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How to Repair a Bifold Door Top Pivot The top pivot of bifold doors can become loose and scrape the floor. You can correct this by loosening the set screw for the top bracket slightly. The pivot pin on the top is a metal screw that is fitted into a plastic cap that has an lipped end that is within the track, above the door. You'll need a screwdriver, and possibly pliers. Remove the bottom pin Bifold doors are ideal to save space in closets, but they can start to sag or scrape against the floor, or even pop out of their brackets. The good part is that you can solve the issue by making a few minor adjustments. The most frequent issue is the bottom pin that is loose or falls out of its bracket. You can fix this by depressing the spring-loaded wheel on the top of the door, and then swinging the door to align it with the bottom track. Once the gap has been adjusted, tighten the screw that holds the top pivot bracket to keep the door in position. The most frequent issue is when the bottom edge of the door scrapes against the carpet. This can be caused by adding new carpet or changing the flooring material, and it could also be a result of an unbalanced gap between the door and hinge-side jamb. It is possible to fix this by loosening up the top guide, sliding it sideways or removing the pivot point at the top. The last common problem is when the track isn't aligned. This can be corrected by loosening and moving the screw on top of the set screw in or out as required. After you've adjusted the nuts and bolts holding the track in place, you should be capable of re-sliding it into its track bracket and secure it using the screw. To remove the bottom pin, grasp both panels together at the sides and lift them off the track below and off their brackets. Release the locking levers on the bottom bracket to let the pin go. If the pin does not have a mounting bracket you can attach a screw with a flat head between the bottom of the pivot flange and the door to lift the pin from the door. Once you've gotten a firm grip on the pin and are able to remove it and turn it left to right. If you're not able to remove the pin, you may need to remove the entire panel from the track system. If this is the case you're in, it's possible to place it on saw horses to make moving it easier. Take off the Top Pin Bifold doors are great to save space, however they can be a hassle when they begin to slide and scrape against the floor or jump off their tracks. A few minor adjustments will often bring them back on track. If the doors are not sliding in a consistent manner then loosen the screw on the top pivot point bracket with a screwdriver and move it just a bit. Close the door and check whether it is aligned with the frame. If it does, tighten the screw. The bottoms of internal bifold doors often scrape the carpet. If this is the issue you can raise the bottom of the doors with the bottom pin adjustement. If the door is too high, you will have to take it off and cut it using the help of a saw. Over time, the wood around the pivot and anchor pins may crack. If this happens, you can use epoxy to repair the damage and stop it from getting worse. Apply a small amount of the epoxy to the crack, and allow it to dry before using the door. It could be that the bifold doors of your home are too spaced apart. You can fix this by moving top of the door either up or down on the track. Making this task by hand can be difficult and therefore it's recommended to get help when performing this task. Pick up the exterior and interior doors on the sides. Then, lift them up. Then stack them to make handling easier. Release any locking levers on the pivot bracket. Otherwise take the pin's top by using vise grips and twist it from left to right, while pulling it out. Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the door. Once both pins have been removed the door will then open and align with the track. If it doesn't work, you can always try again. You can use a drilling device to straighten the track if it's bent. Reinstall the pin at the bottom. If the bottom pin doesn't perform as it should, it could cause the door to be bowed and stop it from closing or opening easily. Fortunately, bifold door repairs is usually easy to solve. Most of the time, a loose or missing mounting screw is at fault. If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the screw by a new one of the same length. Then, screw it in place and tighten. If you're serious about your bifold repair project you should use an air pressure gauge to check the top pin that is spring loaded for proper compression. The gauge can be used to determine whether the pin is damaged or cracked. This is crucial information to consider when replacing it. Measurement of the diameter of the pin cap and the diameter the pivot pin can help you determine if the pin is damaged or worn out. Compare the measurements with what is available online for replacements. This will help you locate the right ones for your door. Before you install the replacement pivot pin to the doors, open them and lean them against each other to make sure they're in the correct position for installation. If you are using a set of closet door knobs to install the pivot pin make sure you mark a line of level down the center of each door's leading edge. You can use a long-length level to ensure that the top of the bifold track aligns with the jambs and is level. Once the doors have been installed after installation, insert the top pin in the pivot guide in the track. Then, you can swivel the bottom of the door until the pin rests in the bracket that is shaped like an L. If the door does not fit between the top bracket and the bottom guide, you can raise or lower it by uncrewing the adjustable pivot at the bottom of the door. Check that the gap between the door and the hinge side jamb is even by using a long level and marking a plumb line down the center of the door frame. Reinstall the Top Pin Bifolds are hinged panels that are folded back on tracks and placed to one side of the door opening. They are available in a variety of styles, including panels or solid doors as well as louvered doors. They can be used in hallways, closets, laundry rooms or even bedrooms. If you already have a pair of bifold doors that scrape the floor or don't function correctly, you can adjust them by adjusting the top and bottom pivots. Start by removing the top pin from the upper track and pivot guide. Then slide the bottom pin into its bracket, examining to make sure that the gap between the door and the jamb side of the frame is even and is in line with the. If the gap is too wide, you can raise the bottom of the door by loosening and fixing the pivot adjustable at the bottom of the door. This will move the door's bottom towards the frame, and reduce the gap. You can also alter the height of the track hanger by loosening the screw on the bottom and adjusting it using a wrench to achieve the desired height. Install the top track bracket on the hinge end of the door frame after you have reinstalled the track hanger. Follow the directions and diagrams that came with the kit to ensure that it is placed precisely. Make sure that the track is flush and level with the floor prior securing it. When installing a new track, take measurements of the width and height of the door opening to be sure you have the right dimensions of track and hardware kit. Consult a professional installer If you aren't sure how to install bifold doors. They can tell you whether your bifold doors are the correct size for the opening and help you choose the perfect style of door for your home. They can also cut the doors to fit if necessary. This could save you a lot of time and money in the long term.