Don’t Ignore the Problem. Here’s why.
Compared to traditional hinge doors that open outwards, sliding doors save space, allow easy access and let in plenty of natural light, making them ideal for living and work areas. Sliding doors upgrade the aesthetic of any home without extensive alteration to the structure. They look amazing in just about any room (not just showers!) and last a long time if made with quality materials and maintained regularly.
But what if your sliding door is stuck or malfunctioning? Maybe it’s been years since you’ve had it installed, or someone accidentally broke the door by using too much force. Don’t ignore the problem because the practical and safety issues can be expensive down the road.
Practical Issues on Damaged Sliding Doors
Sliding doors usually operate on a track and wheel system that can breakdown due to normal wear, debris buildup or accidental/intentional damage. If your sliding door is stuck, get it fixed right away to avoid these safety and practical issues:
More Damage
You forget that the door is stuck and expect it to open easily. And when it doesn’t, you use even more force, causing more damage. Not fixing broken or worn parts like rollers, tracks, frames, handles and locks right away also makes the problem worse as friction wears down the track further.
Bad Weather
External sliding doors that are stuck leave a gap for the elements. This may not be that big of an issue if you live in a milder region. Simply hang a curtain over the space until the door is repaired. But when your door gets stuck in the middle of a storm or bad weather, you can’t just ignore it.
Get stuck sliding doors fixed ASAP to avoid these practical issues. Sometimes all the door needs is a good cleaning but where there is wear and tear or re-occurring issues, calling in an expert is recommended. Unless you are super handy or you’re used to fixing stuck sliding doors, it can be tricky and frustrating to do it yourself.
Is Your Sliding Door Stuck? Know when It’s Time to Call in the Experts
Sliding doors are just as durable as traditional hinge doors. Certain problems are usually caused by poor quality materials and improper maintenance rather than design. High-quality sliding door materials, proper installation and maintenance ensure that doors remain functional for many years.
Dirt buildup on the track and rollers is the usual cause of stuck sliding doors, so you want to keep these parts clean regularly. It’s not necessary to remove the door every time you clean; simply scrape off visible dirt and grime with a brush, and clean the track and small parts with alcohol-based cleaner. Then spray silicone lubricant for a smooth glide. Use wax instead of silicone on the bottom track and parts that get the heaviest wear.
Sliding Door Stuck Services
Melbourne-based Sliding Door Stuck has been fixing sliding door problems for years. We specialise in track and wheel replacement and repair of all types of internal and external sliding door problems. We first assess your sliding door and suggest repairs that fit your budget. You don’t have to pay if for any reason we can’t fix your sliding door.
Our team of experts are professionals: we get to your house on time and clean up the mess (we don’t go anywhere without a vacuum!). We have everything we need on hand, including quality products and equipment, to get your sliding door fixed as quickly as possible. Call us now for a free quote!