Retractable screen magnetic strip loose

by Mike
(Yorktown Heights )

I have an Andersen retractable screen situated on the inside of double french patio doors. The magnetic strip located on the screen came loose allowing it to slide up and down vertically within its channel. Eventually it caught on one of the bottom track screws and broke off a 3" piece. Since then, the door won't stay closed. The magnetic stip on the left hand door frame remains in tact.

How do I replace or repair the remaining magnetic strip so that it doesn't slide up and down? If I repair what's left of the metal strip how do I reduce the tension so that the door stays closed?

Thanks

The picture may not look exactly like your screen, but many doors are similar. The magnetic strip slides into an aluminum tee shaped slot, you need to crimp the slot closed in one or two areas to stop the strip from sliding up and down.

You might also be able to do this with a flat blade screwdriver and rubber mallet if you cant reach in with pliers to crimp the slot.