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Tilt and Slide Patio Door Repairs Near Me Whether you enjoy hosting friends or spending time outdoors, patio doors are a great method of transitioning from indoors to outdoors. If your patio door isn't sliding smoothly, it may be necessary to alter it. Remove the plastic plugs and locate the screws for adjusting on the lower rail to adjust the height or lower of your door. Make sure patio doors repairs is even and moves smoothly (Photo 1). Window Treatments Consider light control, privacy and aesthetics when choosing window treatments for sliding doors. For instance, do want to keep the natural light from shining through on your furniture or artwork, or do you prefer that the sun only shine through when the sun is low in the sky? The kind of window treatment you choose can also help to create a more custom look. If your sliding patio door is a single glass pane, you can make use of mullions to separate the pane into smaller pieces to create a more attractive appearance. Window treatments can be made of soft or hard materials and comprise everything from drapes, curtains, and valances, to cellular shades, roller shades and woven wood shades. They can be combined with other window treatments, such as a swag or on their own. Vertical blinds are among the most popular window treatments for patio doors. They have large fabric panels, called vanes that can be tilted open and close, giving you control the amount light entering your home. They can be operated using chains, a wand or cord to pull or push or push, or motorized. Another alternative for sliding patio doors is a window film that offers glare control and energy savings. These can be incorporated into your sliding door or used as an alternative to window treatments, such as an cellular shade. You can select a valance or swag to cover your sliding door to give it an older-fashioned look. They are available in a variety fabrics and colors and come in traditional pinch pleat, tab and grommet styles. You can also get them with a blackout lining to provide extra privacy and light control. Remember that patio doors should be able to slide open and close. It is recommended to hang window treatments at a height so they can support this function. This will keep them out-of-reach for pets and children. If your window treatments are not in the shape of a valance or have no rod pocket, you can use a traverse bar that allows them to move horizontally across your sliding door. Just be sure to hang them an inch higher than the top of your patio doors to prevent them from brushing heads passing through. Rollers If your patio door begins to squeak, it's likely due to worn rollers. They are situated on the bottom of the doors to allow them to slide easily on a track. They can either get stuck or can simply become rusty over time. This can make the doors hard to open and close and can cause loud noises when in motion. There are few tips to help fix your sliding doors so that they can slide and close easily again. It is recommended to start by making sure that the tracks are lubricated. This will make the door move more easily and should be done at least twice a year. A high-quality lubricant is purchased at a local hardware store. Make use of a silicone spray if you have tracks made of vinyl, and a wax based oil for wooden tracks. If the lubricant doesn't work, you may need to replace the rollers. You can also adjust the rollers. This is a two-person job because you need to lift the door and then find the screws for adjustment at the bottom of the track. They have a small screw which needs to be removed using a screwdriver. These screws can be turned to raise or lower rollers and allow the door to touch less of the track. Another possibility is the doors not being seated properly in the track. This can cause a space between the frame and the door. This could let cold air in during a cold winter morning, or hot air to escape on a warm day. If this is the case, then you should take down the door and then lift it up to see the cause of the gap. If the gap is caused by the track, you can fix this by removing the top layer of the track and screwing it back into place. Installing new tracks can also repair the gap, and give the door something to rest on while it is in use. Tracks If the doors aren't closing and opening easily, it may be time to grease the tracks. It's a simple job that will improve the operation of your patio doors. Remove the door from the frame and place it on a level, flat surface to ensure it is out of your way when you work. If the door is heavy, it could be necessary to have another person assist you in lifting and holding it while you work. Utilizing the brush and hot soapy water thoroughly clean the track of your sliding door. If your doors have blinds that are placed between the glass, be sure to clean them as well. Dust and dirt can build up around the lower/lift operators of the Next Dimension vinyl patio door, affecting their performance. If your door has these, make sure to regularly clean the surfaces with water and vinegar or a regular window cleaner. Signature and Pro patio doors feature an anti-lift block that is located in the head pocket, therefore they require an opening of 3 to 6” opening to remove this feature and allow the sill track to drop. Slide the sash/panel into the open position and lift up to tilt it to the right, clearing the sill pocket and allowing the track to lower from the head jamb. Repeat the procedure on both sides of the panel or sash. Glass It can be a problem when the glass on your patio door is cracked. It can prevent sunlight from entering your home and render the area inaccessible. Cracked glass can also be dangerous, since it could break and cause injuries to someone struck in the head by shattering pieces. It's relatively easy to fix damaged doors and frames. The first step is to clean the glass and get rid of any dust or dirt that's accumulated over time. After cleaning the glass you can apply a clear coating to shield it from the elements. You can also apply decorative film to the doors to enhance the privacy and aesthetics. If your sliding glass door isn't gliding smoothly, it may be due to an unaligned roller. Typically, the adjustment screws are situated on the bottom of your door. They might be covered by trim caps. If you're unable to locate the screws, you can try raising or lowering the door until it looks identical to the track. Before you attempt to fix a sliding glass door, ensure you have the tools needed. You'll need a screwdriver a wrench, and some caulk or plastic putty. It is also necessary to remove any furniture from the door so that you can work on it easily. You can also put blankets or foam sheets underneath the door to shield it from scratches when you remove and replace it. The first thing our engineers do when they arrive at a work site to fix the tilt and slide patio door is to identify the manufacturer of the mechanism. You can do this by removing the covers on the rollers (bogies) that are located on the bottom of the door. You could also search for a label in the side panel or on the handle. If you are unable to locate the label, your best bet is to contact the manufacturer directly.