Do not nail the drip edge.
How to add an exterior door to a garage.
Before installing the door wrap the rough opening in flashing.
Remove the door from the pre hung frame by removing the hinge pins.
Assemble jack and king studs.
How to do it.
The therma tru door includes an uninstalled no.
Drive the screw through the open hole in each hinge to anchor the door frame and prevent sagging.
I have two 9x7 ft garage doors and an exterior door on the side.
In the really cold weather i try using my exterior door when possible.
Use the door shims if needed.
Once you ve determined the location for a new entry door check for obstacles in the wall.
I could not tell how wide the window was in the earlier picture.
Cut a piece of the drip edge to fit the width of the rough opening.
10 x 2 1 2 wood screw for each hinge.
Next set the doorframe in the opening and center it in the opening.
Once the door is plumb and fastened.
The new door fits nicely in the opening.
Consider adding internal blinds for a controllable level of privacy.
View all side of garage doors.
Many homeowners have a door on the side of their garage that gives them easy access to their backyard or a side yard.
To provide a moisture barrier apply building paper to the exposed areas of the walls and door frame.
You will like keeping in the heat during the winter.