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How to Repair a Bifold Door Top Pivot The top pivot of a bifold closet door can become loose and scrape the floor. This can be corrected by loosening up the set screw on the top bracket. The top pivot pin is a screw made of metal that is inserted into a plastic cap that has a rounded edging and is positioned above the front door. You'll also need an screwdriver and perhaps two pliers. Remove the bottom pin Bifold doors are a great way to save space in your closet, however in time, they can begin to sag against the floor, or even pop out of brackets. It is possible to fix the problem with a few basic adjustments. The most frequent issue is the bottom pin that becomes loose or slips out of its bracket. You can adjust the track by pressing the spring-loaded wheel onto the top of the door and then swivelling it into the desired position. After the gap has been adjusted, tighten the screw holding the top pivot bracket in order to keep the door in its place. A common problem is when the bottom edge of the door scrapes against the carpet. It could be due to the addition of carpet or other flooring materials. It can also be caused by an uneven gap between door and hinge side jamb. You can solve this by loosening the top guide and sliding it inwards or removing the pivot point on top and move it in or out. The final issue that is common is when the track is not aligned properly. This can be corrected by loosening and moving the screw on top of the set screw in or out as needed. After you've adjusted the nuts and bolts that hold the track in place you can slide it back into the bracket and secure it with the screw. To remove the bottom pin from the bracket, raise the panels a bit and then hold them in place. If the bracket on the bottom has locking levers, release them to free the pin. If the pin does not have a bracket for mounting, you can put a flat-head screw between the bottom of the pivot flange and the door to pull the pin out of the door. Once you can get an ensconced hold on the pin, turn it left to right and then pull it out of the door. If you aren't able to remove the pin, you might have to take the track from the panel. If this is the situation, you can put it on saw horses to make handling it easier. Remove the Top Pin Bifold doors are excellent for reducing space, but they can be frustrating when they begin to sag and scrape against the floor or fall off their track. Simple adjustments can usually bring them back in line. If doors are sliding unevenly, loosen the screw on the top pivot point bracket with a screwdriver and move it just a bit. Close the door and check if it is aligned well with the frame. If it does, tighten up the screw. The bottoms of internal bifold doors are often scraped by the carpet. If this is the case, you can try raising the bottom of the door with the bottom pin adjustment. But if the door is too high, you'll have remove the doors and cut them down with a saw. As time passes, the wood around the anchor and pivot pins may crack. If this happens then you can apply epoxy to repair the damage and stop it from getting worse. Apply a small amount of the epoxy to the crack, and let it dry before using the door. It could be that the bifold doors of your home are too separated. You can fix this by moving the top of the door either up or down on the track. It can be difficult to do this project by yourself, so you'll need an assistant. Grab the outer and interior panels of the door along the sides. Then lift them. Stack them for easier handling. Release any locking levers on the pivot bracket. Grab the top of pin with pliers and turn it from left to right while pulling it out. Repeat the same procedure on the opposite side of the door. After both pins are removed the door should open and align with the track. If it doesn't work, you can try reinstalling the doors and try again. You can use a drill to straighten out the track if it's bent. Reinstall the Bottom Pin If the bottom pin does not function properly, it may cause the door to become bowed and stop it from closing and opening smoothly. Fortunately, the problem is usually simple to solve. A missing or loose bolt for mounting is often to blame. If this is the case, the best solution is to replace the screw with a brand new one that's exactly the same length as the one you have. Then screw it into place and tighten. If you're looking to become more serious about your bifold door repair project then you can use a tool such as an air pressure gauge to check for proper compression of the spring-loaded top pin. The gauge can be used to determine if the pin is cracked or broken. This is crucial information if you plan on replacing it. An excellent way to determine if the pivot pin is damaged or worn out is to measure its diameter and the diameter of its pin cap. Then, compare the measurements to the available replacement parts. This will allow you to find the right ones for your door. Lean the doors open and open the doors against each other prior to installing the new pivot pin. If you are using a set closet door knobs to attach the pivot pin and mark a line that is level along the center of the leading edge of each door. Make use of a long level to do this so you can be sure the top bifold track is level and in good alignment with the jambs. After the doors are in place, insert the top pin into the pivot guide inside the track. Swing the bottom of the door into position so that the bottom of the pin rests in the bracket that is shaped like an L. If the door doesn't fit between the top bracket and the bottom guide you can raise or lower it by removing the pivot that is adjustable at the bottom of the doors. Use a long level to mark a plumb-line across the middle of the door frame. If the gap between the jamb on the hinge side and the door is not even adjustable, adjust the pivot at the bottom. Reinstall the Top Pin A bifold door is a set of hinged panels that fold back on tracks to the opposite side of the door opening. They come in different styles like louvered, paneled or solid. They can be utilized in laundry rooms, closets, hallways or even bedrooms. If you have an existing pair of bifold doors which scrape the floor or don't function properly, it's possible to adjust them by altering the pivots at the top and bottom. Take the top pin first from the upper track. Then slide bi-fold door repair into its bracket, and check to see if the gap between the door and the jamb side of the frame is equal and in the correct position. If the gap is too large, you can raise the bottom of the door by loosening and fixing the pivot adjustable on the bottom of the door. This will pull the door's bottom towards the frame, which will reduce the gap. You can adjust the track hanger's height by loosening the screw at the bottom of the track and adjusting the position with an adjustable wrench. Install the top track bracket on the hinge side of the door frame once you have installed the track hanger. For precise positioning, use the directions and diagrams that come in your kit. Make sure the track is aligned and flush with the floor prior to securing it to the floor. Measure the width and height to ensure that you have the proper track and hardware kit. If you're not sure the best way to install your bifold doors, talk to an expert installer to ensure that your installation is done correctly. They will be able to tell you whether your bifold doors are of the right size for the opening and assist you select the ideal style of door to suit your home. They can also cut the doors to make them fit if required. This could save you time and money.