How To Change A Door Hinge So Door Is Level

Use blocks to level jamb bottoms.

How to change a door hinge so door is level. If you re installing a door on an unfinished floor and need space under the jambs for carpet just rest the jambs on temporary blocks while you re hanging the door. How to level a door frame. This can be a problem if you live in a older home or one that seems to be settling doors can be adjusted slightly. Lay a level along the outer edge of your door.

Set the screws aside so you can replace them later and pull the hinge off of the door and frame. The angle is likely slight so look closely at the bubble in the level. If the frame is not level the door will. Open the door to expose the screws in the hinges.

Determine whether the door is leaning outward from the top or the bottom. If you need to shim multiple hinges remove 1 at a time so you don t have to take the whole door off.