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Water coming in under new wooden door
Anonymous user 29/09/2026 - 2.53 PM
June 25 I had a new wooden door fitted together with new wooden surround . At the first sign of heavy rain the water came in just through two places, onto the wooden floor. Person who did the job wouldn't come back. Just need advice as to what might be the cause. I had my handyman to seal all around the frame, but water still comes in. When its light rain, there's no problem. Any advice will be appreciated. Geri
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It sounds like water could be tracking back underneath the threshold, **if there is one**, particularly as it only happens during heavy or wind-driven rain. Water can run down the door and, with the wind and heavy rain, work its way back underneath the timber threshold and onto the floor.
As it’s a timber door and surround, it’s difficult to say for certain without seeing it. Sealing around the outside of the frame won’t necessarily stop water getting underneath if the issue is with how the threshold or bottom of the frame has been fitted and sealed.
I’d have a close look at the bottom of the door, threshold (if fitted), and how the water is being directed away from the entrance.
Answered29 September 2026
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