02 - Interior Doors

Unlock the secrets of interior door inspection in this essential episode covering every type of door system found in residential properties. We begin with cased openings—those trimmed doorless passages in public areas of homes. Then we dive into hinged swinging doors, exploring construction materials from solid wood to hollow core, examining door styles from flush panels to elegant French doors, and understanding the anatomy of door components including rails, stiles, mullions, and frames. Learn proper installation techniques, reveal requirements, and fastening schedules. We cover privacy versus passage locks and their appropriate applications. The episode continues with sliding doors, bifold closet doors, and the unique challenges of pocket doors. Discover common defects including lock operation failures, warped doors, rubbing issues, and improper installations. Whether it's a bedroom door that won't latch or a bifold closet door that's out of plumb, you'll gain the expertise to identify and report all interior door defects accurately.

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