance.

lordtone1 (May 1st, 2008 @ 2:44 pm)

You're the man! That could not have been explained any easier. Thanks, and keep up the good work!

vinny3888s (January 11th, 2008 @ 11:08 pm)

Hi Tim, I own my own Handyman business and I've got to tell you , I am so glad to have your videos online, even though I know my stuff, you always point out one add extra thing I didn't know about. Thanks, Vinny

AsktheBuilder (January 11th, 2008 @ 4:29 pm)

The job you are trying to do is one I would never ask a rookie carpenter to do, much less a DIY'r! You are in over your head.

mykallb (January 11th, 2008 @ 4:02 pm)

I'll look into one of those doors, but there really isn't a problem with my door, it's the jambs which will have to be replaced anyway. Maybe I'm not understanding this, but will buging a pre-hung simplify the problem of replacing the jambs? Thanks MB

AsktheBuilder (January 10th, 2008 @ 11:59 am)

I doubt I will ever do that one. Way too focused.... Why not just invest in a new prehung fiberglass door unit from ThermaTru? I have had great success with them. You can have a new door installed in 90 minutes or less.

mykallb (January 10th, 2008 @ 4:18 am)

I'd sure like to a video on how to install cellularized PCV Door Jambs and moulding. Mine has rotted out BIG time (worse than I thought) and I bought the kit from Home Cheapo but have hesitated because it's my front door and if something goes wrong, I won't have a front door ;). I'm really worried about routing the hinge inlays in the door etc. Most of these door hanging vids are for pre-hung doors-unfortunately. M.

AsktheBuilder (November 7th, 2007 @ 12:21 pm)

Joe, Not at all! You want difficult? Let's see, I will mention a few tasks off the top of my head. How about framing a 14/12 pitch roof with a dutch hip? How about building a deck that is 30 feet off the ground. Now, those two are difficult..... :-)