Everything you need to know about repairing sliding glass patio doors

“Can my sliding glass patio door be fixed or will I need to replace it?”

Brian White. Owner Accutrack Door Repair by Brian

More times than not this is the first question that is asked of me. I am Brian, the owner of Accutrack Door Repair by Brian located in Silver Springs Shores, FL. For the past 30+ years I have been repairing sliding glass patio doors.


I recently interviewed Brian and he was happy to answer many of the questions homeowners and property managers ask.

My sliding glass patio door is broken, can you fix it?

You might think it would be difficult to answer this question without first seeing the door. The good news is I can fix 9 out of 10 doors. The exception would be if it has been damaged by something like a crow bar or heavy corrosion from ocean air.

Can’t I fix it myself by adjusting and/or lubricating the rollers?

Usually repairing sliding glass patio doors happen when the door gets old. Screws can be hard to turn and even strip. Adjusting rollers rarely fixes the underlying problem. Worn out rollers and bad tracks are usually the issue. Don’t spray lubricate. The dirt and grim it collects will soon make a bad situation even worse.

What do you charge to adjust my sliding patio door?

If your sliding door is bad enough for you consider hiring someone to fix it, chances are it will take more than an adjustment. For those rare instances where an adjustment is all that is needed, I charge $150.00 for a minimum 1-hour service call.

How do you charge for repairing sliding glass patio doors?

I know everything about repairing sliding glass patio doors. I start by asking questions to better understand your issues. Questions like do you have standard glass or hurricane-proof glass? Do you have shutters? These and other questions will help me determine what it will take to repair your door. It is important that this information is accurate as it will be used to provide a fixed-price quote that will include all charges (labor and parts).

I guarantee that the fixed price quoted will not to change based on the information gathered. Even if it takes longer or if additional parts are needed to complete the repair.

What are some of the things I should mention when discussing repairing sliding glass patio doors?

Tell me if you have standard glass doors or hurricane glass. Hurricane glass doors are much heavier and may require additional help. Mention if you have shutters. This is important to know as some styles need to be removed while others would not saving time and money.

Will my quote include new tracks? If not, how much are they?

There is no way to determine the quality of the track before the door has been removed. It is for this reason I do not include tracks in my estimates. However I will discuss tracks with you and what they could cost, if needed, before coming out. Typically a track for a standard door costs $100 for up to 8 feet.

How long will it take for you to come to my place to make the repair?

I may arrive as early as the next day. It all depends on the schedule when you call. You will wait no more than 2 to 3 days. Need us there faster? Ask about my Emergency Service.

Do I need to be there during the repair?

No. Repairing sliding glass patio doors without you being in the home is not a problem. Just let me know what arrangements have been made ahead of time.

Are you insured?

Yes, I carry general liability insurance.

What types of payment do you accept?

Checks, cash and money orders. A receipt will be provided. I do not take credit cards.

How do I get started?

That’s easy, just call (954) 635-8169.

What if someone has more questions?

I have a Frequently Asked Question page on my website that I try to update often. Or you can simply call me at (954) 635-8169.