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Tilt and Slide Patio Door Repairs A tilt and slide patio door that works well brings light and fresh air into the home and permits easy movement from indoors to outdoors. Modern aluminium doors provide toughness and durability, thermal integrity and a variety of glass options that offer an array of styles. Dirty tracks and rollers are the primary causes of problems with sliding doors. Cleaning and regular lubrication of these moving parts can keep your door functioning well. Track and Roller Replacement The track and the rollers are vital for sliding doors to function. They are housed within the bottom of the door's aluminum panel and sit on a raised track that helps them slide open and close. Over time, dirt and dust in the tracks could cause them to become clogged. This can result in the rollers becoming damaged. Maintaining your patio door clean and well-lubricated can prevent these issues. If your track isn't severely bent, it's usually possible to repair the track and rollers, without taking the door off. Find a partner and tilt the panel towards you to lift it off of the track at the bottom (Photo 3). It could take some effort to lift the panel, as they are quite heavy. After removing the panel, lay it flat on sawhorses, then examine the rollers. Replace them if damaged by purchasing a new set. You can also adjust the height of the rollers by turning adjustment screws- typically located in slots along the edges of the door panel. If go!! are good, they may only need to be cleaned and lubricated. Remove the rollers with a screwdriver and wash them using denatured alcohol. This will eliminate any caked-on dirt or grime that may be causing resistance. After carefully putting each roller into its slot completely retract it using the adjustment screw. Lastly, lubricate the rollers by spraying them with silicone. This type of lubricant doesn't collect dirt like petroleum-based products and will let your door glide smoothly. After cleaning and reinstalling rollers, you can install and test the door to make sure the track is aligned properly with the rollers. Also, ensure that the doors move smoothly. If you experience any other issues, you can contact an expert in your area for assistance. Cleaning your doors and keeping them lubricated can help them last longer and lessen the need for repairs. We recommend a silicone-based lubricant because it won't attract dirt the way that WD-40 does. It is recommended to apply lubrication to your rollers and tracks at least once a month. Replace insect screens Sliding patio doors are great to maximize the floor area, allowing for airflow and allowing in beautiful views. However, they can be a problem in the event that the mechanism isn't functioning properly or isn't completely. Fortunately, the majority of issues with sliding screen doors are easily resolved. Dirty rollers caused by debris in the track, or a wrinkly window are among the most common problems. However they can be fixed with these easy steps. If your screen is sliding or wrinkled, you could put a 1x4 on each of the frames to create a slight bend in the middle. This will help pull the screen tighter and straighten it. Buy a screen that's at least 2 inches larger in both directions than the frame's opening. You'll be able to trim any excess. Finally, be sure to press one end of the rubber spline into your channel using the spline rolling tool. After you've done this, it's time to insert the remainder of your spline. Adjusting the Panel Instead of sliding doors that open by turning the handle tilt and slide patio door mechanisms allow you to leave the doors open for ventilation and keep your children and pets out of your living space. The doors require more force to open than you would think. Over time this can result in an increase in friction and uneven tracks, or misalignments that could cause the door not to work. Finding these issues early and making small adjustments can often fix them, thus reducing the need for costly replacement hardware. The first step in adjust a tilt-and-slide patio door is removing the panel. Place it on a flat surface. After the panels have been removed, use a screwdriver to remove the plastic holes caps from each adjustment roller. Once the plastic caps are removed, make use of a long-shafted screwdriver to coax the adjuster out of its channel. Once the adjustable roller is removed and placed on a flat surface and clean it with ruby alcohol or a stronger alternative such as denatured alcohol. This will eliminate any dirt that is causing the roller to become resistant and allow it to easily retract back into its channel following the process. When reinstalling an movable panel align it with the frame and use the drill to drive the screws along the flange. The flange needs to be secured securely to the edge of the door while making sure the flaps are oriented correctly. Once the movable panel is in place, apply a bead of silicone-based lubricant onto the top track arm connector block, the lead Bogie wheel, and the slave Bogie wheel and replace the plastic cap on the hole. Repeat the process for each of the other two movable panels to restore their slide capabilities. Reinstall the plastic flanges. Utilizing a plastic adhesive attach the jamb-side strip to its fixed panel. Attach the handle after the glue is dry and test the smoothness of the operation. If the problem persists, adjust the lead Bogie by taking it off cleaning it, then replacing it with a silicone-based oil. Charley Bar Installation A patio door can be a convenient way for you to let your pet in and out of your home, however it also serves as an entry point for burglars. Put a pin lock on your patio door or a charley-bar for extra security. These locks provide a blend of convenience and security that is unrivaled by any other product available. The bar charley is a great option for your sliding door and can be easily installed at home. The charley bar can be installed in the center of your door and stops the patio door from being jimmied open by tools or other objects, such as a hockey stick or broom handle. The charley bar is composed of injection-molded polycarbonate, and extruded RPVC tubes that telescoping making it tough and durable. The installation of the charley bars requires that you first take a measurement of the length of the bar from the edge of the track of the sliding door up to the sliding patio door. Then, mark the areas where the charley bars will go using a pencil. Utilize a drill bit that is 8 inches to create the holes in the wall jamb and patio door frame Be careful not to penetrate the glass of the patio door. Then, tighten the screws that came with the bar charley. The Charley bar is a great choice for your sliding glass patio doors and windows with sash. This simple security device will keep your sliding patio doors tamper-proof and burglar-proof for a long time to be. It is made from injection-molded polycarbonate, and has been tested to withstand over 400 pounds of pressure by Intertek. In addition, the charley bar can be locked with the key that is included with it. It is easy-to-install and stays away from danger when it's not in use. The majority of hardware stores sell a charley-bar. If you're looking for a charley-bar that will work, buy it from an online retailer.