How To Hang A Prehung Door?

Remove the old door and trim

Check the rough opening for plumb, level, and square

Measure the opening to confirm the prehung door fits

Remove the prehung door from its packaging

Leave the door in the frame

Place shims at the hinge side of the opening

Set the prehung door into the opening

Center the frame in the opening

Check the hinge side jamb for plumb

Shim behind each hinge location

Fasten the hinge side jamb with nails or screws

Check the top jamb for level

Shim the latch side jamb

Close the door to check the reveal

Adjust shims until the gap is even

Fasten the latch side jamb

Fasten the top jamb

Test the door swing and latch alignment

Trim the shims flush with the wall

Install the casing trim

Caulk and finish as needed

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