Troubleshooting 3 - Octopus Doors & Skirting

Screen Door Won’t Unlock: A Troubleshooting Guide

by George Anderson | Sep 17, 2023 | Troubleshooting

I’ve been there – standing on my porch, eager to enjoy the fresh air, only to find my screen door stubbornly refusing to unlock. It’s frustrating, but fear not because I’ve got you covered with this troubleshooting guide. In just a few simple...

Troubleshooting a Stuck Lock on Your Larson Storm Door

by George Anderson | Sep 16, 2023 | Troubleshooting

Hey there, I’m here to help you unlock the mystery of a stuck lock on your Larson Storm Door. If you’ve ever been frustrated by a door that won’t budge, you’re in the right place. In this article, I’ll guide you through the steps to...

How to Fix a Leaking or Sagging Shower Door

by James Davis | May 9, 2023 | Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting · 2 min read · Updated October 2026 A shower door that leaks or sags usually has a worn seal, a loose hinge or an out-of-level door. Spray it section by section to find which, then fix the cheap parts first. A leak at the door is rarely the hinge...

Why Your Door Lock Keeps Clicking or Beeping and How to Fix It

by James Davis | May 7, 2023 | Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting · 3 min read · Updated October 2026 A clicking or beeping electronic door lock is usually a bolt that cannot fully extend, or batteries running low. Test the bolt by hand with the door open before you touch the electronics. The sound itself tells you...

Why the Wall Shakes When a Door Closes and How to Fix It

by James Davis | May 7, 2023 | Troubleshooting

Fix it · 3 min read · Updated October 2026 The wall shakes because the door hits the frame harder than it should, and the knock travels into the wall it is fixed to. Slow the door, firm up the latch and hinges, and pad the stop. Start with a simple test. Push and pull...