Installation Guide

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WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance know to the state of California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information, go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov
PRE-HUNG EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATION
Never install door frame in
direct contact with concrete.
NOTE: Use only the PVC
cement provided in the sill
pan kit to glue the pieces
together. The sill pan must
be sealed to the sub-oor
using an elastomeric or
polyurethane sealant, but
DO NOT apply sealant to the
bottom of the sill when using
a sill pan.
Builder, Subcontractor or Supplier:
Please forward these instructions to the homeowner. The application performance standards for these products may be governed by
the International Residential Code, International Building Code and other state and jurisdictional requirements.
Installation Instructions for Pre-hung Door Systems
These installation instructions are designed to assist door installers who have an
understanding of carpentry principles, and know how to properly and safely use power
tools. The purpose of these instructions is to illustrate how to install a Builders Choice
door system using methods and materials that help eliminate water related leaks. If the
directions are closely followed, the door system will have a long useful life with good
resistance to rain related water intrusion problems.
These methods are tried-and-true. They are used widely by builders and remodelers who
are serious about managing and keeping water outside the home. If you remain unclear,
please seek more professional assistance with the installation.
Different parts of the country have different code requirements, which may not be
covered in these instructions. The installer is responsible for insuring the installation
complies with local codes.
If disturbing existing paint, take proper precautions if lead paint is suspected
(commonly used before 1979). For information regarding lead paint regulations, refer to
www.epa.gov/lead. For products being removed, always ensure that these products are
properly disposed of or recycled in accordance with local jurisdictional requirements.
REQUIRED TOOLS & MATERIALS:
• 2-Foot & 6-Foot Levels
• Hammer
• Putty Knives (rm & exible)
• Framing Square
• Caulking Gun
• Sturdy Ladder
• Shims
• Tape Measure
• High Quality Elastomeric
or Polyurethane Sealant
• Optional Sill Pan
• Screw Gun/Drill -1/8 inch Drill Bit
• Razor Knife
•#2 & #3 Phillips Bit
• Stapler
• Insulating Material
• Eye Protection
• Water Resistive Barrier
• Flashing Material
•#8 x 2-1/2 inch Exterior Grade Screws
Read all instructions before starting.
Builders Choice Recommended Best Practices | Use Water Resistive Barrier and Flexible Flashing:
We recommend the use of a Water Resistive Barrier (WRB) applied to the exterior sheathing (OSB or other) and the use of an adhesive
or exible ashing product to seal around the opening. The WRB should be cut in the opening (follow manufacturer’s guidelines)
with the head of the ap taped up, to be sealed later in Step 11. The ashing should be applied in an overlapping manner as shown,
always working from the bottom up (follow manufacturer’s guidelines). Use a sill pan: We recommend you rst “dry t” the sill pan
in the opening, following the instructions furnished with the sill pan. Place the right and left sill pan ends tight against the sides of the
opening. Check the center section for proper length and if necessary, cut with a hack saw or tin snips. Be sure to allow 2 inches of
overlap at the joints.