Andersen Storm Door Latch Problems

With most storm door handle problems the best fix is a quick and inexpensive replacement.

Andersen storm door latch problems.

Just open the door and then let go and try to let it close on its own it does not latch. If you don t do anything i e. Simply enter your storm door serial number to be directed to information tailored specific to your storm door model. Today we re gonna fix part of a lock from an andersen frenchwood door.

Andersen stands behind our products and has for more than a century. The question is how to adjust the latch to fully extend and grab on to the latch plate. See links for more information. I have fixed this very lock in the past with some epoxy.

Another thing to try is remove the screws that hold the latch side z bar on one at a time. My door has 11 32 of latch protruding from the active door and when the active door is pushed closed it is inadequate to grab on to the the lock plate of the passive door. The epoxy worked well for a f. Maybe you can get away with just shimming the latch side.

While a trusted company among builders and contractors this particular door is not without its problems. Type your question into the field below to search our database of helpful articles. Don t have your serial number. This is amount of latch is crucial for engaging locking on to the passive door.

For a few simple problems though you might not have to go that far. Andersen collects certain categories of personal information. With one of the best warranties in the industry we provide comprehensive support if issues arise. A proud part of andersen s culture is embracing individual differences and celebrating diversity.

Its 3000 series storm door is designed to be energy efficient and long lasting. A little troubleshooting can go a long way toward getting your storm door operating correctly again and can save you few bucks. Start from the top down on your door. Andersen has created windows and doors for more than 100 years.

Even if you manually pull it closed all the way it doesn t latch. It will start to close open itself again and then the pressure of the closer will release and it will close but not latch.