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Patio Door Frame RepairA patio door that performs well can enhance the look of your home. Keeping it in good working condition requires periodic maintenance and adjustments.Begin with a careful inspection of the track and rollers to remove any obstructions hindering smooth sliding. Remove the stop molding for access to the rollers.Glass damagedSliding glass doors offer a view of the outdoors and let in plenty of light into your home. They also improve energy efficiency and help prevent drafts. Unfortunately, patio door glass can get damaged from harsh New York weather or vandalism. If you've damaged the glass pane in your patio door, you need to repair it as soon as possible to avoid damage and safety concerns.With patio door repair , you can replace your patio door's glass yourself. You'll require a pair or gloves, a hammer and pry-bar, aswell caulk and glass replacement. Begin by taking the door off the frame and putting it on a flat surface such as a workbench. Make use of the hammer to pull out any trim around the window.After you have removed the trim, you'll need to measure the frame in order to purchase the replacement glass. Once you have the measurements, you can install the new glass on your sliding door and caulk the frame's perimeter to seal it.If your insulated glass window is cloudy, the seals may be failing. This is a common issue in double-pane windows and can be quite difficult to repair without replacing the entire window. A professional glazier can provide you with a new sealed glass unit made to fit your existing window opening.One of the most neglected elements of a sliding glass patio doors is its tracks and rollers. Over time, dirt, debris and rust may accumulate in the track and stop the door from moving smoothly. Cleaning the tracks and wheels of your door can restore the smoothness of movement and make it easier to open and close your patio door. You should also regularly replace the weather stripping of your sliding door. Replacing worn weather stripping can help you save the cost of heating and cooling costs by stopping air leaks and keeping your home at a temperature that is comfortable.Broken WeatherstrippingWeatherstripping around sliding doors is an important seal that blocks cold air from entering the frame in winter and warm air escaping during summer. Over time, however the weather strip could become damaged or brittle, and develop gaps in the seal of the door. These gaps can allow air conditioning from your home to escape and outside air to enter your home, increasing your energy bills and reducing your comfort.The good news is that replacing weatherstripping is relatively simple and can be done in spring when the weather starts to warm up. Remove the staples and loosen the existing weather stripping using a flathead screwscrew. Replace the new weatherstripping to the frame of the sliding panel. make sure to apply a strip that is overlapping the weatherstripping of the fixed panel to ensure they lock. On the jamb, apply a tube of neutral cure silicone caulk.A loose lock or handle is another common problem. These are essential parts for security and convenience, but if the handles or locks become brittle, difficult to operate, or damaged, you must repair or replace them right away to prevent theft or injury. A trained technician can assist you in resolving these problems.In addition to these basic issues, you should check the frame for splits or damage on a regular basis. Repairing these issues before they worsen will ensure that your door is operating properly and increase its longevity.Patio doors that slide open are robust and require little maintenance, however, like any other appliance or home system they aren't resistant to wear and tear. If your patio door is showing signs of wear, you need to schedule a repair service as soon as you can. A Cinch Home Services warranty can assist with the cost of certain repairs and allow you to rest in the knowledge that your home appliances and systems are protected. To learn more, request a quote online today! Contact us at 866-4FELDCO for one of our Customer Delight representatives. We will be happy to answer your questions and assist you in determining the best solution for your home.Dirty RollersThe sliding door rollers are the mechanism that allow the door to slide. In time, they may be damaged or dirty and cause the door to rattle or be difficult to open. The rollers that are dirty can be repaired easily with a bit of maintenance.Start by cleaning the rollers and tracks. Remove any debris from the track using a stiff brush, vacuum cleaner or jet wash. After cleaning the track and rollers and rollers, apply a silicone-based oil. This will help prevent any future issues. Make sure to use a non-stick silicone lubricant instead of grease-based lubricants, which will trap dirt and make the problem worse.If your sliding patio door is creaking you might need to replace the rollers. The best method to determine this is to remove the door and examining the rollers. Replace the rollers as soon as they are cracked or worn. You can get replacement rollers at the hardware store. Before reinstalling the door, it's a good idea to lay a drop cloth on the floor and unscrew the two plugs covering the screws for adjustment of the roller at the bottom of the track. It is a good idea to get someone else to hold the door so that it doesn't fall off the frame as you work.After the rollers have been replaced, have your friend help you reinstall the door following the reverse procedure that you used to remove it. After the door is put back in place, adjust the rollers with a screwdriver. Adjust them until they are in contact with the track and don't move when you slide the door back and back and forth. Then, apply a generous amount of the silicone lubricant to the top and bottom of the rollers and track, and slide the door back and forth a few times to spread it around and verify your work. The door should be easy to open and close. Maintaining your sliding patio door in good condition will ensure that it is functional for years to come.ShimmingSliding patio doors are a beautiful feature for any home and provide a more spacious look to the space. Like other door components sliding patio doors are prone to wear out with time and require periodic maintenance to ensure they are running smoothly and looking great. The most common issues are loose frames, broken glasses or misaligned wheels. All of these can be fixed easily. Professional help is recommended for more serious issues.The gaps around the frame can cause drafts and reduce energy efficiency, particularly if the gap is located close to the sill of an exterior door. To prevent this from happening it is essential to shim the doorframe as needed.Shims can bridge the gaps between wood framing and are a vital tool for many home improvement projects. They are used in everything from installing cabinets, trim, and toilets, to leveling the floor and leveling the toilets. A shim placed correctly will bring a doorframe that is canted (out of alignment) back to the level of its frame. This will avoid the need for future repairs.Most of the time, shims are required to center a prehung door in its opening. Use a hammer for wedge shims in place where you see open space between the frame and drywall or any other rough wall material. Start by shimming the hinge side of the frame, then move to the lock side and work around the perimeter. As you shim the frame, continue to check for level and plumbness. This will ensure that it fits snugly into its rough opening in the wall.Before the door is put in place Apply a thick layer of caulk to the threshold and shims. This will stop water from getting into the framing, which can cause the rot. Install a threshold made of galvanized steel, or high-density plastic after the caulk dries to help resist moisture damage. In addition to the caulk applied to the sub-sill, it's an excellent idea to install a self-adhesive flashing strip beneath the door sill.If the weatherstripping is cracked or torn, it must be replaced immediately to prevent leaks and increase efficiency. If the weatherstripping has been nailed in place, remove the old weatherstripping by placing an instrument under the trim to cut it off from the wall. After removing the weatherstripping apply some silicone-based lubricant to the rollers, tracks and other moving parts of the frame to keep them from sticking or becoming difficult to slide.