How to Install a Fiberglass Entry Door 

Always use the storm door. No matter the door a storm door makes a difference. But Ron is the pro he knows.

You are so awesome with that door. I really appreciate the tutorial. This is one reason I really enjoy RU-vid. Kudos to you and yours.

The little girl was the best part

This is a good general video. Making a companion video where the floor is not level and the walls are not plumb and the door is not a perfect fit would be really helpful.

As soon as this guy sharpened the pry bar I knew I didn't want to finish this video

I think it would be best to install the knob and deadbolt and make sure they work before nailing anything permanently. I got a little chuckle out of the full face shield and the sharpening of the chisel. By the way, he didn't mention how he trimmed the corners of the floor. The circular saw won't cut into a corner.. Perhaps he used the razor sharp chisel? LOL . Just having a little fun... Nice basic video.. Thanx for posting..

Thanks for the video, I am feeling more comfortable about doing my own doors. Just one note on security. The deadbolt used should be a double throw for added security. When there is a window next to a deadbolt a double throw is recommended. The deadbolt you used is easier for a criminal to defeat.

Always keep your priorities straight!

great video... i would recommend screwing into the jamb instead of using nails

I totally agree with not using a tool for purpose not attended if you can help it. I’m also not for altering a tool if not needed, like an expensive cold chisel. If you have the type hinge where the bottom of the pin has access I would find a cheap dime a dozen used nail file or grind the tip blunt snd use it to tap the pin up and out. However I do know you can’t on all hinges. But I have found the nail works just as well with y the blunt tip to tap the pin out as in this video. I’m sure their are 100’s of ways and one better than this. But to grind down your cold chisel seems a bit much.

Sad to say, but you should replace that single cylinder deadbolt with a double cylinder deadbolt if you are going to use an entry door with so much glass. Thank you for the video.

If I was doing this job for someone else I guess I'd do my best to save the existing trim just as you did, but around my house I just rip everything out down to the studs and start over. It's just easier for me.

Great video

where did you find a door with a nailing flange iv looked all over and cant find one

video was helpful

Nice work, thanks for sharing, keep up the good work. Subscribed and liked.

My house is made of wood it shrinks during the winter. I need a new state the the art home.

Very nice video. Thanks.

Thank You

You did not have to check the diagonal measurements providing the threshold is level the gap over the top of the door being the same at both sides of the door is the same this will tell you that the jambs are plumb

Got the winter / summer backwards Thing

I thought that was his grand daughter

Nice video

But I want my storm door. It lets me have ventilation on spring/fall days. Do not use fiberglass , spray in foam only. Most door frames have a brick mold outside. (that is what he took off the old door). This install may make it difficult to have a storm door. I find much wrong with this.

How would you make a concrete floor level to accept the threshold. I'm replacing a basement entry door and my opening is square except for the floor. I'm low by 1/4" on one end and just trying to figure out the best way to level it. The door exits out to a Bilco door arrangement so it's not directly affected by water/weather. But I do have a concern with moisture. Thanks.

which door installation kit is the best one to buy?

Your drip cap is not going to work.the eater is going wick back to the frame.you need a relief cut on the under side to stop that. That has been used for a very long time go look at old windows

Good 0:00/9:57

i just wanna ask you about the frame > can i make from fiberglass or not ?

Never ever install wood on the exterior of a home without putting at least one coat of primer on ALL sides BEFORE you install it.

The transition piece gap at the 8:45 mark looks terrible.

nice vedio.

Why a drip cap on a portico door

Sawing shims off with a Japanese hand saw..... and I thought I was bad about overkill. LOL

Cool

Gonna need a new blade for that sawzall. 2:37

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Can you put a doggie door on a fiberglass door?

Lol, when he is leveling the sill plate it is WAY off and he calls it "pretty good." Look at the bubble!

Honestly can’t watch this video. No way he cut jamb to jamb with the circular saw without the saw body hitting first. BUT it was magically done in the next frame.

What good does it do to use a deadbolt with a finger lock inside? as such the glass is broken & the illegal entry is accessible! This type of door needs a doubled keyed deadbolt lock. Unless armed with a security alarm system, it's just to keep honest people honest.Adopt a big mean vicious dog' is also a good deterrent! L.O.L

The problem with your video is that they are assuming everything is square and plumb. most homes are not so you teach us nothing.

A lot of one uppers in the comments.

Really Ron, did you really think no one would notice the circular saw making that threshold cut all the way to the king stud! I like your show, but you and I know that's BS. I feel for the dude that tries that cut with a circular saw. Shame on you.

Tom Silva's put on a few pounds....