How to level a door frame.
How to change a door hinge so door is level.
The angle is likely slight so look closely at the bubble in the level.
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.
If you need to shim multiple hinges remove 1 at a time so you don t have to take the whole door off.
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.
If the frame is not level the door will.
Use a screwdriver to remove the screws from the hinge you re removing.
Open the door to expose the screws in the hinges.
Adjust the size of the blocks so the bottoms of the jambs are on a level plane.
Whether you are installing a new door or repairing an old one it is important that the door s frame is both level and square.