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• Types of Doors for Home Protection: Entry doors, garage doors, and sliding glass doors.
• Consistency in Door Frame Sizes: Most homes built after the 1950s have standard door frame designs and sizes unless they have custom dimensions.
• Rain Guards Functionality: Work similarly across all door types; primary difference lies in seal configuration.
• Seal Requirements:
  • Entry and Garage Doors: Rain guards must fit snugly within the door frame for a tight seal, blocking water seepage.
  • Sliding Glass Doors: Unique challenges include the center post, uneven door distances, and interlocking frame weatherproofing.
• Weather Stripping for Sliding Glass Doors:
  • Ribbed weather stripping for glass areas.
  • Garage door weather stripping for interlocking frames, attached to rain guard edges and cut to match frame grooves.
• Rain Guard Construction:
  • Build 1/8 inch smaller than door dimensions to fit weather stripping.
  • Cut guards in half, attach hinges underneath, and apply ribbed weather stripping between halves.
  • Apply weather stripping to outer edges with a 1-inch overlap for a secure seal.
• Installation Process:
  • Position rain guard and press it outward to fit door frame edges.
  • Drill mounting holes and secure with T-screws for added strength.
• Outcome: Creates a reliable barrier against rain infiltration.