UPVC Front Door - Catches when opening and closing.

[50Southwood]

I had new PVC windows and doors fitted a couple of years ago. The company ceased trading not long after installation an I have not been able to get the fitters to adjust all the windows and doors. My problem is that I have some windows that wont tilt at all and a door that needs adjusting. The latch on the door is rubbing against the plate every the door opens and close. I managed to find a UPVC repairer who adjusted the door. It was fine for a couple of days but he wont answer his phone when I call. Can anyone help me please?.

 

[xerxes]

On the door, the hinges should be adjustable. The adjustment screws may be concealed under plastic covers or plugs; they will probably have internal hex heads.

Find the screws that move the door towards/away from the hinges and adjust them to give the clearance you need. Check that the door is level and that the gap around the edges is even; check that the mitres on the door corners align with the mitres in the frame.

Perhaps someone with more experience of doing this than I have could expand on this.