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Flashing the rough openings of exterior doors isn't just a good idea; it's a code requirement. Omitting a sill pan under an exterior door is risky. If you are a remodeling contractor, you've probably been hired to repair this type of rot.
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Read More »Most residential builders understand that window rough openings need sill pan flashing — either a site-built sill pan made with peel-and-stick tape, or a commercial sill pan made from metal or plastic. Window manufacturers’ installation instructions began requiring sill pans about 20 years ago, and by now these details are standard at most residential construction sites. For some reason, though, many builders are neglecting to install sill pans under exterior doors. It’s time for a gentle reminder: If you skip the sill pan under an exterior door, you are risking a very expensive callback. If your exterior doors are protected by porch roofs, you may think that sill pan flashing can be omitted. You may be right. But in the future, it’s possible that homeowners may remove the porch, exposing the door to wind-blown rain. If that happens, the subfloor under the door could rot. In all cases, sill pan flashing is cheap insurance. Not only that: sill pan flashing under exterior doors is code-required. For more information on code requirements for sill pans, see 2012 IRC Codifies Window and Door Pan Flashings.
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Read More »inside Most exterior doors open toward the inside of the house. That means the hinges, which hold the door in place, are located inside the house.
Most exterior doors open toward the inside of the house. That means the hinges, which hold the door in place, are located inside the house. But in areas prone to hurricanes, such as Louisiana, some exterior doors intentionally swing out, for safety reasons; high winds could blow in the door. That means the hinges have to be located outside, and if the proper hinges aren't used, your door could be a security risk. An intruder can easily pop the pin from hinge and remove the door, even if it's locked. If you have exterior doors that swing out and don't have the right hinges, don't cringe. Here are some ways to make the situation safer:
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