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General Installation Instructions
This guide is for general assistance. We always recommend hiring a professional trim carpenter for your door installation to ensure ideal fit and performance.
Buildings that are very air and watertight can experience negative air pressure which can pull moisture into the building. These guidelines are created to eliminate water leaks in your building. The installer and building owner is responsible for reading and understanding these guidelines to prevent premature failures which are not covered under warranty by Glenview Doors. Always provide a copy of these instructions for the current building owner.
Installation Tools
- Hammer
- Wood shims
- Cordless Drill with Bits
- Exterior Silicone
- Levels, 72” and 24”
- Safety glasses
- Measuring Tape
- Water Resistant Foam Insulation
- Rags / Paper Towel
- Weather Resistance Barrier
- Construction Adhesive
- Flashing
- Utility Knife
- Safety Glasses
- Sill Pan Optional Based On Installer
- Construction Stapler
- Screwdrivers
- Pencil
- Step Ladder
- 3” Flat head Phillips Wood Screw
Installer & Builder Information
- Ensure the Rough Opening provides enough clearance for the unit and room for expansion and contraction. We recommend at least ½” of clearance on either side and ¾” of clearance on the top. Clearance is shim space- gap between RO and frame.
- Inspect unit upon delivery for any hidden damages or missing components.
- The door and its components must be protected from damage before, during, and after installation. This includes protecting it from moisture, sunlight, extreme heat and cold, mechanical damage, impacts, drops, and incorrect handling.
- Always store and transport the door in a vertical position. Never stack or lay horizontally.
- Do not put stress on joints, corners or frames.
- Clean and dry the subfloor area.
- Use loose fiberglass insulation or low expansion foam in shim space to avoid jamb warping.
- Use caution when operating hand / power tools and working at elevated heights.
- Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing are dry.
- Do not cut doors down.
- Code requirements vary based on your location and may not be covered in these instructions.
- Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.