Gaps in the door.
Replace frame for a sliding door.
Turn the power off in the area where you will be working.
Lay down construction drop cloths or plastic to protect the flooring.
Place shims around the edges and top of your door frame every 12 inches.
Pry off the exterior trim.
If you want to replace your existing sliding patio door with a french sliding door or french in swing or out swing patio doors you have the option of two different frame materials to choose from.
You will cut through the insulation fasteners and shims.
An opening of roughly 72 inches in width and 80 inches in height is the usual requirement for a sliding door frame.
Place your door hinges and secure them in place with screws.
Tilt the door into the opening with the bottom side going in first using shims as necessary to create a secure fit.
With the head and side jambs cut free tip the frame from the top to the outside.
If the wooden frame is rotting and needs replacing rebuilding the frame costs 100 to 240.
Older patio doors may be difficult to operate so the thought of a door that glides open smoothly can be very appealing.
Use a reciprocating saw with a longer bimetal blade to cut between the framing and the door jamb.
Use shims under screw holes to help keep your threshold in good shape.
The average cost for removing a sliding glass patio door is 95 to 250 in labor and disposal costs depending on the size.
Remove the old sliding door frame.
Replacing the glass in a sliding glass door can be difficult and should be left to a professional to avoid any injuries to yourself or others.