exterior door leaks air | quick fix

If you have an exterior door that leaks air OR an interior door that rattles when closed, this video shows you how to fix it in under 60 seconds! All you need are two screwdrivers. Of course, this may not fix every door, but give it a try and let me know how it goes.

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My name is Josh Fedorka, and I’m the founder of Training Hands Academy™. I have been a carpenter and woodworker for over 25 years. I have also held certifications in home energy auditing and have built several LEED certified homes in New England.

God has gifted me with many “hands on” skills and it is my calling and purpose to share those skills by teaching others. Whether it is to seek a career in carpentry, become a general contractor or improve one’s DIY skills and knowledge, the motivation behind THA is to help others successfully learn how to work with their hands.
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[thisorthat]

I had no idea that a strike plate can be adjusted like that. Thank you for showing us a simple fix that we may not be aware of.

[dorispatterson]

First time I've ever seen you and I am impressed. Been working for a construction company 44 years and my late fiance was a contractor. Now I can see all the things he and his brothers did making a living. They were good at it too! You are very impressive.

[WendyLawrason]

OMG I can’t believe it was that easy!! I’ve been asking everybody and they didn’t know what to do

[KathrynsWorldWildfireTracking]

Was stumped by my strike plate. (Has no hole or slot.) I was actually shopping for a new one! However...
I just found a site that says you can adjust it too - remove it from door, and bend the tab off-door. Put it back on. _Viola._
(I feel a bit silly, but you may want to mention this in future videos.) Thanks for the video!
PS - This is great for sealing out wildfire smoke. I was miserable in my home until I closed up every crack/gap with rags, and even wadded facial tissue. I could breathe again!

[jonbelknap]

Bending the tab on the latch. Never thought of it. Great tip! Worked perfectly no more gap.

[johnnysewardjr]

Had each issue on my rear door on the house and your advise worked. Thank you, and now an interior door has a better seal too. thanks so much

[tonu]

So many good tips in such a quick video! Thank you!!!

[DreamPrashant]

This was super helpful! I have a front door that is angled a bit (tight on top, more gap in the bottom) how do you propose I get that fixed?

[lauraking]

What about if the top right doesn’t push in all the way to line up in the frame? Because of this, I’m feeling air down that side even though it is locked in (though it does move when pushing on it). I worry insects can get in too.

[danielrickettsmusic]

This helped a lot! We had a steady draft coming in on windy nights and this took care of most of the issue. Much appreciated!

[usmausmma]

Great tip on the door leaking air. Tried it and it fixed the leak. Many thanks!

[sacredboxing]

Good video! I'll get after this tomorrow or late tonight.

[cheesy]

Thank you. Simple and straightforward.

[theonlymuffin]

This looks exactly like my issue, I'll be trying both of these as soon as I'm off work!

[sunnyd]

Very helpful and easy. Any tips on a door that is hard to close? My front door is so messed up you have to push on it to lock the bolt. I assume its either warped or installed wrong, any easy tips or a new video on how to resolve this one, thanks.

[johnc.a.]

How do you fix this when it’s your front door?