Sliding Door Repair Services in Sanford
Roller, track, lock, handle, seal and glass repair for the sliders in Sanford homes and rentals, including older aluminum doors that other companies would rather replace.
Roller Repair & Replacement
Rollers are small wheels in the bottom of the panel, and in a door that has been opened thousands of times they flatten, crack or seize. Plenty of Sanford homes still have the slider they were built with, so this is the repair we do most. The panel comes out, matching rollers go in, and we set the height so it moves with a light push.
Symptoms
- It takes a real shove to open
- A rumbling or scraping sound
- The panel bounces at one spot
- You lift it to make it latch
- It sits lower at one end
Our process
- Take the panel out of the frame
- Identify the roller model, even on older doors
- Install new rollers in the panel
- Check and clean the rail they ride on
Track Repair
Oak leaves, pollen and grit settle in the bottom track, and a door that has dragged on bad rollers wears a groove into the rail. We clear it out, straighten bent sections and, where the rail is chewed up, fit a cap over it so you have a smooth path again without replacing the frame.
Symptoms
- A bump the panel hits every time
- Leaves or debris packed in the rail
- A visible dent or groove
- The rail is loose or bent
- The door came off the track
Our process
- Clear leaves, pollen and dirt from the rail
- Find dents, bends and worn spots
- Straighten the rail or fit a cap over it
- Replace rollers if they caused the wear
Lock Repair & Replacement
A sliding door that won’t lock is the easiest way into a house, which matters for owner-occupied homes and rentals alike. Usually the panel has dropped and the latch no longer meets the keeper; sometimes the lock itself has worn out. We realign the two or install a new lock body.
Symptoms
- The latch misses the catch
- You have to lift the door to lock it
- The lever spins without locking
- The door rattles in the frame
- Tenant reports it won’t secure
Our process
- Check whether the panel has sagged
- Reposition the keeper on the jamb
- Replace the lock body if it is worn
- Fit a secondary lock if wanted
Handle Repair & Replacement
Handles take the brunt of daily use, and on older doors the originals crack or come loose. We measure the spacing, match the style and color as closely as possible and mount a new set that works with your latch.
Symptoms
- The handle feels loose
- A cracked or snapped grip
- Screws keep backing out
- The finish has worn through
- Mismatched handles from past repairs
Our process
- Measure the screw spacing
- Pick a set that fits and matches
- Remove the old handle
- Mount the new one securely
Weatherstripping & Leak Repair
Seals on an older door get flattened and brittle, and summer rain, hot air and insects find the gaps. We replace the weatherstrip, clear the drain holes at the bottom of the frame and adjust the panel so it seals evenly.
Symptoms
- Water inside after heavy rain
- You can see light around the panel
- Insects getting in
- A hot or cold draft near the door
- Brittle or missing seal strips
Our process
- Find the gaps letting air or water in
- Fit new weatherstrip and seals
- Clean out the drain holes
- Adjust the panel to seal evenly
Glass Replacement
A cracked pane is a safety risk, and fog between double panes means the seal has failed. We measure, order the right tempered or insulated glass and install it in your existing panel, which costs far less than a new door.
Symptoms
- A visible crack or chip
- Moisture trapped between panes
- Glass loose in the frame
- Damage from a ball or impact
- Cloudy glass that won’t clean
Our process
- Measure the opening and glass type
- Order tempered or insulated glass
- Take down the panel safely
- Install the new glass
The sliders we see most in Sanford.
Original aluminum doors
Homes from the 70s, 80s and 90s often still have their first slider. The frames are solid; the rollers and latches are what wear out, and we stock parts for them.
Rental properties
Turnovers expose doors tenants have been forcing for years. We work with landlords and property managers to get them fixed between leases.
Florida rooms and lanais
Doors to enclosed porches see heavy daily use and collect leaves and oak pollen in the track. Cleaning plus new rollers usually does it.
Our starting rates.
We accept cash, check and all major cards · Invoice after the work
Book your free estimate
Service FAQ
All questions →Do you work on older or discontinued sliding doors?
Yes. We carry common roller and lock sizes for older doors and can usually source or adapt parts for the rest.
Can an old sliding door still be repaired?
In most cases, yes. Older aluminum frames are sturdy, and rollers, locks and seals for them are still available. Repair usually costs far less than replacement.
Why do oak trees cause sliding door problems?
Leaves, pollen and small debris collect in the bottom track and grind under the rollers. Regular vacuuming during pollen season makes a big difference.
Do you fix sliding screen doors?
Yes, including new screen rollers and latches and rescreening, so the screen glides as well as the glass door.
What brands do you service?
Most aluminum and vinyl patio door brands found in Seminole County homes, from builder-grade doors to heavier impact models.
Tired of fighting the patio door?
Sliding door repair for Sanford homeowners, landlords and property managers.