Basement door threshold

[wcgapt33]

Had a plumber fix a pretty significant problem in my basement about a month ago. It required busting up some concrete in my basement. They destroyed my threshold and now there’s a gap below my door. The gap is approximately 2” on one end of the door and 1 1/2” on the other end of the door. When I asked the plumber he said he’s “not a carpenter” and wouldn’t fix it.

I’ve thought about pouring a new threshold but it would be a pretty small amount of concrete and now sure how it would hold up over time.

Suggestions?

 

[The Cobbler]

several ways to fix that.
I would probably get an aluminum threshold . cut to fit, shim it up so there's an even space between it & the door. pack grout or topping cement underneath and taper it out . you have a clod joint there & will likely be subject to leaking between, you may have to caulk it occasionally

 

[Bert_]

This is to outside?

 

[wcgapt33]

This is to outside?

Correct

 

[Bert_]

What does the outside look like?

 

[wcgapt33]

What does the outside look like?

It’s a basement stairwell and drain. 4” step just outside the door

 

[wcgapt33]

What does the outside look like?

 

[Bert_]

I'll be honest, I really can't see much in those pictures. Bad angles and the door opening isn't all in frame.

You can probably set a threshold in mortar. It needs a threshold if you want it reasonably weather right. If it sees rain you want the outside to slope away.

 

[Uncle murph]

Had a plumber fix a pretty significant problem in my basement about a month ago. It required busting up some concrete in my basement. They destroyed my threshold and now there’s a gap below my door. The gap is approximately 2” on one end of the door and 1 1/2” on the other end of the door. When I asked the plumber he said he’s “not a carpenter” and wouldn’t fix it.

I’ve thought about pouring a new threshold but it would be a pretty small amount of concrete and now sure how it would hold up over time.

Suggestions?

You need a new plumber.

 

[Wrench97]

Is that new concrete on the part of the floor?
Did the plumber pour the concrete?

 

[jkuro]

This may work.

M-D Building Products Adjustable 5-5/8 in. x 1-1/8 in. X 36 in. Exterior Silver Aluminum and Hardwood Door Threshold 78600 - The Home Depot

The M-D Adjustable Aluminum & Hardwood Threshold features an adjustable riser to seal uneven gaps underneath your door. This product protects the home against drafts, moisture, dust and insects. The threshold

www.homedepot.com

 

[wcgapt33]

Is that new concrete on the part of the floor?
Did the plumber pour the concrete?

Yes and yes.

 

[wcgapt33]

You need a new plumber.

No kidding! First time dealing with a plumber and I’ll be using a different one next time

 

[Wrench97]

I guess he's not a mason either...
The correct fix would be to repour the concrete to the correct height but you may be able to use top and bond to level it out and then use a metal sill under the door.