Storm Door Damage
This storm door has had a hard life. It’s on the north side of the house and the winds really blow out there. Clearly, the kids or someone didn’t get the door latched all the way and the wind got it.
New Mexico, where this home is located, gets cold enough in the winter a good storm door is important. The question will be if the time, effort, and parts it will take to repair the door is cheaper than buying a new one. If you or a handyman you hire has the right skills repair will probably be cheaper. On the other hand, a nice air lock storm door may make an important impression on a prospective buyer.
No matter if you choose to repair or replace you will want to make the stop that keeps the door from opening to far a lot stronger. Bigger screws, more of them, and heavier components would all be a good idea.
There are always lots of choices to be made when renovating a mobile home. Finding the right balance between cheap & quality is always a challenge.
