Sliding Door Won’t Lock or Latch? What to Check
When a sliding door won’t lock, the lock itself is rarely broken. Here is how to find what shifted, line the hook and keeper up again, and keep the door secure in the meantime.
Bent or Damaged Sliding Door Track: Repair, Cap or Replace
Most damaged sliding door tracks can be repaired. Here is how to straighten a dent, cap a worn rail, and tell when the track truly needs replacing.
Worn Sliding Door Rollers: Signs, Quick Fixes and When to Replace
Grinding, a heavy feel or a door that scrapes the sill usually means worn rollers. Try these quick fixes first, then learn how the wheels are replaced safely.
Sliding Door Hard to Open? Find the Cause in 5 Minutes
Most hard-to-open sliding doors have a dirty track or rollers set too low. These five-minute checks show you which, and how to make the door slide easier.
Sliding Screen Door Off Track? How to Put It Back On
A sliding screen door that falls off its track usually just needs its rollers reset. Here is how to find the cause and put it back on, step by step.
