Door Hinge Troubleshooting

Door Hinge Troubleshooting

1. 1. Inspect the hinge pins and make sure they are properly seated in the knuckle joints. Reseat any loose pins.
   2. Tighten any loose screws in the hinge plates. Use a screwdriver to tighten them snugly into the door frame and door.
   3. Lightly sand any rough or stuck areas on the hinge pins. Apply lubricant like WD-40 or silicone spray to the pins.
   4. Check alignment of the hinge plates. Shim any gaps or misalignments with thin cardboard or felt pads.
   5. Test to see if the pins turn freely in the knuckle by removing the pins and reinserting. Replace if worn.
   6. For squeaks, apply a small amount of silicone lubricant between the knuckle joints. Allow to dry before reattaching door.
   7. Consider replacing old or worn out hinges with new ones of the same size and type.
   8. If the door still sags, add additional shims above the top hinge to raise the door until properly aligned.