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A person repairing a sliding door, using tools and wearing protective gloves, in a well-lit room with a wooden floor.

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Fix sliding door on wardrobes

€80

Gortagousta, Cork

23rd Oct 2024

We need help with fixing the sliding doors on 2 wardrobes

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Are your sliding doors not opening as easily as they once did? Perhaps they’re beginning to stick and grate when you go to open them? Whether the closet door needs its rollers repaired, door locks need replacement, or the sliding patio door needs its tracks cleaned, sliding door repair specialists will help you get your door back into working order again.

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Top Sliding Door Repair related questions

The cost of hiring a sliding door repairer near you will depend on the size and complexity of the job, materials needed, and the Tasker's experience level. Prices can vary quite a bit from one job to the next, so it's worth getting a few quotes before committing.

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If you notice your sliding door is getting difficult to open, it’s likely time to call a professional for repairs. A damaged door frame or cracks in the glass are other key signs to look out for.

With proper maintenance, your sliding doors should last for decades without many issues. Generally, you can expect glass sliding doors to last for about 30 years.

To prepare for your sliding door repair, please clear the area around the door of any objects that might get in the way. It’s also a good idea to secure any pets so your Tasker can carry out the repair without distractions.

Depending on the type of repair required, your Tasker will typically bring a drill, screwdriver, pliers, pry bar, tape measure, level, screws, rubber mallet, and safety goggles. They may also bring replacement parts, such as new rollers. It's best to check with your Tasker about any items or materials you need to have ready for the job.

The most common issues with sliding doors are dirty tracks and worn rollers. Jammed locks and a damaged door frame are also common problems, usually caused by general wear and tear.

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What does a sliding door repair service include?

Sliding door repair specialists can help you repair your door whether you need a simple replacement part, or you need to replace the door entirely. Though the method of repair may vary between handymen, here’s what you can expect from a standard service:

Cleaning out the tracks

The most common cause of a difficult-to-open sliding door is debris in the lower track. The channel can easily become clogged with dirt and disrupt the rollers on the door. The first step of your sliding door track repair service is to clean it out. The repairer will clean out the lower and upper tracks using a stiff brush, toothbrush, and a hand vacuum. After the tracks are thoroughly cleaned, they’ll apply an aerosol lubricant to both upper and lower tracks.

Roller repair

Need sliding door roller repair? If the door is still difficult to open after the track is clean, your repairer will adjust the rollers at the bottom of the door. Rollers can wear down with time and lower the bottom of the door, causing the door to rub against the track. Most sliding doors have an adjusting screw located at the bottom of the door ends that raises and lowers the roller. The handyman will adjust this screw until the door stops rubbing on the bottom track and it becomes easier to slide open and close.

Roller replacement

If the roller on the sliding door is damaged beyond repair, the handyman may decide the best remedy is to replace it entirely. The stiles of the moving panel are first unscrewed and removed to detach the door. One handyman will lift the door so that the other handyman can slide the bottom rail over. The roller can be unscrewed, removed, and replaced. The door is put back into place, and the rollers are adjusted so the door sits squarely in frame.

Door replacement

If your whole sliding door needs to be replaced, your handyman will take the same steps to remove the door, as they would if they were replacing the roller. However, instead of replacing the roller, they’ll remove the door entirely, and replace it with a new one. They’ll clean the tracks and adjust the rollers so your new door can operate smoothly. 

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