Issues with your sliding entryway tend to creep up slowly over time, getting gradually worse and worse until one day you realize it's barely usable at all. If you're aware of the symptoms that indicate your entry needs Summerville sliding glass door repair from an experienced specialist, you can get the help you need to get it fixed up so you can enjoy a like-new sliding door without the aggravation, safety hazards and excessive energy expenses.
Difficult to Open and Close
One of the most common complaints we hear that is related to sliding glass door repair in Summerville, SC is that the entry doesn't slide smoothly any more. If you have to heave and shove just to budge the panel a few inches, something is clearly not right. You should be able to push it open with a gentle touch, or even bump an unlatched entry open further with your elbow or hip when your hands are full—that's supposed to be one of the advantages of a sliding entryway, so if that's not the reality you definitely need professional repair service.
This problem is almost always related to your sliding glass hardware at the bottom of the unit. Most entries of this type have rollers that are set into a track, but the rollers can deteriorate over time and require roller replacement, or it can sustain track damage such as dents or broken portions. If it was working just fine, and then you heard a pop or crunch and all of a sudden it wasn't moving properly, that means the rollers shifted and are misaligned with the track. It can also be simply a build-up of dirt and grime that is clogging the rollers and making it really difficult for them to roll properly.
Condensation Trapped Between Panes
It's not that uncommon to see droplets of rain or condensation on the exterior side of a pane, but if your entryway has become foggy because there's condensation trapped in the space between the two panes, that's a problem. Dual-pane installations feature two (or sometimes more) panes with a small gap between them that are completely sealed together along the edges. That little gap is filled with argon gas to prevent condensation from marring the appearance and blocking your view. But when the seal is damaged or broken, the argon gas escapes and the panes get all fogged up. In this situation, a total replacement is typically the best solution—but Summerville sliding glass door repair may be possible by replacing just the seal and refilling the argon.
Broken, Chipped or Cracked Panes
Patio-style entryways are made with safety glass material to add durability nowadays, which is a lot more resistant to shattering and cracking than other types—but it's not a totally impervious option. If your entry has suffered chips, cracks or broken glass, you already know it needs Summerville sliding glass door repair to make your home safe and comfortable again. Our team of experts can get the panes (or in some cases, the entire unit) replaced so your property is secure again.
Did the break occur in the middle of the night or during a holiday long weekend? No problem—we provide emergency service, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Give us a call any time of the day or night and we'll be there to temporarily board up the hole left behind by the broken panes and take measurements so we can get a replacement installed as soon as possible.
Gaps Between Door and Frame
It's critically important that all your exterior doors, sliding or otherwise, fit snugly into their frame when closed, with no gaps between the frame and the entry itself. If it doesn't, it may not be able to latch or lock properly—but it also lets in air drafts that change the temperature in your home and force your HVAC system to operate for longer in compensation, needlessly increasing your energy charges on your utility bill. This Summerville sliding glass door repair problem is usually due to an alignment issue that is caused by improper installation, wear and tear or the house shifting and settling over time. It could also be that the entry is partially or completely off its rollers, and that's causing it to tilt so it doesn't align fully with the frame.
Rips or Holes in Screen Mesh
The majority of sliding entries are paired with patio screens that make it possible to get some fresh air in the house while keeping insects out and pets in. But if your screen mesh has deteriorated and has rips or holes, there's nothing preventing obnoxious bugs such as mosquitoes from inviting themselves inside. We can take care of that problem as part of your Summerville sliding glass door repair service by removing the damaged mesh and replacing it with a new, intact mesh panel inside your existing screen frame.
