Shimming Doors in St. George

Oftentimes doors are not installed properly which can lead St. George residents shimming them to fit accurately. Doors that rub on the doorframes in certain areas but show light through on other areas were either not aligned correctly upon installation or have loosened from settling over the years. Shimming the wood behind the hinges and then reattaching them tightly can take off a bit of the crookedness of how the door is hanging. Often, the screws that hold the hinges and door in place are stripped and loose. This can be fixed by replacing the screws and adding anchor screws for added support. Shimming the doors or replacing screws can help alleviate rubbing or unevenness in doorways but this is just a temporary remedy. If you are interested in permanently repairing any door in your home call HiCaliber of St. George today at (435) 674-9338 or visit us online at http://www.hicaliber.biz

Photo: Dennis Harper