Sliding glass patio doors are a common feature in most homes. They may operate smoothly and seamlessly at first, but as time goes on, they can wear out, making it harder for you to get to your luxurious patio where you want to relax after work!
How do you improve the lifespan of your roller hardware so that you can enjoy your patio door for longer?
Read more to find out!
How to Get the Most from Your Current Roller Hardware
Fixing and maintaining your sliding glass door is the best way to improve its lifespan. In fact, preventative maintenance is always an effective way to increase the longevity of your doors and your hardware. Patio doors are typically high-traffic areas, resulting in dirt and debris which can get stuck in the tracks and lead to more wear and tear.
By adjusting the rollers if the door is out of plumb and keeping the track clean, you can improve the longevity of your roller hardware:
Signs You Should Replace Your Roller Hardware
With time, the rollers on your glass sliding door will wear out or become damaged. This is not unusual as it happens to any moving parts when friction wears them down. However, you may not see the damage immediately. Instead, you’ll need to keep an eye out for telltale signs that your roller hardware needs replacing.
These signs include, but are not limited to:
Difficulty Opening and Closing – The most obvious sign that you need to replace the roller hardware on your sliding glass door is when you’re having trouble opening and closing it. Your door should slide open and closed easily. Over time, it can become more difficult to operate.
The Door Feels Heavy and is Difficult to Move – Similar to the last sign, if you are having trouble moving the door and it feels heavier than it used to, that’s a sign that the rollers are damaged and not moving properly. Most likely a bearing is worn out.
The Door Makes Scraping or Grinding Noises When Moving – Another sign that your roller hardware is broken is when opening or closing your door causes it to emit a grinding or scraping noise. This indicates that the rollers are not working properly, likely due to wear and tear, and the frame of the door is rubbing directly on the track, or the track itself is wearing out.
The Door Jumps or Skips along the Track When Sliding – Your patio door should slide with ease. If it is jumping or skipping when you’re trying to open or close it, that indicates that there is damage to the roller hardware or track, preventing it from sliding smoothly.
Speak with Allied Glass & Aluminum Products Ltd in Victoria
When it comes time to replace the roller hardware or track on your glass door, you can call Allied Glass. We have all the hardware replacement you need to keep your door functioning properly, plus we can provide repairs and replacements of entire glass patio doors. We have been providing patio glass services for homeowners in Victoria since 1960, with high-quality roller hardware available for doors of all kinds.
Please give us a call today for more information.
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