Archive for November, 2008

What is the best material for a sliding patio door? Steel, vinyl, aluminum or wood?

Sunday, November 30th, 2008
Dinosaur asked:


Has anyone had issues with the blinds in-between the window? I noticed alot of sliding patio doors have these now.
Is it hard to install a sliding patio door if it comes pre-hung or is it best to hire a pro?
I would have to take out my existing sliding patio door.
Is it hard to install a sliding patio door if it comes pre-hung or is it best to hire a pro?

Lorraine
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How should I fix my patio door?

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
mickey_bigdaddy asked:


My patio door is not sealing properly anymore. It is about 12 years old. The door is square but I believe the house has moved some which is causing gaps. What are my options for getting this fixed?

A) Should I replace the whole assy, door and jam included?
B) Should I replace the jam only?
C) Is there a way to take the molding off the jam and re-adjust the door assembly so that it is square again?

Thanks.
This is not a sliding door.

Calvin

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Patio door installation, generally how much does it cost?

Monday, November 24th, 2008
NNY asked:


I am getting a new patio door, sliding glass installed. Generally how much should it cost for the price of the door, and the installation?

Cathy
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how do I stop my dog from ruining my patio screen door?

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
frenchfry1842 asked:


My dog gets scared and scratches through my screen on my patio door. He’s ruined 4 doors already and I’m tired of redoing my door all of the time. Please help! Thanks

Alice
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Is a door(patio) considered to be a structural part of a house or a fixture?

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008
traderfran2001 asked:


Homeowners Assoc claims we are making a structural change by replacing the patio doors. Are they correct?

Dawn
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How to fix a patio door latch?

Monday, November 10th, 2008
daisybud_78 asked:


I have an old sliding glass patio door that is kept closed by an old broom handle. I am worried about the securtiy of this, however the lock will not latch to the clasp. Everything is aligned, but I have bent and moved the clasp and still it will not grasp the lock. Any ideas?

Sarah
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How do you apply weatherstripping to the bottom of a sliding patio door?

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
GREG R asked:


Our patio door has a draft coming from the bottom. The draft is where the door slides, on the stationary door. Any ideas?

Minnie
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How do I fix the draft in my patio door?

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
Mels asked:


My sliding patio door has a draft between the stationary portion and the sliding portion when it is closed. When it is windy snow and/or rain will come through this space as well. I tried some weather stripping, but because it slides the adhesive has worn off. Does anyone know of a solution, or a different type of weatherstripping made for this issue? I have had no luck at hardware stores.

Edwin
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