Is it possible to fix a storm door or should I just buy a new one?

– Mike L, Internet

Unless you have done serious damage to the hinges of the door, it is fixable.

If the removable screen portion is ruined you can take it to a screen shop to have it repaired for a reasonable price. If the damage is not that bad you can also opt to weave in some wire to close up the hole.

If you break the glass piece than you might want to buy a new door. That large pane of glass can sometimes cost just as much as a new door.

If you popped out the bottom sheet metal portion there is hope for you. If you unscrew the middle cross piece you can put the metal back into the bottom of the door. As long as the metal is not trashed that is!

When you find yourself with the fix it or replace it problem try to figure out a way to fix it first.

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front_door_before used under Creative Commons License from flickr user webchicken