Maintenance Guides / Exterior & Structure

Inspect French door astragal

Difficulty: easyTime: 15 mins

Why it matters

French doors leak air and water at the meeting stile. Poor seals reduce efficiency and allow drafts.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Close the French doors completely.

  • 2

    Look at the meeting stile (center where doors meet) for light or gaps.

  • 3

    Inspect the astragal (center divider) for cracks or damage.

  • 4

    Feel for air movement around the meeting stile on a windy day.

  • 5

    Check weatherstripping for deterioration; replace if damaged.